GERALD FORD MUSEUM

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) At the grocery store check out lanes the magazines and snacks like candy and meat jerky are concentrated while the shoppers are idle in their wait for the cashier. Among the magazines in this photo is National Geographic Magazine with its signature yellow border. Almost no one has personal memories of 1944 when the D-Day photo was snapped, although a few people remember their family members or neighbors who went to the overseas war effort. So when most shoppers roll their carts past the shelves of glossy, color magazines and happen to spot this one, probably they mingle cinematic versions and fragments of history classes during high school or college. As a result the events have a tidy quality of being past-tense, certain and with agreed upon point of view and assessment. However, the people doing the killing and being killed had lives before and after the months they were in harm's way, wearing government issue uniforms. So a truer way to see the cover photo is (a) in color, (b) showing civilians temporarily gathered into a fighting force, and (c) with outcomes largely unknown - to live or die that day and the next and the one after that. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) Credit: anthroview

The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum is a presidential museum located in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. The museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of the 38th President of the United States, Gerald R. Ford. The museum building is an eight-story structure featuring an exterior glass curtain wall and an interior designed to emulate the White House. Inside, visitors can explore interactive exhibits, a replica Oval Office, a full-size replica of the Presidential limousine, and a theater showing films about President Ford.

The museum also features a large collection of artifacts from throughout Ford's life and presidency, including his military uniform, personal and professional awards, and a replica of the Oval Office desk where he signed the Helsinki Accords, which ended the Cold War. Additionally, visitors can explore a variety of exhibits, such as the original flag flown over the White House during Ford's presidency, an interactive map of the world showing Ford's travels, and a timeline of his life.

The museum is open year-round and hosts several events, such as lectures, seminars, and book signings. Additionally, the museum offers educational programs for school groups and families, such as guided tours and hands-on activities. The museum also has an on-site gift shop, where visitors can purchase souvenirs and memorabilia related to President Ford.

GERALD FORD MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in GRAND RAPIDS MI. US MID #8402600147

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Cover story from 80 years ago (1944) At the grocery store check out lanes the magazines and snacks like candy and meat jerky are concentrated while the shoppers are idle in their wait for the cashier. Among the magazines in this photo is National Geographic Magazine with its signature yellow border. Almost no one has personal memories of 1944 when the D-Day photo was snapped, although a few people remember their family members or neighbors who went to the overseas war effort. So when most shoppers roll their carts past the shelves of glossy, color magazines and happen to spot this one, probably they mingle cinematic versions and fragments of history classes during high school or college. As a result the events have a tidy quality of being past-tense, certain and with agreed upon point of view and assessment. However, the people doing the killing and being killed had lives before and after the months they were in harm's way, wearing government issue uniforms. So a truer way to see the cover photo is (a) in color, (b) showing civilians temporarily gathered into a fighting force, and (c) with outcomes largely unknown - to live or die that day and the next and the one after that. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Frogs in full voice at Meijer Garden - reflecting pond A white koi quietly drifts in the foreground while the more common orange ones float to the left in the distance. Almost all the cherry blossoms have dropped, but a few can still be seen across the pond next to the Japanese-style garden. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Soft rain at wetland pond along the boardwalk Rain or shine, winter or summer the nature walk at Meijer Gardens presents a welcome view of undeveloped land as it skirts a long pond surrounded reeds, cattails, and so on. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Drizzle ending, but drops falling off the dock's roof At the far side of the Zig-zag Bridge is a roofed boat landing at the edge of the pond in the Japanese garden, one of 4 or 5 locations around the edges of the pond. This video clip shows some of the spring color as reflected in the smooth surface of the water. Press L for 'lightbox' to view the clip on a black background.
Dozens of poems on boulders appear in the wet This one near the Zig-zag bridge (Yatsu-hashi) reads, Come out bat; birds, Earth itself; hauled off by flowers. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Forest views filling in with 2024 leaves Near the Aman Park trail head, this view off the bluff down to the Sand Creek offers long views when the tree branches are bare during late fall, winter, and early spring. But now the green is returning quickly. In another week of mild temperatures, occasional rain, and longer days, the view will turn into a wall of green. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.
Trillium month in this forest carpet at Aman Park The characteristic woodland triple leaf, triple petal spring flower is abundant for a few weeks, sharing the forest floor with anemone, hepatica, and Virginia Bluebell. Press L for lightbox (large) view; click the image or press Z for full image display. Hover the mouse pointer over the image for pop-up remarks.

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GERALD FORD MUSEUM
303 PEARL ST NW
GRAND RAPIDS
MI
49504

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GERALD FORD MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402600147
Name GERALD FORD MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.966622, -85.677247
CODES FIPS State Code: 26
FIPS County Code: 081
US Census Tract: 001900
US Census Block: 1023