1991.88.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Washington Redskins Football

Artifact ID1991.88.1

Date Unknown

Medium leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber

DimensionsOverall Diam 12 1/4 in (31.1 cm )

Physical DescriptionA brown football displays white stripes, black stitches, white laces, and a handwritten message in black ink.
Historical NoteThe team changed its name to the Washington Commanders in 2020 in recognition that "redskins" was offensive to many Indigenous people.Additional Details

Custodial History NoteReceived at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum circa 1990s.

Credit LineDonor unknown

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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