Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum - Research Travel Grants Program

Research Travel Grants Program

Educate - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Explore educational resources, classroom visits, field trips, and the President Gerald R. Ford Essay Challenge for students and teachers.

Research Grants and Award Programs

Information on research grants and award programs offered by the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, including travel grants and dissertation awards.

Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award (Dissertation Award)

Annual $7,000 award for doctoral students supporting dissertation research on the U.S. political process and public policy in the late 20th century.

Museum - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Information about visiting the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, including hours, admission, location, accessibility, and events.

Research - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Explore research resources at the Ford Library and Museum, including finding aids, collections, topic guides, and FAQs. Contact archivists for assistance.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum

Official website for the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, offering information on exhibits, research, education, and events.

Library - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum

Information about the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library, including hours, location, admission, accessibility, and how to donate materials. Research room by appointment.

Plan a Field Trip

Information for scheduling and preparing for a field trip to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, including admission, hours, and etiquette.

Civics for All of US

National civic education initiative from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum and National Archives. Offers resources and programs for all ages.

Recent Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Research Travel Grant Recipients

List of recipients for the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Research Travel Grants Program, organized by grant period (Fall/Spring) and year.

Teacher Resources

Resources for teachers from the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum, including lesson ideas, essay challenges, and links to historical documents and government sites.

Library Collections

Explore the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library's extensive collections, including presidential papers, photographs, and audiovisual materials. Find research grants and award programs.

Exhibits

Explore permanent and temporary exhibits at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and Library, detailing key moments in the Fords' lives and careers.

Recent Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Research Travel Grant Recipients

List of past recipients of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Research Travel Grants Program, including their university and research topic.

President Gerald R. Ford Essay Challenge

Annual essay competition for high school students focusing on a presidential trait related to today's world. Rules are available.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation Research Travel Grants Program

Grants up to $2,200 for research in Ford Library holdings. Supports travel and living expenses for research trips to Ann Arbor. Deadlines are March 15 and September 15.

Gerald R. Ford Scholar Award (Dissertation Award)

Annual award of $7,000 for doctoral students supporting dissertation research and writing on the U.S. political process and public policy in the late 20th century.

Visit

Information on visiting the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and the Library in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Includes hours and planning details.

Gerald R. Ford - The Fords

Biography and timeline of Gerald R. Ford, the 38th President of the United States, including his early life, career, and presidency.

Pets | Gerald R. Ford

Information about the Ford family pets, including their dog Liberty, cat Shan, an alligator, and a snake, with anecdotes and details from memoirs.

Betty Ford - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Biography, bibliography, speeches, and photographs of Betty Ford, wife of President Gerald R. Ford. Includes information on the Betty Ford Center.

The Fords - Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

Explore the life of President Gerald R. Ford and First Lady Betty Ford through timelines, personal stories, and historical events.

Plan a Classroom Visit

Information on arranging for the Museum's Education Specialist to visit your school for student programs or teacher in-services.

Juneberry - Arboretum Wisc

Information about the Juneberry plant, including its common and scientific names, physical characteristics, blooming period, site requirements, natural range, and special features.

Dwarf Bushhoneysuckle - Arboretum Wisc

Information about Dwarf Bushhoneysuckle (Diervilla lonicera), including its scientific name, blooming period, size, site requirements, natural range, and care.

Eastern Hemlock - Tsuga canadensis

Information about the Eastern Hemlock tree (Tsuga canadensis), including its common and scientific names, size, behavior, site requirements, natural range, and special features.

Gray Dogwood Plant Information

Information about the Gray Dogwood plant, including its scientific name, physical characteristics, blooming period, size, site requirements, natural range, and special features.

Nannyberry - Arboretum Wisc

Information about Nannyberry (Viburnum lentago), including its scientific name, physical characteristics, blooming period, size, behavior, site requirements, natural range, and special features.

New Jersey Tea - Arboretum

Information about Ceanothus americanus (New Jersey Tea), including its scientific name, appearance, blooming period, site requirements, and natural range.

Pagoda Dogwood - Arboretum Wisc

Information about the Pagoda Dogwood (Cornus alternifolia), including its scientific name, blooming period, size, site requirements, natural range, and special features.

Downy Serviceberry PDF

Information about the Downy Serviceberry plant, including its scientific name, physical characteristics, habitat, and care requirements.

Fire Pink

Information about the Fire Pink plant (Silene Virginica), including its common and scientific names, flower description, blooming period, size, behavior, site requirements, natural range, and care.

Paper Birch - Arboretum Wisc

Information about the Paper Birch tree, including its common and scientific names, physical characteristics, site requirements, natural range, and care suggestions.

Highbush Cranberry - Arboretum Native Plant Sale

Information on the Highbush Cranberry (Viburnum trilobum), including its common and scientific names, blooming period, size, site requirements, and special features.

Ironwood Ostrya - University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum

Information about the Ironwood (Ostrya virginiana) tree, including its common and scientific names, physical characteristics, blooming period, size, behavior, site requirements, natural range, special features, and suggested care.

Prairie Rose Plant Information

Information about the Prairie Rose (Rosa carolina) plant, including its common and scientific names, appearance, blooming period, size, and habitat requirements.

Musclewood Plant Information

Information about the Musclewood tree (Carpinus caroliniana), including its common and scientific names, physical characteristics, site requirements, natural range, and historical uses.

Luncheon Lectures

The UW Arboretum's Luncheon Lecture series offers engaging speakers on various topics, held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a buffet lunch.