Own a vibrant piece of California desert history with this original 1950s National Date Festival pennant. Hailing from Indio, this full-size felt souvenir represents the golden age of one of Riverside County’s most iconic traditions, famous for its exotic "Arabian Nights" theme and desert agricultural heritage.
Event: National Date Festival
Location: Indio, California (Coachella Valley)
Era: Circa 1950s
Dimensions: 29" inches long
Material: Original Vintage Felt
Theme: Desert Americana / Mid-Century Fair Souvenir
Since the late 1940s, the National Date Festival has been a cornerstone of Southern California’s desert culture. This pennant captures the post-war spirit of the fair, featuring the classic typography and graphics used during the festival's mid-century boom. It is a quintessential piece of "Old California" ephemera that evokes the era of roadside attractions, date shakes, and desert tourism.
100% Original: This is a genuine vintage felt pennant from the 1950s, not a modern synthetic reproduction or souvenir shop reprint.
Vintage Character: As a genuine item over 70 years old, it may show light, age-appropriate wear such as minor tip softening, slight fading, or soft storage creases. These features confirm its age and add to its authentic "Mid-Century" aesthetic.
Visuals: You are purchasing the exact item shown in the photographs. Please review the high-resolution images for details on the screen-printed graphics and felt integrity.
Palm Springs & Coachella Valley Historians: A rare archival item documenting the cultural evolution of Indio and the surrounding desert communities.
Desert Modern Decor: The vibrant colors and felt texture look incredible in a Mid-Century Modern home, rustic bar, or themed gallery wall.
Fair & Festival Collectors: A high-quality addition for those focusing on Southern California's historic county fairs and unique agricultural festivals.
California Roadside Americana: A fantastic gift for fans of quirky travel history and 1950s "Mother Road" era tourism.
Packaging: Item might arrive rolled up, based on medium we have to ship with.
Due to some items being housed in our West Coast warehouse, the handling and shipping time for this particular item is twenty (20) business days. Please understand that this purchase cannot be expedited. We usually ship well before this date, but this is to ensure we meet all expectations.
Please Note: This poster will arrive rolled up. As an original old stock item, it is sold as-is. Please view all photos carefully and ask any questions before purchasing. (ONLY WHEN THIS APPLIES TO POSTERS OR PENNANTS BEING MAILED)
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Domestic Returns: 30-day return policy. Buyer pays return shipping.
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