Plate
Artifact IDMO 63.912.6
Object Type
Plate, Decorative
Date
1963
Date Presented3/5/63
Maker
unknown
Gifter
Walter Wetzel
Medium
ceramic
DimensionsOverall Diam 10 1/2 in (26.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionWhite china plate handpainted with a male figure performing a traditional Native American dance. He wears regalia of a headdress with a single feather, beaded wrist cuffs, bells on his legs and ankles. This plate is part of a set of six plates.
Historical NoteOn March 5, 1963 President Kennedy made remarks to respresentatives of the National Congress of American Indians at the White House. In his speech the president discussed his plans to improve educational and employment opportunities for Native Americans and indigenous peoples. In his remarks, the president thanks the representatives for this set of six handpainted plates presented by one of the members of the Natioanl Congress of American Indians.
Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteThis plate was presented as a gift to President Kennedy in 1963 by a member of the National Congress of American Indians. it was held by the Exedcutive Office of the President and the General Service Administration until it was donated to the government 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 StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.In Collection(s)
Not on view
Related Links
Youtube video of President Kennedy Welcoming National Congress of American Indians: "Museum Collection – Plate"
