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1981.53; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.53; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Cardboard Log Cabin
1981.53; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1981.53; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Cardboard Log Cabin

Artifact ID1981.53 a-e
Object Type Artwork
Maker (Kingston, NY)
Gifter
Date 1975-1976
Medium paint, ink, cardboard, adhesive, photographic paper
DimensionsOverall H 13 in x W 13 in x D 13 in (33 cm x 33 cm x 33 cm )
Physical Description(a-e) Cardboard log cabin made from toilet paper tubes painted brown, a cardboard box, and brown paper. The roof of the house has signatures written in ink, and two adjoining sides of the cabin feature a photograph of several children. Small red, white, and green note with inscription is associated with cabin.Historical NoteExecutive Director of the Children's Rehabilitation Center, David Panner, met with Theodore Marrs, President Ford's aide, whom accepted this gift on Ford's behalf.Additional Details
Custodial History Notepaint, paper, ink, adhesive, photographic paper
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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