Bandana
Object number2022.55.3
Manufacturer
Murphy's Mart
Date1975
MediumFabric; Paint(?)/Ink(?)
Credit LineGift of Dana Marzolf
DescriptionNearly square white fabric souvenir bandana. One corner has black bordered yellow circle with black, white, and yellow bust image of a Pirate wearing a bandana, earring, and hat featuring skull and crossbones; black text above and below circle. White stitching around the perimeter.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth: 21.75 x 22.375 x 0.063 in. (55.2 x 56.8 x 0.2 cm)InscriptionsBlack text above and below encircled pirate "BABUSHKA / BRIGADE".
Historical NotesThe Babushka Brigade bandana was produced by and sponsored by Murphy's Mart as a stadium giveaway on August 19, 1975. There was a deal for a babushka and a ticket for $1.49. This bandana was a key predecessor to the development of the Pittsburgh Steeler's Terrible Towel.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Pirates
(founded 1887)
Related institution
Babushka Brigade
Terms
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c. 1975
Murphy's Store
c. 1945
1909