Mister Rogers' Sweater
Mister Rogers' Sweater
- Description
- This red knit cardigan was worn by Fred Rogers, creator and host of the children's program, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (PBS, 1968-2001). For more than thirty years, Rogers began each episode by changing into a sweater and tennis shoes and singing, "Won't you be my neighbor?"
- An ordained Presbyterian minister, Rogers dedicated his television career to promoting children's emotional and moral well-being. His show, with its friendly conversational style and trips to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, encouraged young viewers to feel loved, respected, and special.
- Object Name
- sweater
- Date made
- ca 1968 - 1984
- wearer
- Rogers, Fred
- maker
- Flagg, Nancy
- Physical Description
- fiber, acrylic (overall material)
- metal (zipper material)
- Measurements
- overall: 27 in x 31 in; 68.58 cm x 78.74 cm
- ID Number
- 1984.0219.01
- accession number
- 1984.0219
- catalog number
- 1984.0219.01
- Credit Line
- Gift of Fred Rogers
- subject
- Television
- Mister Rogers' Neighborhood {Television Program}
- Television
- Children's television programs
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- Culture and the Arts: Entertainment
- Popular Entertainment
- Clothing & Accessories
- Family & Social Life
- Highlights from the Culture and the Arts Collection
- National Treasures exhibit
- Exhibition
- Entertainment Nation
- Exhibition Location
- National Museum of American History
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
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