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1987.226.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.226.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Shenandoah Festival Fireman's Hat
1987.226.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.226.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Shenandoah Festival Fireman's Hat

Artifact ID1987.226.1
Object Type Hat, Hard
Gifter
Maker
Date 1974
Medium plastic, metal, adhesive, thread
DimensionsOverall H 7 1/2 in x W 10 1/2 in x D 14 1/2 in (19.1 cm x 26.7 cm x 36.8 cm )
Physical DescriptionA yellow plastic fireman's hat features two golden decorations: a round emblem on the front and a piece of metal decorated with red designs that protrudes from the center.
Historical NotePresident Gerald R. Ford wore this hat at the 48th Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival, which was held in Winchester, Virginia in May 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 and maintained there 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 SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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