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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Welcome Home Grandpa, Grandpa for President 1960
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA

Welcome Home Grandpa, Grandpa for President 1960

Artifact IDMO 2022.1.1
Object Type Painting
Date 1960-1961
Artist (35th First Lady of the United States, 1961-1963, American 1929-1994)
Medium Watercolor paint on paper
Dimensionsframed H 23 in x W 29 in (58.4 cm x 73.7 cm)

Physical DescriptionWatercolor painting of Joseph P. Kennedy wearing a hat and waving, standing under the flag pole at the Kennedy Family home in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. Figures of family members are depicted standing around him holding campaign signs. Jacqueline Kennedy is seen in the foreground holding Caroline's hand. Banner reads 'Welcome Home Grandpa Grandpa for President 1960'
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem was given to the John F. Kennedy LIbrary Foundation by Victoria Reggie Kennedy who obtained it through the estate of her husband, Senator Edward Kennedy. It was donated to the government by the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation in 2022.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum Boston, MA: Gift of Victoria Reggie Kennedy
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction Notereproduction or use of this image is prohibited as per the Deed of Gift Copyright or other proprietary rights are 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 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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