1989.586.1.2 a-b; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Holland Tulip Festival Clogs

Artifact ID1989.586.1.2 a-b

Object Type Clog

Date 1976

Medium wood, paint, ribbon

DimensionsOverall H 4 1/2 in x W 4 1/2 in x D 11 in (11.4 cm x 11.4 cm x 27.9 cm )

Physical DescriptionA pair of ivory-colored wooden clogs held together by a red ribbon, each shoe features an image of a red windmill on the front and lines of horizontal text on the sides.
Historical NoteThe city of Holland, Michigan, gifted these wooden clogs to Betty Ford in May 1976, during their annual Tulip Time Festival.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from the general public to Betty Ford during the Ford administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in 1989 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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