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1984.97; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.97; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1984.97; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.97; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1984.97
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Gifter
Maker (Bedford Heights, OH)
Maker (Aberdeen, WA)
Date c. 1976
Medium cotton, dye, thread
DimensionsOverall H 102 in x W 67 in (259.1 cm x 170.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA bicentennial-themed quilt features a red embroidered outline of the United States in the center. Blue and white squares, which featured white and red embroidered outlines of states, surround the central design. Red fabric borders the quilt's edges.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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