Written by

Senator Gramm, Phil, American, born 1942

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

H x W: 9 1/8 x 6 7/8 in. (23.2 x 17.5 cm)

Type

letters (correspondence)

Place made

Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America

Date

August 1, 1996

Description

Typed letter from Phil Gramm, US Senator from Texas, to Carl Lewis, with Gramm's signature. Dated August 1, 1996. Cream colored paper with black ink. It reads [United States Senate / WASHINGTON, D.C. / PHIL GRAMM / TEXAS/August 1, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / USA Track and Field / Post Office Box 120 / Indianapolis, Indiana / 46206 (46225) / Dear Carl: / I have recently learned that on July 29, you had / the distinct honor of being awarded a record trying / ninth career gold medal in track and field. / This is an accomplishment of which you, your / family, and the United States of American can be / justifiably proud, and I offer my congratulations / on your fine achievement. / May your future endeavors be as rewarding and successful. / Your respectfully / Phil Gramm / PHILL GRAMM / United States Senator / NOT PRINTED OR MAILED AT TAXPAYER'S EXPENSE]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Politics (Practical)

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.13

Restrictions & Rights

Public Domain

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Written by

Representative Bentsen, Kenneth, Jr., American, born 1959

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

H x W: 10 15/16 x 8 7/16 in. (27.8 x 21.4 cm)

Type

letters (correspondence)

Place made

Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America

Place used

Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America

Date

August 14, 1996

Description

Typed letter from Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr., Texas Congressman, to Carl Lewis, with Bentsen's signature. Dated August 14, 1996. Blue U.S. House of Representatives letterhead at the top. The letter reads [August 14, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / c / o USA Track & Field, P.O. Box 120 / One RCA Dome, Ste. 140 / Indianapolis, Indiana 46206 / Dear Carl: / I wish to join your family, friends, and teammates in congratulating you on your great / success at the centennial Olympic games in Atlanta and your ninth Olympic gold. I am impressed / by your outstanding performance. I consider it a great honor to be able to say that I represent that / most successful track star ever! / Good luck on your future plans. You are an inspiration to all Americans of what we can / achieve through hard work and dedication. / With kindest personal regards, / Sincerely, Kenneth Bentsen / Kenneth E. Bentsen, Jr. / Member of Congress / KEB: int1]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.14

Restrictions & Rights

Public Domain

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Photograph by

Unidentified

Subject of

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Lewis, William, American, 1927 - 1987

Lewis, Carol LeGrant

Medium

silver and photographic gelatin on photographic paper

Dimensions

H x W: 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)

Type

gelatin silver prints

portraits

Date

1971-1972

Description

A black-and-white photograph of Carl Lewis with his sister and father. Lewis and his sister stand in front of their father. Both are wearing [WILLINGBORO/TRACK CLUB] sweat suits. The photo is mounted on black foam core. Yellow sticky note on the back of the foam core with handwritten text [8 & 10 YRS/& FATHER]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.19

Restrictions & Rights

Unknown - Restrictions Possible

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Media Arts-Photography

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Created by

Nike Inc., American, founded 1971

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

leather, cloth, plastic and metal

Dimensions

Overall for each shoe: 3 1/2 x 4 1/4 x 11 3/8 in. (8.9 x 10.8 x 28.9 cm)

Type

running shoes

Date

ca. 1994

Description

A pair of custom designed Nike Zoom spike track shoes worn by Carl Lewis. The upper body is primarily a white mesh material. Gold metallic material on the heel, around the laces, on both sides of the toe box, and on the toe. The shoes have white laces. There is a yellow and red embroidered crown on a stripe of white suede on the inner and outer sides of both shoes. The tongue is white mesh. The shoes have black plastic soles. Nine spike wells on the front of the sole with spikes. The right shoe is missing two spikes.

