Bear, Teddy
Object number2010.41.2
Mediumcotton; synthetic fibers; glass(?)
Credit LineHeinz History Center Collection
DescriptionBlack and white cotton panda teddy bear. Brown eyes. Arms and legs are movable.Dimensions10 x 6 in. (25.4 x 15.2 cm)Historical NotesTeddy bear named "Bailey's Bear" belonging to Patti Burns. Burns was a journalist and anchor for KDKA in Pittsburgh; she also contributed to news stories on WQED and PBS. In 2001, she was diagnosed with lung cancer, and passed away on October 31 of that year. Teddy bear from the Teddy Bear Reunion, which was held at the Senator John Heinz History Center from November 22,1999 to January 30, 2000. Teddy bears were collected from local celebrities and other important figures and displayed at the History Center during the holiday season. Each lender received a collectible ribbon to commemorate the bear's participation in the event.
Previous owner
Patti Burns
(died 2001)
Related institution
KDKA 1020
Related institution
Public Broadcasting Service
Related institution
WQED
Terms
On View
Not on view
1988
c. 1888
