Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the original Chicago Blackhawks logo?
Irene Castle, the wife of team founder Maj. Frederic McLaughlin, is credited with designing the first Chicago Blackhawks logo. The initial logo was a hand-drawn, black and white Native head enclosed in a circle.
Why are the Chicago Blackhawks named after a Native American chief?
The team was named after the Blackhawk Division, an Army unit that founder Maj. Frederic McLaughlin helped lead during World War I. The Army division itself was named after Black Hawk, a Sauk and Fox Indian leader who fought against the United States during the War of 1812 and 1832.
When did the Blackhawks logo become what it looks like today?
The current Chicago Blackhawks logo was established in 1964 and has remained unchanged since then. This version removed the outer circle and refined the Indian head design to create what many consider the best logo in sports.
How has the Blackhawks avoided controversy over their Native American logo?
The Blackhawks haven't faced major criticism because they don't depict a cartoon-like version of a Native American and were named after an Army division rather than directly after Native Americans. The team also refrains from imitating Native American chants or traditions like the tomahawk chop during games.
Who sews the Blackhawks logo onto the jerseys?
Josee Lemelin from Quebec City has sewn the Indian head logo onto Blackhawks jerseys for the past 23 years. She was honored by the team when Jonathan Toews and Duncan Keith presented her with her own Blackhawks sweater.
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