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1985.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1985.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1985.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1985.5; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1985.5
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Maker (Greenville, MI)
Date ca. 1975
Medium textile, dye, thread
DimensionsOverall H 98 1/2 in x W 71 1/2 in (250.2 cm x 181.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA pink bicentennial-themed quilt features an image of Michigan's two peninsulas surrounded by water. Various images associated with the state are depicted throughout. There is black text above the design.
Historical NoteGirl Scout Sue Shirley from Portage, Michigan presented this quilt to First Lady Betty Ford on October 28, 1975. The quilt was donated to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum on May 17, 1985.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 1985.
Credit LineGift of Michigan Trails Girl Scout Council
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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