Topic

African American

Clothing and dress

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.55ab

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Clothing-Historical

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Created by

Kappa, Italian, founded 1916

Worn by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

nylon and ink

Dimensions

L x W (Measured flat): 27 1/4 x 16 3/4 in. (69.2 x 42.5 cm)

H x W x D (Measured on form): 25 x 13 1/4 x 8 1/2 in. (63.5 x 33.7 x 21.6 cm)

Type

jerseys

sports uniforms

Place used

Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

Red mesh tank top jersey worn by Carl Lewis at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. The tank top straps and the u-neckline are trimmed with a silver fabric. The proper right strap has the Kappa logo screen-printed in white and outlined in blue. It features the silhouette of a man and a woman sitting back to back with their knees bent. [USA] is screen-printed in white with a blue outline across the chest.

Both sides of the jersey have three stripes going down the center- white on the outer edges and red in the center. The lines are interrupted by four blue squares, starting directly under the arm holes. The blue squares contain the Kappa logo in white.

The back of the jersey is a solid red mesh. There are no distinguishing words, logos, etc.

On the inside of the jersey on the proper left there is an unidentifiable black, white, and blue label. On the proper right there is a manufacturer's label: [Kappa Sport/MADE IN ITALY] with the Kappa logo in red. The reverse has cleaning information and says [100% NYLON].

Topic

African American

Clothing and dress

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.58

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Clothing-Historical

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Written by

Representative DeLay, Tom, American, born 1947

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

H x W: 10 15/16 x 8 1/2 in. (27.8 x 21.6 cm)

Type

letters (correspondence)

Place used

Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States, North and Central America

Place made

Washington, District of Columbia, United States, North and Central America

Date

August 27, 1996

Description

Typed letter from Tom DeLay., Texas Congressman, to Carl Lewis, with DeLay's signature. Dated August 27, 1996. Blue U.S. House of Representatives letterhead at the top. The letter reads [August 27, 1996 / Mr. Carl Lewis / USA Track & Field / P.O. Box 120 / (One RCA Dome, Ste. 140) / Indianapolis, IN 46206 (46225) / Dear Mr. Lewis: I wanted to take the opportunity to congratulate you for your exceptional performance in / the U.S. Olympic long jump competition. / Once again, you have proven yourself an excellent and enduring athlete. Your hard work / and dedication have paid off, adding more medals to your already flourishing collection. This is / something of which you deserve to be immensely proud. / Congratulations on your accomplishments. You are a fine representative of the United / States and the great state of Texas, and I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. / Sincerely / Tom DeLay / Tom DeLay / Member of Congress / TD:ple]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.15

Restrictions & Rights

Public Domain

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Documents and Published Materials

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Written by

Gore, Al, American, born 1948

Gore, Tipper, American, born 1948

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

H x W: 10 7/16 x 7 1/8 in. (26.5 x 18.1 cm)

Type

letters (correspondence)

Place used

Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

December 16, 2000

Description

Typed letter from Al and Tipper Gore to Carl Lewis, signed by Al and Tipper Gore. White paper with blue and black ink. It reads [Al and Tipper Gore / December 16, 2000 / Mr. Carl Lewis / 15332 Antioch St. / Pacific Palisades, California 90272 / Dear Carl: / We want to express our personal and heartfelt thanks for all your efforts / on our behalf, especially during the past months. We will never forget all / that you have done for us on a daily basis. / You have been a special part of our lives and we truly owe a debt of / gratitude to you. Our family will be forever grateful for your loyalty, / support, and friendship. / With warmest regards, / Al / Al Gore / Tipper / Tipper Gore / Thanks! / Paid for by the Democratic National Committee./Contributions to the Democratic National Committee are not tax deductible.

