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001 2014000511
003 DLC
005 20140919085536.0
008 140109s2014 dcua b 000 0 eng
010 $a 2014000511
020 $a9781588344694 (pbk.)
040 $aDLC$beng$cDLC$erda$dDLC
042 $apcc
043 $an-us---
050 00 $aE176.2$b.G73 2014
082 00 $a973.09/9$aB$223
084 $aBIO011000$aBIO022000$aHIS036000$2bisacsh
100 1 $aGraddy, Lisa Kathleen,$eauthor.
245 14 $aThe Smithsonian First Ladies Collection /$cLisa Kathleen Graddy and Amy Pastan.
264 1 $aWashington, DC :$bSmithsonian Books,$c[2014]
300 $a104 pages :$billustrations ;$c23 cm
336 $atext$2rdacontent
337 $aunmediated$2rdamedia
338 $avolume$2rdacarrier
520 $a"The Smithsonian First Ladies Collection is a beautifully illustrated book inspired by one of the most popular attractions at the Smithsonian: the first ladies exhibit at the National Museum of American History. This striking book showcases the treasures from first ladies throughout history, ranging from Martha Washington's silk dress and dressing mirror to Michelle Obama's 2009 inaugural gown and jewelry. These and many other unforgettable objects--including gowns, tableware, and invitations from beloved first ladies such as Mamie Eisenhower, Jacqueline Kennedy, Barbara Bush, Hilary Clinton, and more--tell the story of the first ladies as public and private figures. They illustrate how these women, thrust into an influential and visible role by happenstance of marriage, adapted themselves and the role of first lady by taking on responsibilities as campaigners, hostesses, and policy advocates. The Smithsonian First Ladies Collection features many treasures not on view at the exhibit. Complete with an insider's look at the acquisition, conservation, and exhibition of the pieces as well as a timeline of all forty-six first ladies, this is a must-have for anyone fascinated by these incredible women and their roles in American culture and political life"--$cProvided by publisher.
504 $aIncludes bibliographical references.
650 0 $aPresidents' spouses$zUnited States$vBiography$vMiscellanea.
650 0 $aPresidents' spouses$zUnited States$xHistory$vExhibitions.
610 20 $aNational Museum of American History (U.S.)$vExhibitions.
650 7 $aBIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Presidents & Heads of State.$2bisacsh
650 7 $aBIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Women.$2bisacsh
650 7 $aHISTORY / United States / General.$2bisacsh
700 1 $aPastan, Amy,$eauthor.
710 2 $aNational Museum of American History (U.S.)
856 42 $3Cover image$u9781588344694.jpg