Among the most recognizable icons in the world today, the American flag has enjoyed a long history of graphic renderings and artistic reinterpretations. Although the Continental Congress agreed in 1777 that the United States flag should be comprised of stars and stripes in red, white, and blue, more than a century passed without formal design regulations, yielding a wealth of exuberant and unbridled creative manifestations of the national banner. From Civil War-era flags and Native American moccasins to political campaign buttons and original flag art, “Long May She Wave: A Graphic History of the American Flag” assembles thousands of flag-related objects and artifacts from the private collection of Kit Hinrichs, one of the world’s leading graphic designers and a partner in the international design firm, Pentagram. Together, the range of objects and memorabilia presented comprise their own genre of folk art and are a unique part of our American heritage. Designed and produced by Kit Hinrichs and the Stars and Stripes Foundation. The exhibit is included with museum admission.
Locally Sponsored by:
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Gorsky
Bucks County Republican Committee
FREEMAN’S
Susan E. Kane
Curtis & Carolyn Cowgill
Intercontinental Development
Long May She Wave Events
First Person Family Program: Meet Betsy Ross
Saturday, July 9, 2 p.m.
The American Flag History and Folk Art
Saturday, July 30, 2 p.m.
Doylestown Walking Tour: Monuments, Markers & Memorials
Friday, August 12, 5:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
