Artifact No.1982.33.1, Albert Capraro Multicolor Floral Chiffon Gown; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum (Grand Rapids, MI)
Multicolor Floral Chiffon Gown
Artifact ID1982.33.1
Object Type
Dress
Designer
Albert Capraro
(American, 1943 - 2013)
Date
ca. 1975
Medium
chiffon, plastic, metal, thread
DimensionsOverall H 59 in x W 30 in (149.9 cm x 76.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA floor-length loose fit white chiffon dress features a pink, green, yellow, and orange floral pattern. The top portion resembles the appearance of a shawl.Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress to several high-profile events during her time as First Lady. Some of these events included the state dinner given in honor of Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew of Singapore on May 14, 1975; the National Art Association Dinner in Beverly Hills, California on May 19, 1975; and the taping of her guest starring role on The Mary Tyler Moore Show on November 17, 1975.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford donated this the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in September 1981.
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.