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

Blue Straw Hat

Artifact IDMO 63.1341
Object Type Hat, Straw
Date 1963
Date Worn3/27/1963
Maker (American, founded 1899)
Place MadeUnited States, North America
Medium Straw, satin ribbon
DimensionsOverall H 8 1/2 in x W 13 1/2 in x D 14 in (21.6 cm x 34.3 cm x 35.6 cm)
Physical DescriptionNavy blue straw hat with wide brim and satin ribbon tied in bow at back. (Model number 5678)
Historical NoteThis hat was worn by Mrs. John F. Kennedy at welcoming ceremonies honoring King Hassan of Morocco, Washington, DC, March 27, 1963.
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
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 - FullyUse Restriction NotePlease contact the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation for permission to use this image.
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