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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
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Skylight Blue Dress
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Skylight Blue Dress

Artifact SeriesObama Family Collection
Artifact IDFL2015.19.a-b
Object Type Dress
Date 2015
Medium textile (wool, silk), leather, plastic, metal
DimensionsOverall (Flat, maximum) W 30 3/4 in x L 43 1/8 in (78.1 cm x 109.5 cm )
 Part b (Belt) L 38 in x W 1/2 in (1.3 cm x 96.5 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionSkylight blue short-sleeved dress (.a) with a cowl neckline and removable belt (.b) at the waist.
Historical NoteFirst Lady Michelle Obama wore this dress for the arrival of Pope Francis at the White House on September 22, 2015.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Michelle Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the First Lady and maintained there 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 Family Collection (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 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.
In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
Images from the 2015 visit by Pope Francis and of First Lady Michelle Obama wearing this dress can be seen in a post on The Obama White House archived Medium account: "In Photos: Pope Francis Visits the White House" 
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