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1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Declaration of Independence Pasta Plaque
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Declaration of Independence Pasta Plaque

Artifact ID1981.63
Object Type Plaque
Maker (Richland Center, Wisconsin)
Gifter
Date 1975
Medium starch, wood, adhesive, metal
DimensionsOverall H 46 in x W 32 3/4 in x D 1 1/2 in (116.8 cm x 83.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA vertical rectangular wooden plaque features rows of horizontal text made of dry alphabet noodles.
Historical NoteThe ten members of Girl Scout Troop #208 from St. Mary’s Catholic School in Richland Center, Wisconsin, made and presented this plaque to President Gerald R. Ford for the American Bicentennial celebration in 1976. They gave it to Ford on October 30, 1975 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The girls spent 60 hours reproducing the Declaration of Independence using over 8,000 alphabet noodles.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 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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