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The National Academy of Television Arts and Science Award
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
The National Academy of Television Arts and Science Award
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

The National Academy of Television Arts and Science Award

Artifact IDMO 74.395
Object Type Award
Date 1961-1962
Gifter
Medium Brass, gold plate
DimensionsOverall H 15 in x Diam 7 in (38.1 cm x 17.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA statuette of a winged woman holding an atom which is the symbol of the TV Academy's goal of supporting and uplifting the arts and science of television: The wings represent the muse of art; the atom the electron of science. On the base is a plaque of dedication to Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy.
Historical NoteThis Emmy award was presented to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy for her television tour of the White House given after its historic renovation in 1963. This statuette of a winged woman holding an atom became the symbol of the TV Academy's goal of supporting and uplifting the arts and science of television:
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Custodial History NoteItem is from the personal collection of Mrs. Jacqueline Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis in 1974.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 76055728)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - PossiblyUse Restriction NoteCopyright and other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these 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 the user’s responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions.
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