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2008.55.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2008.55.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Santa Christmas Ornament
2008.55.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
2008.55.7; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Santa Christmas Ornament

Artifact ID2008.55.7
Object Type Ornament, Christmas Tree
Maker
Gifter
Date 1974
Medium flour, salt, water, paint
DimensionsOverall H 4 in x W 2 3/4 in x D 1/4 in (10.2 cm x 7 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA Santa Christmas ornament made of dough wears a red hat, suit, and boots. A thick white beard covers most of his body.
Historical NoteThis ornament was gifted to President and Mrs. Ford on behalf of the students at Ludlow Head Start School in Cornwells Heights, Pennsylvania, on December 17, 1974.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. First Lady Betty Ford donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in 2008.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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