Sep
23
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
GRAND RAPIDS and ANN ARBOR-- Award-winning journalist and bestselling historian Garrett Graff told the story of September 11, 2001 as it was livedin the words of those who lived it. Graff painted the most vivid and human portrait of the September 11 attacks yet.
Sep
23
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
SAQA's Global Exhibition 3D Expression offers an intriguing glimpse into a new dimension of art quilts, creatively interpreted by artisits from 14 U.S. states and 10 countries (in fact, 36% are from outside the U.S.). The wide variety of pieces include vessels, wearables, wall-…
Aug
9
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the swearing in of our 38th president. Dancing and music will be outside on the Museum's plaze (weather permitting). If it is raining, we will move inside! Swing music by The John Shea Trio featuring John Montgomery (tenor sax) and Max Colley…
Jul
25
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Join Grand Rapids photographer Dianne Burdick Carroll as she teaches step-by-step methods to take better digital photographs. Class size is limited; registration is required.
Jul
14
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
As is the custom every year, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum will offer free admission July 14 in honor of President Ford's birthday. Hours of operation are 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Jul
14
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Join us for the annual Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of President and Mrs. Ford honoring President Ford's birthday.
Jul
4
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Constitution Avenue steps and on US National ArchivesGreetings: Allison Seymour, Fox 5 News AnchorPresentation of Colors by the 3rd U.S. Infantry Continental Color GuardNational Anthem sung by Crystal MosserPerformance by the 3rd Infantry "The Old Guard" Fife and Drum…
Jun
5
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Join us as we kick off the 2019 Ford After Five series with a night of music featuring The John Shea Trio celebrating the life of Charlie Parker, American saxophonist and influential jazz soloist. Doors open at 5:30 PM, music at 6 PM. No cover charge. Light refreshments.
May
14
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
Join us as Ambassador Carla A. Hills discusses today's trade issues, changing partnerships, and the elevation in trade tensions.
May
14
2019
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
Ambassador Carla A. Hills discussed todays trade issues, changing partnerships, and the elevation of trade tensions. Hills explained that the political rhetoric in the U.S has turned increasingly oppositional towards the notion of trade, but noted that it is a crucial factor in…