Capital Press Club Honorary Membership Card
Artifact IDMO 63.3873
Object Type
Card, Membership
Date
1961
Gifter
The Capitol Press Club
Medium
metal
DimensionsOverall H 2 1/4 in x W 3 1/4 in (5.7 cm x 8.3 cm)
Physical DescriptionHonorary membership card from The Capital Press Club Washington, D.C for John F. Kennedy. Gold colored card with black text / engraving. Card reads, "The Capital Press Club / Washington, D.C. / Honorary Member / John F. Kennedy / President, U.S.A. / 1961".
Historical NoteThe Capital Press Club was founded in 1944 as an African-American alternative to the US National Press Club, which did not then accept black members.
The Capital Press Club aimed to provide a space for African-American journalists to network, socialize, and engage in professional development. It was the oldest African-American communications association in the United States, playing a crucial role in advancing the careers of Black journalists and communications professionals.
The club continues to be a significant voice in the communications landscape.
Additional DetailsThe Capital Press Club aimed to provide a space for African-American journalists to network, socialize, and engage in professional development. It was the oldest African-American communications association in the United States, playing a crucial role in advancing the careers of Black journalists and communications professionals.
The club continues to be a significant voice in the communications landscape.
Custodial History NoteItem was presented to President Kennedy and held by the Executive office of the President until it was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in 1965 by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction Status(not assigned)Use Restriction NoteThis material is not subject to any known copyright. Image cannot be used for sale or profit. Must credit for reproduction John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; National Archives Records AdministrationIn Collection(s)
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