Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley, CA.
A Scout Is Loyal Embroidery
Artifact ID1987.00133.01
Object Type
Needlework
Gifter
Charles M. Pigott
Maker
Norman Rockwell
(American illustrator, 1894-1978)
Date
20th Century
Medium
Fabric, Glass, Wood, Metal (brass)
Dimensions15 1/4 × 13 1/4 × 1 in. (38.7 × 33.7 × 2.5 cm)
Physical DescriptionAn embroidered picture of the shadow of George Washington standing behind a Boy Scout on a hill, pointing into the distance with his right hand and holding a sword in his left. The Scout is in profile, wearing his uniform with his hand in his left hand and a backpack on his back. There is a brass plaque etched “A SCOUT IS LOYAL #5” at the lower center. The picture is in a brown wood frame.Historical NoteThe image is based on the 1932 artwork A Scout is Loyal by Norman Rockwell. He did a number of designs featuring the Boy Scouts. Rockwell was hired by the Boy Scouts of America to produce images for The Boy Scout’s Hike Book, and created other scout-themed artwork for Boys’ Life magazine and The Saturday Evening Post.
President Ronald Reagan was given this picture, along with the Annual Report and membership card, during a meeting in the Oval Office on February 9, 1987. Boy Scout president Charles Pigott, Cub Scout David Thomasson, and Boy Scout Bennie Jones were part of the presentation. For many years, the embroidery was on display in President Reagan's private office at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan during the Reagan administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President Office of Correspondence and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January, 1989 for deposit with the Reagan Presidential Library.
National Archives Catalog CollectionRecords of the White House Gift Unit (Reagan Administration) (National Archives Identifier 6816362) and
National Archives Catalog SeriesGifts from the General Public (National Archives Identifier 6816363)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Fully
Use Restriction Note© Norman Rockwell
Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Copyright or other proprietary rights are held by individuals or entities other than the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum. The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of these materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
Person Depicted
George Washington
(President of the United States of America (1789-1797))
In Collection(s)
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