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Presidential GoPro Selfie Stick
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Presidential GoPro Selfie Stick
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Presidential GoPro Selfie Stick

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.5.47
Object Type Stick, Selfie
Manufacturer (Founded 2002)
Gifter
Medium metal (aluminum), rubber, plastic, textile, cork, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D (retracted) L 19 in x H 1 1/2 in x W 3 in (3.8 cm x 7.6 cm x 48.3 cm )
 Overall - 3D (extended) H 1 1/2 in x L 30 1/8 in x W 3 in (3.8 cm x 7.6 cm x 76.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn extendable blue aluminum selfie stick, made to hold a GoPro camera. At the center of the stick is a plastic clip that allows the stick to retract or extend. The handle is made of cork and has a plastic end cap. Attached to the cap is a fabric strip with a plastic buckle for adjustment, with a wrist loop. The top piece is comprised of a clear plastic enclosure, secured on a hinge to the stick. There is a black clasp at top which unlatches to allow access to the inner compartment.
Historical NoteThis item was used by President Barack Obama while visiting Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska in September 2015.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThis item is material associated with various agencies and offices during the Obama administration and maintained as government property 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 SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017 (National Archives Identifier 66540607)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The 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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