Sarah Polk by Madame Alexander

Object/Artifact

St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a Sarah Polk doll with a light blue gown adorned with lace trim. The doll has brunette, curled hair styled in an updo. The gown is full-length is embellished with small, fabric bows and a small ornate brooch on the neckline.

Name/Title

Sarah Polk by Madame Alexander

Entry/Object ID

2022.17.8

Description

Sarah Polk (1845-1849) attended the Moravian Seminary at Salem, N. C., As a youngster, and was the first First Lady to be so well educated. With a greater understanding of political issues than most of those who proceeded her, she soon became more than the official White House hostess and was her husband's most trusted and valued advisor. As a result of her religious upbringing she served no refreshments at receptions, nor did she permit dancing at White House functions. Despite this, she was a most gracious hostess. Her Doll is wearing a light blue dress with a gold brooch and white lace. Her hair is styled in brown curls. The First Ladies of the United States represent a social and historical cross section of our country from its beginning until today. This collection from the Madame Alexander First Ladies of the United States represents the wives of United States presidents. Madame Alexander’s goal has always been to design dolls that are works of art and with all the charm and grace of the era they represent.

Accessories

Accessory

Stand

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Sara Bouldin

Notes

From Sara Bouldin, a second grade teacher from Marshville, Missouri. Moved to Pensacola, Florida and lived there for 35 years. Boulden was part of the Pensacola Doll Study Club before she passed away in May of 2021. The estate gifted the dolls to the club.