VPI Hats

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], VPI Hats, n.d., Textile2000-003, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
2.0 Cubic Feet 1 box
Abstract:
Various hats from throughout the history of VPI.
Language:
The material in this collection is in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [box], [folder], VPI Hats, n.d., Textile2000-003, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

VPI Cadet Hat: Navy blue VPI cadet hat with gold VPI insignia on front. Black bill with confederate flag on the underside. The condition is good.

VPI Cadet Hat: This cadet hat has a smaller bill and is also Navy blue with gold VPI insignia on front. A gold strap is fastened above the bill of the hat with gold buttons. The condition is good.

VAMC Hat: Black structured hat with small bill, gold buckle, and gold metal "VAMC" on the front. The condition is fair, signs of age and discoloration.

VPI Gobblers Hat: Orange baseball cap with orange and maroon patch on the front that reads "VPI GOBBLERS." The underside of the bill is green and the back of the hat has an orange plastic adjuster. The condition is fair, discoloration and loose patch.

Graduation Cap: Black graduation cap with gold tassel. The condition is good.

Acquisition information:
Artifacts in this collection were acquired by the Special Collections and University Archives between 1973 and 2025.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the VPI Hats was completed in July 2025.