1984.110; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
Artifact ID1984.110
Object Type
Quilt
Maker
The Relief Society of the Stake of the Church of Latter Day Saints
(Missoula, MT)
Gifter
Helen Van Gieson
Date
ca. 1976
Medium
textile, thread
DimensionsOverall H 119 1/4 in x W 119 1/4 in (302.9 cm x 302.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionMachine-pieced and appliquéd quilt. Quilt is blue with 50 large white stars divided by a column of red and white stripes, creating an American flag motif. Inside the striped area is a red rectangle featuring a golden eagle appliqué. Eagle carries an inscribed banner its talons.Additional DetailsCustodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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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