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1987.662; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.662; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
United Cerebral Palsy of Wisconsin Plate
1987.662; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.662; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

United Cerebral Palsy of Wisconsin Plate

Artifact ID1987.662
Object Type Plate, Commemorative
Gifter
Maker
Date 1976
Medium brass, metal, tile, cork
DimensionsOverall Diam 12 in (30.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionNeutral-colored shapes made of tile decorate a metal plate's plaster-covered surface. In the center, a small square golden plaque displays rows of horizontal engraved text.
Historical NotePresident Gerald R. Ford received this plate in 1976, while campaigning in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. On April 2nd and 3rd 1976 Gerald R. Ford went on a campaign trip to Wisconsin where he visited Milwaukee, West Bend, Campbellsport, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, and Green Bay. At many of these locations, Ford gave speeches and addressed the press.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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