Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum

Gerald R. Ford Library and Museum
Events and Exhibits Calendar

For information on events at the Ford Museum (Grand Rapids, Michigan) call (616) 254-0400

For information on events at the Ford Library (Ann Arbor, Michigan) call
(734) 205-0555
Support for programming provided by the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation.

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EXHIBITS

The Remarkable Lives and Times of Gerald and Betty Ford
In the Lobby

ANN ARBOR -- Mrs. Ford's life is celebrated with a special exhibit featuring meticulous reproductions of three historic dresses, plus artifacts and photos. President Ford's life is told through a permanent exhibit of over 100 seldom-seen documents and photos, plus a biographical film. Visitors also can see the office Mr. Ford used during his post-presidential visits to the Library. This lobby exhibit in Ann Arbor has free admission.

ArtPrize 2012
September 19 - October 7, 2012

GRAND RAPIDS -- The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum is excited to be part of the world's largest art competition again this year. ArtPrize is an international art exhibition and social experiment. This year in addition to hosting 24 works of art the Museum is also an Exhibition Center, sponsored by Amway.

OUTDOOR ART:
F2 - Dennis Webb
Copper Kids in a Canoe - Al Weston
The Penguin Project - Paul Nilsson
A Second Chance at Life - Gary Fields
The Nanny - Monica Walker
Living Water - Don Zandee
Madonna - Mic Carlson
On Thin Ice - Justin La Doux
Captain and the Kid - Andy Sacksteder
Windows - Chris O'Rourke
Wheel in the Sky Kaleidoscope - William Anderson
My Rescue - Martha Cares
Proud Flesh - Andrew Scott Kline
Hooked on Michigan - Daniel Cascardo

INDOOR ART:
Crime Wave - Matt Large
The Chase - Dennis Harris
Seasons - Ann Loveless
360 Complete - Andrew Freemire
Detroit in Abstract Symmetry - Revere La Noue
The Temptation - Ramon Espantaleon
Meadow Winds - Stanley Skopek
Colors of Time - Nancy McKay
Spring the Season of Hope - Jacek
Wired - David Masten

Pro Football and the American Spirit
October 10, 2012 - January 6, 2013

GRAND RAPIDS -- A popular exhibit that has traveled the country tells the story of professional football players and personnel who served our nation in the armed forces from World War II to Desert Storm to the conflict in Afghanistan.

Among the artifacts in the exhibit are Exhibit artifacts include Hall of Famer Art Donovan's Marine uniform, the career medals of General Ernest Cheatham, pro football's highest ranking former player; and Pat Tillman's Army Ranger uniform, and many other significant mementos from the Hall of Fame's vast collection.

SPEAKERS, PROGRAMS AND FORUMS

Max Holland - LEAK: Why Mark Felt Became Deep Throat
Thursday, September 27, 2012
7:30 p.m.

ANN ARBOR -- Join us as journalist and author Max Holland presents his fast-paced, scrupulously fact-checked book. LEAK reveals intriguing historical insights that retrace Mark Felt's steps during the crucial initial Bureau investigation of the bungled black-bag job in the Democratic National Committee Watergate complex offices.

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John Miller

John J. Miller - The Big Scrum: How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football
Monday October 15, 7:30 pm

ANN ARBOR -- John J. Miller, U of M graduate and author of The Big Scrum: How Teddy Roosevelt Saved Football, will speak on his book and the history of college football and the social changes in America that made college football popular.
The Big Scrum tells the fascination story of why Teddy Roosevelt thought football was so relevant to American life, and how and why the game he essentially fathered became one of this country’s most important cultural institutions.

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Rocky Bleier, Former Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back
Opening Program for Pro Football and the American Spirit
Tuesday, October 23, 2012 7:00 p.m.

GRAND RAPIDS -- Hear Rocky Bleier tell his story - a gripping tale of courage on both the football fields of America and the battle fields of Vietnam. A Pittsburgh Steelers running back, Rocky Bleier takes audiences from his early years through his professional career and talks about the lessons he learned along the way..lessons that we all can benefit from. To make reservations call (616) 254-0384 or email ford_events@nara.gov.

Holiday Open House
Sunday, December 2, 2012 1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.
GRAND RAPIDS -- This annual favorite will feature a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, holiday music, and storytelling for children. Admission will be free from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. No reservations required.

DEADLINES, GRANTS AND FELLOWSHIPS

Gerald R. Ford Foundation Research Travel Grants
September 15 Annually
March 15 Annually
ANN ARBOR -- Application deadline. The Gerald R. Ford Foundation awards several research travel grants of up to $2,000 each in support of research in the holdings of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library. A grant defrays travel, living, and photocopy expenses of a research trip to the Ford Library. More information.

Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award in Honor of Robert M. Teeter
April 10 Annually
ANN ARBOR -- Application deadline. A grant of $5000 is awarded annually to support dissertation research on any aspect of the United States political process during the latter part of the 20th century. More information.

Last Updated:August 23, 2012

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