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.16

Restrictions & Rights

Public Domain

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Photograph by

Unidentified

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Subject of

Owens, Jesse, American, 1913 - 1980

Medium

Dye and photographic gelatin on photographic paper

Dimensions

H x W: 4 7/8 x 6 13/16 in. (12.4 x 17.3 cm)

Type

color photographs

portraits

Place captured

New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1972-1973

Description

A color photograph of two boys, one is Carl Lewis, standing with Jesse Owens and another man wearing a blue plaid suit. A brick building and bleachers are in the background. Handwritten text on original at bottom, partially cut-off [Carl & Jim D with/Jessie Owens & Be...]. Handwritten text on the back in black marker reads [Carl 12 years/Jim D 13 years]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.20

Restrictions & Rights

Unknown - Restrictions Possible

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Media Arts-Photography

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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Created by

Unidentified

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

dye and photographic gelatin on photographic paper

Dimensions

H x W: 10 x 8 in. (25.4 x 20.3 cm)

Type

chromogenic color prints

portraits

Place captured

Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

A color photograph of Carl Lewis with Olympic teammates. They are carrying flags and flowers and carry Lewis on their shoulders. They wear medals around their necks and are dressed in their track suits. On the reverse is a hand-written note, "After Relay - World Record Gold #4 -L.A. Olympics."

Topic

African American

Athletes

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.32

Restrictions & Rights

Unknown - Restrictions Possible

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Issued by

New Jersey Senate, American, founded 1844

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

ink on paper

Dimensions

H x W: 14 1/16 x 9 1/2 in. (35.7 x 24.1 cm)

Type

resolutions

Place made

Trenton, Mercer County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Place depicted

Burlington County, New Jersey, United States, North and Central America

Date

1986

Description

1986 State of New Jersey Senate Resolution. The document inducts six individuals into the Burlington County Track and Field Hall of Fame including Carl Lewis and his father (Bill Lewis). Lewis's mother Evelyn and brother William "Mackie" Lewis are also mentioned. Lettering at the top above the Seal of New Jersey reads [State of New Jersey]. Off-white paper with black printed lettering. The document reads [THE SENATE/STATE HOUSE. TRENTON. N.J./SENATE RESOLUTION/By Senator COSTA/WHEREAS, Six dedicated current and former residents of Burlington County are being honored as/the newest members of the Burlington County Track and Field Hall of Fame; and,/WHEREAS, All of the 1986 inductees, who have demonstrated the finest qualities of skill and effort/within the sport of Track and Field, are recognized for their many years of dedication to their/sport; and,/WHEREAS, Carl Lewis of Willingboro is hailed as a 1984 Olympic Champion and winner of four/gold medals and as a recipient of the Sullivan award; and,/WHEREAS, Bill Lewis of Willingboro has been recognized for his considerable contributions to Track/and Field, as a recently inducted member of the Tuskegee Hall of Fame and as the father of/Olympic Champion Carl Lewis; and,/WHEREAS, Warren Martin of Cinnaminson is highly regarded for his vital role in the revival of the/sport of Track and Field; and,/WHEREAS, Kathy Christman Brady, only the second woman to be inducted, a former member of/the Burlington County community and now a resident of California, Don Danser of Rancocas/Valley and Erick Rucker of Willingboro have all been chosen for their brilliant achievements/in Track and Field; and,/WHEREAS, Two current members of the Burlington Track and Field Hall of Fame who merit especial/mention are Evelyn Lewis, the first woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame and the/mother of Champion Carl Lewis, and William "Mackie" Lewis, Carl's brother; and,/WHEREAS, These six exceptional athletes, coaches and outstanding supporters of Track and Field/will be inducted into the Burlington Hall of Fame on May 13, 1986 at Nero's Woodbine Inn/in Pennsauken; now, therefore,/Be It Resolved by the Senate of the State of New Jersey:/That this House hereby honors and congratulates the newest members of the Burlington County/Track and Field Hall of Fame, commends their exemplary determination, dedication and commit-/ment to excellence, and extends its best wishes for their continued success in all future endeavors; and,/Be It Further Resolved, That a duly authenticated copy of this resolution, signed by the/President and attested by the Secretary, be transmitted to the Burlington County Track and Field/Hall of Fame's new members for 1986./John F. Russo/President of the Senate./Attest: John J McCanly (?)/Secretary of the Senate]

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.37

Restrictions & Rights

Public Domain

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Documents and Published Materials

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Issued by

International Olympic Committee, Swiss, founded 1894

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

metal, plastic, wood

Dimensions

Assembled: 31 7/8 x 2 1/4 x 2 1/2 in. (81 x 5.7 x 6.4 cm)

