Moon Dust

This is a plaque marking The U.S.A's first manned landing on the moon. The miniature flag of Sierra Leone was taken to the moon, and brougt back with the four specks of moon dust, encased in glass at the top. It was donated to the Government and the people of Sierra Leone from the people of the U.S.A.

Further Information

  • Type: No Data / Other
  • Object: Moon Dust
  • Materials: Glass, Textile, Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: Unknown
  • Production Date: Pre 1970
  • Associated Places: The Moon (Place collected)
  • Associated People: Siaka Stevens (Donor)
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.1970.11.01

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