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2008.91; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2008.91; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Corn Husk Doll
2008.91; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
2008.91; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Corn Husk Doll

Artifact ID2008.91
Object Type Doll
Gifter
Maker
Date before 1977
Medium corncob, husk, fabric, paint, wood, glass, Styrofoam (TM), aluminum, foil, metal, paper, thread
DimensionsOverall H 9 1/2 in x W 8 in x D 6 in (24.1 cm x 20.3 cm x 15.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA cornhusk doll wears a red dress and a white apron. She holds a woven basket filled with tiny flowers; a red bow decorates the handle.
Historical NoteMr. and Mrs. Gordon Topp gifted this corn doll to President and Mrs. Ford during the President’s trip to Illinois in October 1976. In an accompanying note, the Topps wrote, “Best wishes to the Fords!” Bloomington-Normal Jaycees, a community organization for young people, made the doll.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford during the Ford administration. It was received through the Executive Office of the President, and 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 are thereof unrestricted.
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