Series X. Artifacts and memorabilia, 1940-2019, inclusive
Extent
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Series X. includes all objects in the collection, including photographs that have been selected to remain in original framed condition. Items include plaques, pins, buttons, and clothing. Items date from 1940-2019.
Arrangement
Arranged chronologically.
Mildred Jerman Hairdresser and Cosmetician license, 1940-1941, inclusive
Framed photographs, 1940-2005, inclusive
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These photographs were determined by the manuscripts curator and conservation department to remain in their original frames to retain context and/or due to unique engraving of the frame. Photographs include BJK family photos and event photos. There are 12 frames in total.
Felt varsity letters, circa 1950s, inclusive
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Black and white "L" varsity letter and black and orange "H" varsity letter.
Framed one dollar bill, 1970, inclusive
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This framed dollar bill is possibly the dollar that BJK received upon signing the original one dollar contract with Gladys Heldman at the Houston Racquet Club in September 1970 as part of the "Original 9."
BJK Tennis Center Long Beach visor, circa 1970, inclusive
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Two identical white plastic visors with the text "Billie Jean King Tennis Center Long Beach, CA."
Virginia Slims World Championship Series sweatshirt, circa 1970s, inclusive
Virginia Slims Circuit buttons, circa 1970s, inclusive
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Three buttons with text "Virginia Slims Circuit You've come a long way, baby" and Virginia Slims character.
Virginia Slims character gold pins and pendants, circa 1970s, inclusive
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Thirty-seven gold pins and 14 gold pendants in the design of the Virginia Slims character.
Billie Jean is #1 buttons, circa 1970s-1980s, inclusive
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Six buttons with text "Billie Jean is #1."
Philadelphia Freedoms WT East Champions mounted and framed photo, 1974, inclusive
womenSports first issue cover plaque, 1974 June, inclusive
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Wooden plaque with plate of the inaugural cover of womenSports magazine with photo of BJK. Engraved caption reads "This represents the key plate used to print the cover of the first issue of womenSports by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company Glasgow, Kentucky. Presented to Jim Jorgensen."
New York Apples World TeamTennis buttons, circa 1976-1977, inclusive
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Six white buttons with text "new york apples world team tennis champions."
Tennis Magazine recognition plaque, 1985, inclusive
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Engraved plaque encased in acrylic reading "tennis magazine Salutes BJK as one of the 20 top players in the game over the past 20 years 1965-1985."
Domino's Pizza box top, circa 1985, inclusive
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Domino's Pizza box top with signatures from Chris Evert, BJK, Martina Navratilova, and Pam Shriver. Domino's Pizza was the sponsor of the TeamTennis league from 1985-1991.
United States Sports Academy award wooden plaque, 1989, inclusive
Mounted photo plaque of BJK, Chris Evert, Martina Navratilova, and Pam Shriver, circa 1990s, inclusive
BJK World TeamTennis bobblehead, circa 1995, inclusive
Engraved granite portrait of BJK and Ilana Kloss, circa 2000, inclusive
Barbara S. Wynne Tennis Center keychain, 2003, inclusive
BJK 60th birthday invitation framed, 2003 November 9, inclusive
BJK and Ilana Kloss event credentials (5 of 9 envelopes), 2000s, inclusive
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Credential badges for BJK and Ilana Kloss for various events, including the Australian Open, BNP Paribas WTS, French Open, US Open, Wimbledon, Democratic National Conventions, and concerts. Badges are grouped by event and stored in envelopes.
BJK and Ilana Kloss event credentials (4 of 9 envelopes), 2000s, inclusive
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Credential badges for BJK and Ilana Kloss for various events, including the Australian Open, BNP Paribas WTS, French Open, US Open, Wimbledon, Democratic National Conventions, and concerts. Badges are grouped by event and stored in envelopes.
Fed Cup sign, 2003, inclusive
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Foam board sign reading "Sportsmen's Tennis Club and Bud Collins welcomes BJK and Fed Cup '03 to Boston."
Kraft Nabisco Championship Tennis Pro-Am photo plaque, 2004, inclusive
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Features photos of Ilana Kloss and other participants.
Alice Paul jail door souvenir, circa 2005, inclusive
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Alice Paul jail door pin and pendant produced as a souvenir by the National Woman's Party for the Sewall-Belmont House & Museum, now known as the Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument.
GLBT Historical Society Walker award, 2006, inclusive
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Framed photograph and caption awarded to BJK.
BJK quote handbag, 2008, inclusive
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Tote bag and accompanying note to BJK. Tote bag reads "Champions keep playing until they get it right -BJK" and was created for the athletes attending Women's Sports Foundation's event The Billies 2008.
Hillary for President sign, 2008, inclusive
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Hillary for President sign from HRC's 2008 campaign. Signed to BJK by HRC and Bill Clinton.
New York Liberty Outdoor Classic at Arthur Ashe Stadium t-shirt, 2008, inclusive
Starkey Hearing Foundation Distinguished Humanitarian Award, 2008, inclusive
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Circular platter of cut glass made by Tiffany & Co. presented to BJK by the Starkey Hearing Foundation. Stored in original Tiffany & Co. box.
United States Department of State Certificate of Recognition, 2012 June 21, inclusive
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Certificate mounted on wood awarded to BJK. Text on certificate reads "In appreciation of your outstanding contributions to the U.S. Department of State's Council to Empower Women and Girls through Sports. Your public service to elevate the global conversation on advancing the rights of women and girls is inspiring and your support is truly appreciated." Includes inserted letter from Ann Stock, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Celebrating 40 years of WTA medal, 2013, inclusive
USTA/ Midwest Section Hall of Fame plaque, 2013, inclusive
Mylan WTT BJK and Ilana Kloss nameplates, circa 2013-2016, inclusive
San Francisco Giants World Champions enamel pin, 2014, inclusive
Hillary Clinton Democratic National Convention signs, 2016, inclusive
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Two blue Hillary signs on cardboard poles from the Democratic National Convention 2016.
International Tennis Hall of Fame BJK Court framed dedication, 2016, inclusive
Battle of the Sexes film paper fan, 2017, inclusive
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Paper fan promotional item for the Battle of the Sexes 2017 film. 2 fans included.
Ilana Kloss Jewish Sports Heritage Association Good Guy in Sports Award plaque, 2017 April 30, inclusive
Adidas Here to Create Change BJK tennis balls, 2018, inclusive
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3 cans of 3 tennis balls each created by Adidas as part of the Here to Create Change campaign with BJK. Tennis balls have text on them, reading, "You can't compete with the boys," "Women's sports aren't 'Real' sports," and "Why would women be paid the same as men?".