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1984.92; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.92; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1984.92; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.92; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1984.92
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Maker (Houston, TX)
Gifter
Date 1976
Medium textile, thread, dye
DimensionsOverall H 87 1/2 in x W 79 1/2 in (222.3 cm x 201.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionThe Bicentennial quilt consists of numerous small red, white, and blue squares sewn together. The quilt is made of cotton and has a silk backing and border. It was presented on the White House lawn on June 8, 1976.
Historical NotePatients and staff of the Spring Valley Nursing Home in Houston, TX flew to the White House to present the quilt in the East Garden on June 8, 1976.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President 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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