National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Past Exhibition
This flag is a replica of the one put on the Moon by the astronauts of the Apollo 11 mission. The flag was constructed of nylon, and the flag pole had a crossbar to extend the flag (necessary without an atmosphere and wind).
It was transferred from NASA to the Smithsonian in 1971.
Display Status
This object is on display in Destination Moon at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Dimensions
2-D - Unframed (H x W): 91.44 x 152.4cm (3ft x 5ft)
Storage (including pole): 1.8kg (4lb.)
Materials
Nylon
Pole: Anodized aluminium
Inventory Number
A19711514000
Credit Line
Transferred from the NASA - Johnson Space Center
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
For more information, visit the Smithsonians Terms of Use.
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