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Hampton University Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Hampton University Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Hampton University Jacket

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.067793
Object Type Jacket
Gifter
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium leather, textile (wool, synthetic), metal
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 31 in x W 62 1/4 in x Manufacturer's Size L (158.1 cm x 78.7 cm x 0 )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionBlue and white varsity jacket with white leather sleeves, white leather lining at the openings to the pockets, and white snap buttons down the center. Embroidered in white on the left chest is "Hampton University" and embroidered in white on the right chest is "President Barack Obama."
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama delivering the commencement address at Hampton University on May 9, 2010.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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    An image of President Obama wearing this jacket can be found in an article from the Richmond Free Press about former-Hampton University President, Bill Harvey: "Hampton University President William R. ‘Bill’ Harvey is stepping down June 30 after 44 years at the helm”  
    A YouTube video of President Obama’s remarks from Hampton University’s 2010 commencement: "President Obama at Hampton University”  
    An image of President Obama delivering the 2010 commencement address at Hampton University can be found on the archived Obama White House website: "President Obama delivers commencement speech at Hampton”