A.H.A. Ceremony Hats, 1979
Scope and Contents
The Alianza Hispano-Americana (AHA) collection contains materials which appear to be associated with various ceremonies and activities of the AHA, including ritual books, ceremonial hats, robe, gavel, golden bird figure, and a pyramid plaque engraved with the organizations name and motto. Also included is a voting box and bag with white and black marbles, how many of the early Masonic orders conducted secret ballots, and a paper mache skull.
Dates
- Creation: 1979
Creator
- From the Collection: Alianza Hispano-Americana (Author, Organization)
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 2.75 Linear Feet (3 boxes) ; Box 1 (Wooden chest): 23.5 x 9 x 12 inches, Boxes 2 & 3: 9.5 x 6.5 x 12.25 inches
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Two AHA hats from 1979. "A.H.A." is on both sides of the hat along with a circle containing the name of the organization and the initals of its motto. One side on each hat has the number 79 pasted on. The hats have purple sides and a red top, with white fabric connecting the two. Both hats were made by Lou-Walt, Inc. in New York.
Repository Details
Part of the Stephen O. Murray and Keelung Hong Special Collections Repository