Plaque, Arkansas Traveler - Gail Davis
Object number2012.233.07
Date1957
MediumMetal, Wood, Ink
Dimensions10 x 15 1/16 in. (25.4 x 38.3 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Description"Arkansas Traveler" plaque that was given to Little Rock native Gail Davis by Governor Orval Faubus.Gail Davis was born Betty Jeanne Grayson on October 25, 1925, in Little Rock, Arkansas, and raised in McGehee, Arkansas. She is best known as TV's "Annie Oakley" and was the first woman to have her own western series. Upon her arrival in Hollywood, Davis began playing small roles in films and television. Western star Gene Autry recognized Gail as "the perfect western heroine" and cast her as the female lead in 15 of his Columbia films and 28 TV episodes of "The Gene Autry Show." Davis went on to star in 81 episodes of her own TV series, "Annie Oakley." Davis has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Davis died March 15, 1997.
Wood and metal Arkansas Traveler's plaque given to Arkansas native Gail Davis by Governor Orval Faubus. Rectangular with metal plate attached to the front. The plate is attached to the wood using metal screws. Metal hanging chain on the back. Black print. At the top of the metal plate is the logo for the State of Arkansas. Signed by the governor and the secretary of state.
There is a photograph of Davis being the plaque by Gov. Faubus (2012.233.06)
Status
Not on view
November 30, 1956
Sept. 28, 1956
