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1989.857.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.857.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Poem
1989.857.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.857.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Poem

Artifact ID1989.857.1
Object Type Poem
Gifter
Maker (Dresden, OH)
Date 1975
Medium textile, ribbon
DimensionsOverall H 11 1/2 in x W 8 3/4 in x D 1/4 in (29.2 cm x 22.2 cm x 0.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionPoem adhered to inside of folder. Red foam folder features a denim-inspired print with a brown square at the top reading "Jeans USA," enclosed in a red border. Folder is held together with red ribbon tied into a bow on proper left. Interior displays black text on two white pages, and an image of an American flag is adhered to the proper right page.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President 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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