State Flower Charmeuse Silk Scarf

• National Archives Store Exclusive
  
• 36 X 36 inches
• 100% silk charmeuse 

• Product Description

• Wrap yourself in pure luxury and heritage with this 100% silk charmeuse scarf. The vibrant and intricate print features the United States’ official state flowers, including the flowers of Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam. In the center is a red rose, the official flower of the United States. The hand-rolled border of the scarf is inspired by a detail on the National Archives Building, designed by Russell Pope. It offers an impossibly soft, liquid-like drape with a lustrous sheen that can be styled as a classic neck scarf, elegant shawl, or chic hair tie. Whether you're celebrating your roots or gifting a piece of floral artistry, this silk scarf is a timeless tribute to the natural beauty of the nation.

Given to the United States as a gift from Japan in 1912, the cherry blossom trees that surround Washington, DC’s Tidal Basin have become a beloved symbol of the United States’ friendship with Japan and of the capital city’s unique culture. The blooming of the cherry blossoms at the end of March attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

The holdings of the National Archives include historical photographs of the trees throughout the years, documents related to the planting ceremony in 1912, and materials related to the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.