Name/Title
Cheer squad in costumeEntry/Object ID
2024.44.07Description
Four young women wearing stereotypical "Indian" costumes of dresses with fringe at hem and yoke, bead necklace and headband with a feather tucked behind the head. They are posing with drums in hand and one knee raised with pointed toe. The environment is a utilitarian room with brick walls. A young man, standing to the left of the frame, also looks toward the photographer.Photograph Details
Type of Photograph
Print, photographSubject Person or Organization
Saugatuck Middle & High School 1950-presentContext
Prior to Feb. 2021, when the Saugatuck High School adopted the new Trailblazer mascot, the Saugatuck teams were known as the Indians. These four young women were likely high school cheerleaders dressed up to support their team.Collection
Education and schools, SportsCataloged By
Winthers, SallyAcquisition
Accession
2024.44Acquisition Method
Donation, unconditionalCreate Date
September 29, 2024Update Date
July 21, 2025