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1981.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Bicentennial Beer Can Hat
1981.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1981.52; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Bicentennial Beer Can Hat

Artifact ID1981.52
Object Type Hat
Date before 1982
Medium yarn, aluminum
DimensionsOverall H 4 1/2 in x W 10 in x D 10 in (11.4 cm x 25.4 cm x 25.4 cm )
Physical DescriptionA hat made of red, white, and blue yarn and aluminum cans has a tall crown and an upturned brim. Each aluminum panel displays an image of a flag and the Liberty Bell below two rows of text.
Historical NoteIn 1976, Falstaff Brewing Company brewed a craft beer to celebrate America's Bicentennial, hence the can's patriotic design.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 1981.
Credit LineDonor unknown
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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