1982.33.3; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
Blue and White Dress, Jacket, and Belt
Artifact ID1982.33.3 a-c
Object Type
Dress
Date
ca. 1974
Medium
cotton, thread, metal, leather
DimensionsOverall (a) Dress H 41 in x W 15 in (104.1 cm x 38.1 cm )
Overall (b) Belt H 3 1/4 in x W 17 in (8.3 cm x 43.2 cm )
Overall (c) Jacket H 32 in x W 15 in (81.3 cm x 38.1 cm )
Physical Description(a–c) A light blue pleated V-neck dress features white trim along the neckline and collar. A matching jacket with two pockets near its hem is worn over the dress. A thin white belt is fastened around the waistline.Overall (b) Belt H 3 1/4 in x W 17 in (8.3 cm x 43.2 cm )
Overall (c) Jacket H 32 in x W 15 in (81.3 cm x 38.1 cm )
Historical NoteBetty Ford wore this dress when Gerald R. Ford was sworn in as President of the United States. She purchased the dress from Frankie Welch's boutique in Alexandria, Virginia, which she regularly frequented. Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford donated the item to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in September 1981.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Relating to the Family of Gerald and Betty Ford (74627970)
Use Restriction Status
Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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