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Pennant, "Mohawk Indian Res., Hogansburg, N.Y.," 1940-1965

THF239097 / Pennant, "Mohawk Indian Res., Hogansburg, N.Y.," 1940-1965
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Artifact Overview

Souvenirs provide tangible proof of a tourist's travels. They also expose the prejudices of the time. This mid-20th century pennant uses a stereotyped image of a Native American. In addition to being culturally incorrect -- feathered headdresses were used by only a small number of Plains tribes -- images like this simply reinforced the discriminatory biases held by many non-Native Americans, purchasers of these souvenirs.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Pennant

Date Made

1940-1965

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2014.4.103

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of John Margolies.

Material

Felt (Textile)

Color

Green
White (Color)
Blue
Red
Yellow (Color)
Orange (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 9 in
Width: 26.25 in
Length: 0.063 in

Inscriptions

On front: MOHAWK INDIAN RES./ HOGANSBURG, N.Y.
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