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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Smithsonian Mouse Pad
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Smithsonian Mouse Pad

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.687197.3-4
Object Type Pad, Mouse
Medium foam, textile, ink, plastic, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 1/8 in x W 7 3/4 in x D 7 1/2 in (0.3 cm x 19.7 cm x 19.1 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionTwo mousepads depicting a 14K solid gold mousetrap.Text above and below the image explains that the mousetrap was donated to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History by the gifter.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThese items were gifts from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. They were received through the Office of the President and maintained there until their 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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