A Look Back at the Grand Opening of Eastbrook Mall
Do you remember Grand Rapids' first indoor shopping mall? Eastbrook Mall opened in 1967.
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14 Years In The Making: The USS Gerald R. Ford Is Finally Deploying
It's been 14 years in the making, but the ship named after Grand Rapid's native, Former President Gerald R. Ford, is finally going to be deployed.
40 Years Ago: The Gerald R. Ford Museum was Dedicated
It was a huge event on September 18, 1981. Former Presidents, foreign leaders, and many celebrities were here for the dedication of the Ford Presidential Museum.
Michigan’s Most Wikipedia-ed Residents
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Ford Museum to do a Virtual Story Hour for Children
Ford Museum to do a Virtual Story Hour for Children
Honoring Betty Ford's 100th Birthday
Former First Lady, Betty Ford, to honored for what would have been her 100th birthday, at Ford Museum.
Dedication of the Gerald R. Ford Museum — 35 Years Ago!
Grand Rapids was buzzing with excitement back in 1981 leading up to the September 18, 1981 dedication of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.
Air Force Band ‘Starlifter’ Plays at Ford Museum on Thursday August 4th
Thursday evening, August 4, will be a special evening at the Ford Presidential Museum. The USAF Band of Mid-America’s Starlifter will present a free concert open to everyone with no tickets required for admission. In addition, the Amazing Clark Magic Show begins at 6:30 p.m. and Starlifter takes stage at 7 p.m.
Gerald Ford’s 102 Birthday Commemoration is Next Week at Ford Museum
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation will host their annual events to celebrate the life and legacy of President Gerald R. Ford.
Lynne Cheney Speaking in Grand Rapids on April 14
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation will host Lynne Cheney as she visits Grand Rapids on April 14 to participate in a luncheon program, America’s First Ladies: An Enduring Legacy, commemorating former first lady Betty Ford’s 97th birthday.
Former Vice President Dick Cheney will join his wife at the conversation.
Rosalynn Carter Honors Betty Ford
I had the pleasure of attending the news conference and luncheon with Rosalynne Carter, wife of former President, Jimmy Carter, and of course, former First Lady, at the J.W. Mariott today.
Rosalynn Carter Honoring Betty Ford at Ford Museum on April 8
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation will host former first lady Rosalynn Carter as she visits Grand Rapids on April 8 to participate in a luncheon program, America’s First Ladies: A Journey of Friendship, commemorating former first lady Betty Ford’s 96th birthday. Following the luncheon, the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation and Museum will host a panel discussion titled Betty Ford’s L