American Freedom Train Commemorative Program, 1975-1976
THF288067 / American Freedom Train Commemorative Program, 1975-1976 / front cover
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Artifact Overview
The 1976 Bicentennial heightened Americans' interest in their history. As part of the celebration, President Gerald Ford dedicated the American Freedom Train in December 1974. Over the next two years, the train visited all 48 contiguous states. More than 7 million people toured its display cars, which presented 200 years of American history through a variety of historical artifacts.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Program (Document)
Date Made
1975
Subject Date
1975-1976
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.35.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Multicolored
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 8.625 in
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