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2007.153; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.153; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
University of Michigan Hat
2007.153; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2007.153; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

University of Michigan Hat

Artifact ID2007.153
Object Type Cap, Baseball
Maker
Date before 2008
Medium fabric, thread, metal, plastic
DimensionsOverall H 6 in x W 7 in x D 13 in (15.2 cm x 17.8 cm x 33 cm )
Physical DescriptionA navy-blue baseball cap features a yellow embroidered horizontal band that displays navy-blue text. A white outline of the letter "M" is behind it.
Historical NoteGerald Ford attended the University of Michigan for part of his educational career. At Michigan, Ford played on the football team and was a substitute center behind Charles Bernard on Michigan's national championship teams of 1932 and 1933. In 1934, his senior season, Ford started at center for all of Michigan's games and was named team MVP. Ford graduated with a B.A. in 1935 and then went on to Yale Law School.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 2007.
Credit LineDonor unknown
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Restricted – Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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