Vintage 80s Harvard IL Milk Center Squares Puffy Quilted Varsity Jacket

Step into small-town Illinois history with this authentic vintage 1980s varsity jacket from the Harvard Milk Center Squares, a local square dancing troupe tied to the long-running Harvard Milk Days Festival. Rare piece of Illinois heritage & square dance history. This true vintage piece features: Bold red nylon shell with crisp white striped ribbed collar, cuffs, and hem Puffy quilted lining for warmth and comfort Front snap closure with original STOCKO metal snaps Left chest embroidery reading "Mary" Large front patch: “Harvard Milk Center Squares” with a dancing couple graphic Oversized back graphic of dancers inside a milk bottle reading “Milk Center Squares – Harvard, Ill” Two front pockets Measurements (laid flat) Bust (armpit to armpit): 25 inches across Condition Excellent vintage condition for its age with minimal wear. Lining shows signs of age consistent with decades of storage. Colors remain vibrant and graphics are crisp. Why You’ll Love It More than just a jacket, this is a wearable piece of Illinois cultural history, perfect for vintage collectors, lovers of Americana, or anyone who appreciates nostalgic community memorabilia. Whether worn as a statement piece or displayed, it’s a conversation starter that connects you to Harvard’s heritage and the joyful tradition of the Milk Days celebration. #vintage #70s #80s #varsity #americana