Teodoro Vidal Collection of Puerto Rican History - Introduction
Explore Puerto Rico’s history, from the 16th to the 20th centuries, through the eyes of collector Teodoro Vidal. Vidal captured the island’s history by collecting thousands of objects. Over 80 artifacts are featured here.
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Christening Cap
- Description
- This intricate handmade lace baby cap dates from the turn of the 20th century and was probably worn for a baby's christening. The baptism of newborns is both a religious and a social ceremony, strengthening ties among members of a community. Compadrazgo, the special relationship between parents and godparents, is a valued tradition in Puerto Rico and Latin America.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Date made
- late 19th century
- ID Number
- 1997.0097.1229
- accession number
- 1997.0097
- catalog number
- 1997.0097.1229
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History, Kenneth E. Behring Center