1981: Graduates Dressed in Yellow Robes Sit in Chairs on the Floor

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Year1981
Decade1980s
LocationLansing, Michigan, United States
Duration6s
Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD
Collection1983 Lansing, Michigan

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Graduates Dressed in Yellow Robes Sit in Chairs on the Floor — Clip Details

1981: High school graduates in yellow robes and caps sit on chairs on the floor of a gymnasium during a formal commencement ceremony in Lansing, Michigan. The vintage 8mm home movie footage captures the celebratory mood of the event, with students seated in rows, spectators watching from bleachers, and the stage visible in the background. This archival clip offers authentic 1980s vintage, showcasing a classic rite of passage with nostalgic charm and authentic period detail.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format: 8mm / Super 8 Home Movie
Resolution: See Pond5 listing
License: Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery: Via Pond5
Duration: 6s
Pond5 price: from $178 USD
Clip ID: 68566434

Source & Documentation

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Date: 1981 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location: Lansing, Michigan, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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