National Archives Fleece Jacket

• National Archives Store Exclusive
• 100% moisture-wicking polyester
• Zipper closure
• Two open outer pockets
• Unisex
• Machine wash cold, non-chlorine bleach, tumble dry low, cool iron on reverse side

• Product Description

• The National Archives Fleece Jacket is a cozy piece of outerwear that exudes warmth, comfort, and a touch of historical charm. Crafted from a soft, high-quality fleece material, wear this jacket as you venture into the chilly realms of archival exploration, or simply navigate your day with a nod to the storied institutions that safeguard our nation's heritage.

In 1930, New York Architect John Russell Pope was selected to design the National Archives Building. Pope's neoclassical design included both practical and symbolic aspects of housing the nation's records. He proposed a monumental structure with highly decorative architectural features, giant Corinthian columns, 40-foot bronze doors, and inscriptions representing the building's historical importance.

Construction began in 1931 with a groundbreaking ceremony on Pennsylvania Avenue. On February 20, 1933, President Herbert Hoover laid the cornerstone of the building, dedicating it to the people of the United States.

In December 2023, the National Archives Building was designated as a National Historic Landmark.