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John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
Straw Hat
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
John F. Kennedy Library Foundation

Straw Hat

Artifact IDMO 63.1411
Object Type Hat, Straw
Date 1961
Date WornMay 31, 1961
Designer (Fashion Designer, American, 1932-1990)
Manufacturer (American, founded 1899)
Place WornParis, France
Place MadeUnited States, North America
Medium Natural straw
DimensionsOverall H 5 3/4 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 9 in (14.6 cm x 24.1 cm x 22.9 cm)
Physical DescriptionRound natural colored straw hat
Historical NoteThis hat was worn by First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy during her luncheon with President and Madame de Gaulle at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France on May 31, 1961.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteItem is from the personal collection of President and Mrs. Kennedy. It was donated to the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum by the Estate of President John F. Kennedy in 1965.
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Gift of the Estate of President John F. Kennedy
Place WornParis, France
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesFirst Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - FullyUse Restriction NotePlease contact the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation for permission to use this image. IP@jfklfoundation.org 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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Youtube video of Mrs. Kennedy wearing yellow hat: "Museum Collection – Yellow Hat"