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.

Bob Hope: An American Treasure
February 8 - June 10, 2012

GRAND RAPIDS -- The traveling exhibit tells the story of Bob Hope's achievements in entertainment, his passion for golf, relationships with the military, and his friendships with a number of U.S. presidents, including President Ford. It includes more than 150 items, including an original vaudeville contract from 1922, his Ellis Island medal, the final set of golf clubs used in his life, Emmy Awards, Honorary Oscars, an outfit he wore during USO tours, gifts and awards from presidents and other celebrities, his Congressional Gold Medal awarded by President John F. Kennedy, and his "Honorary Veteran Citation" from Congress, which he called the most important honor of his life. In addition, the exhibit includes a 30-stop audio tour, reproductions of more than 200 vintage photos and six videos. This new feature exhibit is on loan from the World Golf Hall of Fame & Museum.

SPEAKERS, PROGRAMS AND FORUMS

Michael Duffy - The Presidents Club: Inside the World's Most Exclusive Fraternity
Thursday, May 17, 2012
7:30 p.m.

ANN ARBOR -- The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library welcomes renowned journalist and author, Michael Duffy, to discuss his new book, The Presidents Club which reveals the secret history of the private relationships among the last 13 presidents, exploring the backroom deals, rescue missions, secret alliances and bitter rivalries of the men who served as commander in chief.

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Black and Blue: The Story of Gerald Ford, Willis Ward, Gerald Ford, and the 1934 Michigan-Georgia Tech Game"
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
7:00 p.m.

ANN ARBOR -- When Georgia Tech came to Michigan in 1934, the Wolverines were forced to bench their best player, Willis Ward, because he was an African-American. The incident infuriated Ward's best friend on the team, Gerald Ford. This is the story of two schools, two friends and a game that changed everything. This film blends college football, the quest for equal rights, and the career of a Michigan man who would one day be president. Program includes commentary by Producer, Brian Kruger.

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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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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
May 1 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: May 2, 2012

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