Northampton Museums presents: Shoe of the Month for September.
Batman Sneakers
Blam, kerpow, crash, sok!!!! Batman the TV series burst onto American TV screens in 1966. Starring Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as his ever faithful side kick Robin the Wonder Boy they were an instant hit defeating such arch villains as the Joker, the Riddler and the Penguin. Cleaning up the streets of Gotham city.
These sneakers were produced at about the time the TV series became popular. Produced by Randy, one of the largest sneaker companies in the US , they not only came with a mask that could be cut out from the side of the box but also with a batman ring, ensuring that anyone who wore these sneakers upheld the Batman code- Be honest, play fair and obey the law.
If you have a close look at Batman’s shoes on the box he of course is wearing his own shoes!