1976 Central High School Distinguished Alumni Award
Artifact ID1983.203
Object Type
Award
Maker
Van's of Grand Rapids
Gifter
Wesley R. Perrin
Date
1976
Medium
wood, metal, polish
DimensionsOverall H 11 in x W 15 in x D 3/4 in (27.9 cm x 38.1 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA square wooden plaque features two rectangular golden metal plates that display rows of horizontal engraved text. A golden organic shape flanks both plates.Historical NoteCentral High School in Grand Rapidd, Michigan, presented this plaque to Betty Ford during a campaign stop on June 7. Betty Ford attended Central High School.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in September, 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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