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1987.690.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.690.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Yellow Jersey Dress
1987.690.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1987.690.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Yellow Jersey Dress

Artifact ID1987.690.5
Object Type Dress
Designer (Cuban-American, 1930 - 2014)
Date ca.1976
Medium textile, plastic, metal, thread
DimensionsOverall H 41 in x W 12 1/2 in (104.1 cm x 31.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pleated yellow dress features white cuffs and a white Chelsea collar, which is positioned off to the side. A matching yellow sash is tied around the waist.
Historical NoteOn August 17, 1976, Betty Ford wore this dress to the Republican National Convention's Third Session (Rules) and to a Youth Rally at Uptown Theater, where she danced with Tony Orlando.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1987.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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