Type

torches (lighting devices)

Place depicted

Atlanta, Georgia, United States, North and Central America

Date

1996

Description

A torch from the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, Georgia. The torch consists of four parts (a-d). The top portion is constructed of a circle of silver metal spokes that fan out at the top. There is a gold metal band, 2" wide, around the torch where the spokes begin to fan out. The band is engraved with a leaf design and two Atlanta 1996 Olympic logos, a torch with the base made of Olympic rings and the number 100. The bottom portion of the torch is wooden, with a gold ring around the top and bottom. The heating element is inside the torch. There is a metal and plastic piece at the bottom, for joining the top portion with the bottom portion of the torch.

Topic

African American

Olympics

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.51abcd

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Classification

Tools and Equipment-Sports and Recreational

Exhibition

A Changing America: 1968 and Beyond

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Concourse 1, C1 053

Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Manufactured by

Nike Inc., American, founded 1971

Worn by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Signed by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Medium

polyester and elastic

Dimensions

L x W (Measured flat): 14 1/4 x 21 3/4 in. (36.2 x 55.2 cm)

Measured on a form: 12 7/8 x 11 x 7 in. (32.7 x 27.9 x 17.8 cm)

Type

athletic shorts

Date

late 20th century

Description

Red and white Nike running shorts. The shorts feature v-notch side vents on both sides. The proper right leg is solid red. The white section starts in the middle of the proper left leg, goes around the side, and ends in the middle of the back of the leg. The white portion of the shorts is outlined in red. There is a 1" elastic waistband with three (3) rows of red thread. The white area of the front and back of the proper left leg is sewn with black thread.

There is a black Nike "swoosh" logo on the bottom of the proper left leg in the white area made with thread. [Carl Lewis] is signed with black marker on the proper left hip in the white area.

There is white built-in underwear inside the shorts.

There is a manufacturer's label on the inside back of the waistband. Some of the information includes: [MADE IN TAIWAN], [100% POLYESTER], [SIZE L], and [SEE REVERSE FOR CARE]. To the left of the label there is a black and red Nike logo printed on the white lining.

Topic

African American

Athletes

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2012.154.66

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Clothing-Historical

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Owned by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Photograph by

Unidentified

Subject of

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Sam Graddy, American, born 1964

Ben Johnson, Canadian, born 1961

Ron Brown, American, born 1961

Mike McFarlane, British, born 1960

Ray Stewart, Jamaican, born 1965

Reid, Donovan, British, born 1963

Sharpe, Tony, Canadian, born 1961

Medium

dye and photographic gelatin on photographic paper, metal, glass

Dimensions

Frame: 17 5/8 x 20 1/2 x 1 in. (44.8 x 52.1 x 2.5 cm)

H x W (Image): 11 3/16 x 14 1/2 in. (28.4 x 36.8 cm)

Type

photographs

Place captured

Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

A framed color photograph of Carl Lewis passing the finish line at the 100 M race in the 1984 Summer Olympics at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Behind him seven other athletes running the race are visible. The original red and white track background has been removed and replaced with a white track and black lane lines. At the bottom of the image is a black bar with red scale and lettering showing finish times. A small white plaque below photograph reads, [1984 OLYMPIC GAMES / 100M 9.99]. The photograph is housed in a black metal frame with dark grey matting.

Topic

African American

Athletes

Men

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2013.126.11

Restrictions & Rights

No Known Copyright Restrictions

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Media Arts-Photography

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Issued by

International Olympic Committee, Swiss, founded 1894

Received by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Commissioned by

Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, American, 1978 - 1984

Designed by

Cassioli, Giuseppe, Italian, 1865 - 1942

Stermer, Dugald, American, 1936 - 2011

Manufactured by

Jostens, American, founded 1897

Medium

silver, gold, ribbon

Dimensions

With Ribbon: 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 x 1/4 in. (48.9 x 6.4 x 0.6 cm)

