Hat
Object number94.51.167
Date1870
MediumCardboard; Paint
Credit LineTransfer from Carnegie Museum of Natural History, Gift of Veteran Fireman's Association of Pittsburgh
DescriptionFireman's parade hat.Dimensions5.25 x 13.875 x 15 in. (13.3 x 35.2 x 38.1 cm)SignedUnder brim painted in gold letters George W. King
InscriptionsSignature/Inscription: Under brim painted in gold letters George W. King & 1871 stenciled in same paint.
Historical NotesVeteran Fireman's Association of Pittsburgh to Carnegie Museum of Natural History, 1920/1921.. Transfer to Heinz History Center , 1994. Parade hat worn by George W. King of the Vigilant Volunteer Fire Company of Pittsburgh, PA later Captain of Engine Company #24.Label TextItems worn and used by volunteer firemen in political parades late 19th century.
Previous owner
Captain George W. King
Related institution
Vigilant Fire Company
On View
On view
Knox
1950-1959
