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1984.215; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1984.215; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
The Ford House Plaque
1984.215; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1984.215; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

The Ford House Plaque

Artifact ID1984.215
Object Type Plaque, Decorative
Maker
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium wood, paper, paint
DimensionsOverall H 15 1/2 in x W 9 in x D 3/4 in (39.4 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA grey wooden plaque features a bald eagle with raised wings and an outstretched neck below a row of yellow stars. It stands on a red, white, and blue shield as it grasps arrows in its talons. Lines of horizontal red text are above and below it.
Historical NoteBob and Dorothy Hobbs of East Berlin, Pennsylvania, gifted this plaque to the President and Mrs. Ford in 1975. The inscription on the plaque, "est. Oct. 15, 1948 / The Ford House," refers to the Fords' wedding date.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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