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Signed Chefs Move to Schools Chef's Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Signed Chefs Move to Schools Chef's Jacket
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Signed Chefs Move to Schools Chef's Jacket

Artifact SeriesObama Administration Collection 2009-2017
Artifact ID2017.6.10
Object Type Jacket
Manufacturer (Founded 1956)
Medium textile (polyester, cotton), plastic, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 31 in x W 63 3/4 in (161.9 cm x 78.7 cm )
 Manufacturer's Size: Large
Physical DescriptionBlack chef's jacket with plastic buttons signed throughout in silver ink. Coat has embroidery on the left breast with white thread and reads, "Sam Kass, Asst. White House Chef. The right breast has 2 embroidered logos. The upper logo is for Food and Nutrition Services, OCPS. It is a chef's hat with an orange in front of it. Below that is the "Chefs Move to Schools" logo.
Historical NoteThis item is associated with Sam Kass, White House Assistant Chef and the Food Initiative Coordinator. In May 2010 he announced the Chefs Move to Schools program on behalf of the Obama administration. Chefs were paired with schools in their communities to create healthy meals and teach young people about nutrition and healthy choices. As part of the First Lady's Let’s Move campaign, the program also showcased culinary arts as a professional field for students to gain interest in and pursue as a potential career field.
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
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