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1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Declaration of Independence Pasta Plaque
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.63; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Declaration of Independence Pasta Plaque

Artifact ID1981.63
Object Type Plaque
Gifter
Maker (Richland Center, WI)
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 NoteMembers of Girl Scout Troop #208 presented this plaque to President Gerald R. Ford in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on October 30, 1975.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 (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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