Stuffed Toy
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2014.86.1
Dimensions: 5 in X 11 in X 5 in
Dimensions (Metric): 12.7 cm X 27.94 cm X 12.7 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 12.7 cm X 27.94 cm X 12.7 cm
Source: Paul and Vivian Kolpak
Credit Line: Gift of the Kolpak family in memory of our daughter Vanessa
Description
Plush teddy bear belonging to Vanessa Lynn Przybylo Kolpak. The bear is made with multicolored fur, has a rainbow ribbon tied around its neck, and a little party hat on its head with "Happy Birthday" printed on the hat. The left foot of the bear plays the tune of "Happy Birthday" when pressed.
Plush teddy bear belonging to Vanessa Lynn Przybylo Kolpak. The bear is made with multicolored fur, has a rainbow ribbon tied around its neck, and a little party hat on its head with "Happy Birthday" printed on the hat. The left foot of the bear plays the tune of "Happy Birthday" when pressed.
Historical Notes
Raised in Chicago, Illinois, Vanessa Kolpak lived in New York City. After studying economics, philosophy, and theater at Georgetown University, she graduated magna cum laude in 2001. Vanessa started as a financial researcher at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods three weeks before September 11. That morning, she was at work on the 89th floor of the South Tower. Vanessa was 21 years old.
Raised in Chicago, Illinois, Vanessa Kolpak lived in New York City. After studying economics, philosophy, and theater at Georgetown University, she graduated magna cum laude in 2001. Vanessa started as a financial researcher at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods three weeks before September 11. That morning, she was at work on the 89th floor of the South Tower. Vanessa was 21 years old.