Type

medals

Place depicted

Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

An Olympic gold medal with attached ribbon. The medal is molded with figures in relief on the obverse and reverse. The obverse side features a seated woman, representing Lady Victory, dressed in a flowing robe and holding a palm frond in her left hand and a winner's crown of leaves above her head. A coliseum is visible behind her. To her left the words [XXIII / OLYMPIAD / LOS ANGELES / 1984] appear in relief. The reverse features a male figure reaching out while hoisted on the shoulders of other men with a stadium visible in the background. The rim of the medal is stamped with the words [ATHLETICS LONG JUMP MEN] on its proper left side. The medal is attached by a chain link to a loop of ribbon with two broad striped of turquoise and pink, divided by a thin orange stripe, which is sewn at the top.

Topic

African American

Men

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2013.126.12

Restrictions & Rights

© International Olympic Committee. Permission required for use.

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Awards and Medals

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Issued by

International Olympic Committee, Swiss, founded 1894

Received by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Commissioned by

Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, American, 1978 - 1984

Designed by

Cassioli, Giuseppe, Italian, 1865 - 1942

Stermer, Dugald, American, 1936 - 2011

Manufactured by

Jostens, American, founded 1897

Medium

silver, gold, ribbon

Dimensions

With Ribbon: 19 1/16 x 3 1/2 x 1/4 in. (48.4 x 8.9 x 0.6 cm)

Type

medals

Place depicted

Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

An Olympic gold medal with attached ribbon. The medal is molded with figures in relief on the obverse and reverse. The obverse side features a seated woman, representing Lady Victory, dressed in a flowing robe and holding a palm frond in her left hand and a winner's crown of leaves above her head. A coliseum is visible behind her. To her left the words [XXIII / OLYMPIAD / LOS ANGELES / 1984] appear in relief. The reverse features a male figure reaching out while hoisted on the shoulders of other men with a stadium visible in the background. The rim of the medal is stamped with the words [ATHLETICS 200 METERS MEN] on its proper left side. The medal is attached by a chain link to a loop of ribbon with two broad striped of turquoise and pink, divided by a thin orange stripe, which is sewn at the top.

Topic

African American

Men

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2013.126.13

Restrictions & Rights

© International Olympic Committee. Permission required for use.

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Awards and Medals

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Issued by

International Olympic Committee, Swiss, founded 1894

Received by

Lewis, Carl, American, born 1961

Commissioned by

Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, American, 1978 - 1984

Designed by

Cassioli, Giuseppe, Italian, 1865 - 1942

Stermer, Dugald, American, 1936 - 2011

Manufactured by

Jostens, American, founded 1897

Medium

silver, gold, ribbon

Dimensions

With Ribbon: 19 1/16 x 2 3/8 x 1/4 in. (48.4 x 6 x 0.6 cm)

Type

medals

Place depicted

Los Angeles, California, United States, North and Central America

Date

1984

Description

An Olympic gold medal with attached ribbon. The medal is molded with figures in relief on the obverse and reverse. The obverse side features a seated woman, representing Lady Victory, dressed in a flowing robe and holding a palm frond in her left hand and a winner's crown of leaves above her head. A coliseum is visible behind her. To her left the words [XXIII / OLYMPIAD / LOS ANGELES / 1984] appear in relief. The reverse features a male figure reaching out while hoisted on the shoulders of other men with a stadium visible in the background. The rim of the medal is stamped with the words [ATHLETICS 4 X 100 METER RELAY MEN] on its proper left side. The medal is attached by a chain link to a loop of ribbon with two broad striped of turquoise and pink, divided by a thin orange stripe, which is sewn at the top.

Topic

African American

Men

Olympics

Track and field

Credit Line

Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of the Carl Lewis Estate

Object number

2013.126.14

Restrictions & Rights

© International Olympic Committee. Permission required for use.

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Awards and Medals

Exhibition

Sports: Leveling the Playing Field

On View

NMAAHC (1400 Constitution Ave NW), National Mall Location, Community/Third Floor, 3 052

Data Source

National Museum of African American History and Culture