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1989.856.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.856.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Ohio Bicentennial Plaque
1989.856.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.856.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Ohio Bicentennial Plaque

Artifact ID1989.856.1
Object Type Plaque, Decorative
Gifter
Maker (Fairborn, OH)
Maker (Fairborn, OH)
Date 1976
Medium hardboard, paint, paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall H 11 1/2 in x W 12 in x D 1/8 in (29.2 cm x 30.5 cm x 0.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA white plaque in the shape of Ohio, the center displays a rectangular white piece of paper printed with lines of black text. Patriotic motifs accent it, and red and blue lines decorate the plaque's edges.Historical NoteOn July 27, 1976, Presidential staff member Milton Mitler accepted this gift on Ford's behalf when Russell Genet presented it on the North Lawn of the White House.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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