Congrats, Makenna Bubolz, on placing in our 2024 #fordstudentwritingchallenge. "I am grateful to be chosen and am glad my essay reflected the true meaning of an American Citizen," said Makenna. #meijer

August 3-4, 1974: Political history was forming this weekend, 50 years ago. President Nixon’s job was in peril in light of the Watergate scandal. If he lost his seat, Vice President Gerald Ford would become President of the United States. Ford never sought the Vice Presidency,

Monday, August 5, 1974: 50 years ago today, the “smoking gun” tape in the Watergate scandal goes public. President Nixon loses nearly all congressional support. After Vice President Ford addresses disabled American veterans in New Orleans in a pre-appointed visit that day, he

Tuesday, August 6, 1974: Washington, and the world, is astir after the damming Watergate tape was released on Monday. Regardless of the President’s guilt or innocence, America had cast its unofficial vote: Nixon’s seat in office was a massive distraction in Washington and a

Wednesday, August 7, 1974: Al Haig, Richard Nixon’s Chief of Staff, tells Gerald Ford to prepare to assume the presidency by the end of the week. At home that evening, Jerry and Betty discuss the changes about to rock their family, including a forced move to the White House.

Thursday, August 8, 1974: The world was poised to witness history at 9 p.m., when President Nixon said he would televise a message for the nation. Gerald Ford, the man set to step in as President of the United States, tuned in with the rest of America. Despite being Vice

Friday, August 9, 1974: Gerald R. Ford assumes the presidency, minutes after President Nixon resigns. Throughout his term, Ford worked tirelessly to bring peace and healing to a nation that desperately needed it. He was a role model for decency, honesty and openness. He worked

Our fall events are kicking off with Trustee Hank Meijer moderating a discussion with award-winning journalist and author, Barry Werth. Join us on Sept 3 as Werth recounts the tumultuous days of August 1974 that followed Richard Nixon's resignation and the swearing in of

What do you look for in a leader? Gerald Ford stands as a prime example of the standard for excellence, if you ask us. And one of our favorite virtues of President Ford? Good character. But that's only the beginning... fordforum.org/2024/08/15/wha… #geraldrford #character

Calling all Boy Scouts! Complete the requirements for Citizenship and the Nation for free at Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in Grand Rapids. This program inspires active citizenship and an understanding of American government. September 21 and November 16. Register here:

Did you know the part about Shirley Temple?? saturdayeveningpost.com/2024/08/a-busy… #ford50 #shirleytemple

Really good stuff in this series!

Curious about #election mechanics, and what goes into fair and credible elections? Join us for two special events in Ann Arbor, filled with several top speakers on public elections: 🇺🇸 Mike Ford and Jason Carter Speak: An Armchair Conversation on Trusted Outcomes (Sept 11)

✈️ USA Today crowned Gerald R. Ford International Airport the best small airport in the nation last year, and we want to see them in the #1 spot again this year. Please vote! This should be an an easy get - if you've flown out of #GRR recently, you'll know that is truly is a wonderful, clean,

Aspiring #EagleScouts - we have a few spots left for Sept 21's FREE Citizenship in the Nation badge program! Come learn about American government in one of Michigan's premier civic spaces. Register here: devoslearningcenter.org/scouts-saturda… (Curious about this pic? Gerald Ford is on the

TV alert! Steve Ford will be talking about #PresidentFord on #CSPAN this Sunday at 8PM EST. c-span.org/video/?537190-…

Will you be tuning in?

Some big names are coming to Ann Arbor to promote the trusted elections process. Learn from Mike Ford (son of #PresidentFord), Jason Carter (grandson of #PresidentCarter), Susan Page (former U.S. Ambassador) and more on Sept 11 & 12. Register today - there is limited space:

Honored to host the #BoyScouts next week as they carry on their long tradition of holding a sun-up-till-sundown salute of the flag outside The Gerald Ford Presidential Museum. All are invited to attend.