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Messenger The Santa Monica Mountains News and Arts Publication
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Messenger The Santa Monica Mountains News and Arts Publication
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Messenger The Santa Monica Mountains News and Arts Publication

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.130152.3
Object Type Newspaper
Publisher (Founded 1976)
Date 11/20/2008 - 12/3/2008
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall - 2D L 11 1/2 in x W 17 in (43.2 cm x 29.2 cm )

Physical DescriptionNewspaper with front page containing a depiction of political button containing the image of Barack Obama in front of the White House. Button is overlaid on an image of a field of American flags. The newspaper is the Vol. 32 No.23 issue of the Topanga MESSENGER The Santa Monica Mountains News and Arts Publication.
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
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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