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White House Yarmulke
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
White House Yarmulke
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

White House Yarmulke

Artifact IDDO.127435
Object Type Yarmulke
Medium leather, plastic, paint
DimensionsOverall H 1 3/4 in x Diam 6 in (4.4 cm x 15.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionBlue suede yarmulke bearing a gold Presidential Seal on top. On the interior is gold text with "The White House Washington."
Historical NoteThe President wore this yarmulke at several White House Seder dinners.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was an item used by President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was managed 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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library and Museum. The Obama Presidential Library and Museum 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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