Howdy Doody - Kelloggs Corn Flakes mask (1950s) - cutout (variation 2)

A true relic from the golden age of children’s television and breakfast promotions, this vintage Howdy Doody mask was originally issued on the back panel of Kellogg’s Corn Flakes boxes in the mid-1950s. Cutout —already trimmed to shape and strung with its original ties, ready for wear.

This particular example represents a variation in artwork from the first cutout edition, showcasing subtle differences in facial detailing and production layout. These small shifts occurred as Kellogg’s refreshed packaging runs, making each variant collectible in its own right.

The mask captures America’s favorite freckle-faced puppet from NBC’s groundbreaking Howdy Doody Show, which captivated millions of children throughout the 1950s and became one of the first true merchandising juggernauts of the television era.

Origin: Kellogg’s Corn Flakes, circa 1954–55

Character: Howdy Doody

Format: Cutout mask with string ties (Variation 2)

Size: Approx. 7" x 8"

Condition: Vintage original, bright colors, string intact