Uniform, Occupational
Object number2006.49.1 a-d
Manufacturer
Appel Uniforms
Date1971
OriginNew York, NY
MediumFabric/metal/plastic/paper
Credit LineGift of Heinz Hall
DescriptionDoorman uniform consisting of overcoat, jacket, pants, and hat.Dimensions(a) Back of neck to hem: 47.5 inches
Sleeve length: 38 inches
(b)
Back of neck to hem: 32. 5 inches
Sleeve length: 25.5 inches
(c) Waist: 34 in. Length: 33 in.
(d) W: 11 in. H: 5.25 in.,
Marks(a,b)
"Since 1856 / [image of a male figure] Appel Uniforms / NEW YORK / DRY CLEAN ONLY".
(d)
Interior has plastic sleeve with paper insert with text "Appel Uniforms / 740 Broadway [cursive] Door / NY. NY 1003 / Mr. [cursive] Vince / Date 11-86 [space] No. 26228 / [cursive] Heinz Hall / 7 1/2".
Historical NotesThe doorman's uniform was worn by Vince Calloway who worked at Heinz Hall. The uniform was worn with a white button-down shirt, maroon necktie, and black shoes. Vince had been an usher and doorman since around the time Heinz Hall opened. Originally, his wife worked there as an usher, but after a few years she gave it up. Vince drove his wife to and from the Hall, so he started working there as well around 1971. At one point, about ten of Vince's family members were employed at Heinz Hall. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, he came to Pittsburgh as a child and lived his entire adult life here in Pittsburgh. Vince lived in Homewood and worked for Westinghouse at the Bettis Atomic facility in West Mifflin from 1940-1991. He is a World War II veteran, having served as a baker in the U.S. Navy. Vincent Calloway worked at Heinz Hall for over 35 years. In light of Mr. Calloway’s dedicated work at Heinz Hall, the Pittsburgh Symphony named an annual customer service award after him (he himself received the first award in 2001).
Previous owner
Vince Calloway
Related institution
Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts
Related institution
Westinghouse
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