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1984.109; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.109; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Quilt
1984.109; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1984.109; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Quilt

Artifact ID1984.109
Object Type Quilt, Memory
Maker (Princeton Junction, NJ)
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium cotton, dye, thread
DimensionsOverall H 90 3/4 in x W 68 in (230.5 cm x 172.7 cm )
Physical DescriptionAn outline of each of the 50 states in the U.S. is embroidered on a white square. A white rectangle in the quilt's center features an outline of the shape of the whole country. Red fabric scattered with blue and white stars borders each square.
Historical NoteCub Scout Pack 66, Den 3, presented this quilt to Mr. Milton E. Mitler, Deputy Special Assistant to President Gerald R. Ford, in the Rose Garden of the White House on June 3, 1976.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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