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Clothing Accessories
Clothing and Accessories ➔ Scarf
Identifier:
2017.30.7Description:
This artifact is part of a collection of official attire associated with the 500 Festival, donated by David and Nancy Huhn to the Grand Rapids Public Museum.This silk (?) scarf was created by Chicago-based accessories designer Robert Daskal and was likely handpainted by the artist whose signature (“[...]PAiR”) appears on the front of the scarf. The scarf contains motifs and colors relating to the 500 Festival, such as black and white and yellow and red flowers, and black and white checkerboard. Additional splotches of color - pink, green, and purple - painted against a yellow background are incorporated into the overall design. “500 FESTIVAL” is printed twice on the scarf in black, once on the top left and once on the bottom right. "Robert Daskal" tag attached to bottom verso.
The 500 Festival is a non-profit, volunteer-based organization founded in 1957 to organize various civic events in the city of Indianapolis leading up to the Indianapolis 500 race. According to the festival’s website, its mission is “to produce life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500 and foster a positive impact on the city of Indianapolis and state of Indiana.” The two largest events are a mini-marathon held in early May, and a parade held the day before the race. Other events have included "Community Day" at the track, a “Kids’ Day,” memorial services, luncheons, the 500 Festival Princess Program (a scholarship pageant) and the annual Snake Pit Ball (a black tie socialite gathering downtown).
David Huhn, a Michigan native and longtime Grand Rapids resident, was a member of the 500 Festival Committee Board of Directors for three years, from 1997 - 1999. He and his wife Nancy acquired this 500 Festival official attire in the course of fulfilling duties associated with the festival’s board membership.
Date:
1999Materials:
Silk, PaintDimensions:
21"" h 20"" wCurrent Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
Gift of David and Nancy HuhnLinks:
http://www.500festival.com/http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2003-09-10/news/0309100286_1_ties-chicago-bulls-coach-gear
Related Entities:
Huhn, David and Nancy (donor)David Huhn was a 500 Festival Committee Board Member, 1997-1999. He and his wife Nancy are longtime Grand Rapids residents. Robert Daskal Group Ltd. (creator)
