Object Details
Associated Name
Division of Political History
Description
Patricia Ryan Nixon (1969–1974)
For the 1969 inaugural balls, Pat Nixon wore this mimosa silk satin gown embroidered in gold and silver and encrusted with Austrian crystals. The dress was designed by Karen Stark for Harvey Berin. Mrs. Nixon carried a purse by Morris Moskowitz and wore shoes made by Herbert Levine.
Pat Nixon considered many ideas for “first lady projects,” but encouraging volunteerism became her primary focus. At home she expanded public access to the White House and added more than 500 pieces of antique furniture to its collections. Abroad, her skill at personal diplomacy resulted in visits to eighty-two countries, both with the president and on her own as his personal representative.
Location
Currently not on view
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Richard M. Nixon
Associated Date
1969
ID Number
PL.285850.01
catalog number
285850.01
accession number
285850
Object Name
Dress
Measurements
overall: 21 in x 20 in; 53.34 cm x 50.8 cm
See more items in
Political History: Political History, First Ladies Collection
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Inauguration
First Ladies
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_557504