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1988.937; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.937; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Freedom of Religion Bicentennial Plaque
1988.937; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.937; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Freedom of Religion Bicentennial Plaque

Artifact ID1988.937
Object Type Plaque
Maker (Broomall, PA)
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium metal, wood, paint, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 11 3/4 in x W 8 3/4 in x D 1 in (29.8 cm x 22.2 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA blue and black plaque features a raised silver eagle with outstretched wings. A shield in front of it displays rows of engraved text, and it is enclosed in a circle. Text decorates the circle's perimeter.
Historical NoteMr. Serot presented this plaque to Milton Mitler, a representative of President Ford, in the Roosevelt Room on October 28, 1975; Mitler accepted the plaque on Ford's behalf.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 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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