American Experience

Jubilee Video: Around the World

Clip: Season 16 Episode 6 | 3m 57s

In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. In this 1957 Jubilee video, organizers present foreign lands -- and illustrate some of the era's cultural stereotypes.

Aired: 02/13/12

Rating: NR

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