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1982.137; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1982.137; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1982.137; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1982.137; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1982.137
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Gifter
Maker (Huntington, WV)
Date ca. 1976
Medium textile, thread, dye, ink
DimensionsOverall H 91 in x W 67 in (231.1 cm x 170.2 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white cotton quilt features painted outlines of Presidents and first ladies. Red fabric accented with white stars borders each square and the edges.
Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President until its transfer to the National Archives in 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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