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- Hallmark "Brother" Christmas Ornament, 1989 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1989
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Brother" Christmas Ornament, 1989
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- Men's Sneakers, 1950-1955 - Canvas shoes with rubber soles called sneakers gained popularity after World War II. Sports participation (particularly in basketball) was growing, and a distinct youth culture was emerging as a commercial force. Manufacturers began marketing sneakers to this new market in the 1950s. These Red Ball Jets made by Ball-Band were one option for teenage athletes or trendsetters.
- 1950-1955
- Collections - Artifact
Men's Sneakers, 1950-1955
Canvas shoes with rubber soles called sneakers gained popularity after World War II. Sports participation (particularly in basketball) was growing, and a distinct youth culture was emerging as a commercial force. Manufacturers began marketing sneakers to this new market in the 1950s. These Red Ball Jets made by Ball-Band were one option for teenage athletes or trendsetters.
- "Cheerleader" Tammy Doll Outfit, 1964-1966 -
- 1964-1966
- Collections - Artifact
"Cheerleader" Tammy Doll Outfit, 1964-1966
- Hallmark "Sneaker Mouse" Christmas Ornament, 1983 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1983
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Sneaker Mouse" Christmas Ornament, 1983
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- Barack Obama Keds Sneakers, 2008 -
- 2008
- Collections - Artifact
Barack Obama Keds Sneakers, 2008
- Keds Window Display at the Campbell Boot Shop, Charlevoix, Michigan, circa 1930 - In the 1920s and 1930s, experts in advertising footwear encouraged shoes retailers to attract potential customers through prize contests. This Charlevoix, Michigan store held a guessing contest based on art with stereotypical depictions of Indigenous Americans. The winner received a free pair of Keds canvas shoes, which were among the most popular athletic shoes at the time.
- circa 1930
- Collections - Artifact
Keds Window Display at the Campbell Boot Shop, Charlevoix, Michigan, circa 1930
In the 1920s and 1930s, experts in advertising footwear encouraged shoes retailers to attract potential customers through prize contests. This Charlevoix, Michigan store held a guessing contest based on art with stereotypical depictions of Indigenous Americans. The winner received a free pair of Keds canvas shoes, which were among the most popular athletic shoes at the time.
- Hallmark "Sneaker Mouse" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1988 - Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- 1988
- Collections - Artifact
Hallmark "Sneaker Mouse" Miniature Christmas Ornament, 1988
Already known for greeting cards, Hallmark introduced a line of Christmas ornaments in 1973. The company's annual release of an increasing array of ornaments revolutionized Christmas decorating, appealing to customers' interest in marking memories and milestones as well as expressing one's personality and unique tastes.
- Men's Sneakers, 1957-1962 - Canvas shoes with rubber soles called sneakers gained popularity after World War II. Sports participation (particularly in basketball) was growing, and a distinct youth culture was emerging as a commercial force. Manufacturers began marketing sneakers to this new market in the 1950s. These Red Ball Jets made by Ball-Band were one option for teenage athletes or trendsetters.
- 1957-1962
- Collections - Artifact
Men's Sneakers, 1957-1962
Canvas shoes with rubber soles called sneakers gained popularity after World War II. Sports participation (particularly in basketball) was growing, and a distinct youth culture was emerging as a commercial force. Manufacturers began marketing sneakers to this new market in the 1950s. These Red Ball Jets made by Ball-Band were one option for teenage athletes or trendsetters.
- Tammy Doll, 1963-1964 -
- 1963-1964
- Collections - Artifact
Tammy Doll, 1963-1964
- Sequined Sneakers, Worn by Lillian F. Schwartz, circa 1984 - Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.
- circa 1984
- Collections - Artifact
Sequined Sneakers, Worn by Lillian F. Schwartz, circa 1984
Lillian Schwartz is a pioneer of computer-generated art. From 1969-2002, she was a "resident visitor" at Bell Laboratories, producing groundbreaking films, videos, and multimedia works. The Schwartz Collection spans Lillian's childhood into her late career, documenting an expansive mindset, mastery over traditional and experimental mediums alike--and above all--an ability to create inspirational connections between science, art, and technology.