| | 501 | Title: | Swiss Ford Dealership "Garage du Closelet" Photograph Album  | | | | Accession: | 2024.12 | | | | Creator: | Unknown | | | | Abstract: | This collection consists of a single photograph album containing 19 black-and-white photographs of the "Garage du Closelet" Ford dealership in Lausanne, Switzerland. Includes photos of sales and service areas within the dealership building. Inscribed to Henry Ford II on July 20, 1949. The extent of this collection is 0.3 cubic ft. (1 box). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 502 | Title: | "Moms for Liberty" | | | | Accession: | 2024.137 | | | | Creator: | The Henry Ford (Organisation) | | | | Abstract: | This collection focuses on Moms for Liberty, and an advocacy group for Christian Values, anti-CRT, and anti-DEI views. The organization was founded in 2021 in Florida, and works to facilitate discussion on "liberty, freedom and the foundation of our government." This collection includes brochures, car magnets, and a book on how to read and understand the Constitution of the United States of America.The collection is open for research. 0.2 cubic ft. (1 box). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 503 | Title: | Ralph W. Sanders Tractor Photography Collection | | | | Accession: | 2024.15 | | | | Creator: | Sanders, Ralph W., 1933- | | | | Abstract: | Ralph Sanders (1933-2024) was a professional photographer, specializing in tractors and their history. This collection consists of color transparencies (approx 1,500) taken by Sanders of 300 restored classic American tractors (mostly 1910s-1960s). Support material includes narratives, questionnaires, and photographs from tractor owners. The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 5.3 cubic ft. (6 boxes). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 504 | Title: | "Weight Watchers" Collection | | | | Accession: | 2024.18 | | | | Creator: | Mark, Florine, 1933-2023 | | | | Abstract: | Starting in 1966, Florine Mark became one of the largest franchise holders for Weight Watchers, and the materials in this collection represent her entrepreneurial success by documenting the reach of the company. This small collection consists of a booklet and flier related to the Weight Watchers weight-loss program. Additional 3D items can be found in museum holdings, see Accession 2024.18. Please contact research center staff for more information. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 505 | Title: | North American Railroading Photographs | | | | Accession: | 2024.65 | | | | Creator: | Gutman, Richard | | | | Abstract: | Collection of photographs showing passenger and freight trains from various North American railroads, with most showing streamlined passenger trains of the pre- and post-World War II era. Also includes two brochures for General Motors' "Train of Tomorrow" and a letter regarding photos from Northern Pacific Railway. The extent of the collection is 0.4 cubic ft. (1 box). This is an UNPROCESSED COLLECTION and has not yet been prepared for routine service (i.e. housed for safe handling, labeled, and cataloged). Access may be restricted in order to maintain physical and intellectual control, and is at the discretion of archives personnel. Researchers interested in access to unprocessed collections should contact Benson Ford Research Center staff to discuss collection availability. | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 506 | Title: | 2023 United Auto Workers (UAW) Local 600 Strike Collection | | | | Accession: | 2024.6 | | | | Creator: | International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America. Ford Local 600 | | | | Abstract: | The United Auto Workers Local 600 formed in August 1938, in Dearborn, Michigan. This collection focuses on the September-October 2023 strike against General Motors, Ford and Stellantis over worker compensation increases. The collection includes photographs of the preparation and execution of the strike, a copy of the UAW Agreement with Ford Motor Company among other ephemera. The extent of the collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder) and 30.5 MB (12 digital files). This collection contains digital materials and 3D materials, such as picket signs. Researchers interested in this material should contact research center staff. | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 507 | Title: | Lone Star Seed Co. Seed Packets | | | | Accession: | 2024.7 | | | | Creator: | Lone Star Seed Co. | | | | Abstract: | The Lone Star Seed Company was founded in 1920, and operated out of San Antonio, Texas. This collection contains varieties of vegetable seed packets (seeds removed), printed in south-central Texas and sold in Texas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Oklahoma during the 1970s and 1980s. The information on the packets link vegetables to Germanic place names, and include growing information printed in English and Spanish. The Extent of this collection is 0.01 cubic ft. (1 folder). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 508 | Title: | Maker's Mark Distillery Collection | | | | Accession: | 2024.85 | | | | Creator: | Anonymous (Collector) | | | | Abstract: | Maker’s Mark originated in 1953 at a distillery in Loretto, Kentucky. The brand has gained distinction for its B-Corp philosophy and its pursuit of regenerative agriculture. This collection contains digital photographs, booklets, and labels of Maker’s Mark merchandise.The extent of this collection is 0.1 cubic ft. (3 folders) and 328.8 MB (104 digital files). The collection contains digital photographs. Researchers interested in this material should contact research center staff. | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 509 | Title: | NASCAR Xfinity Series Driver Brandon Brown Collecting Card | | | | Accession: | 2024.87 | | | | Creator: | Donruss | | | | Abstract: | Brandon Brown (1993-) is an American professional racing driver, who has raced for NASCAR. Brown won his first race, the Sparks 300 at Alabama's Talladega Superspeedway, on October 2, 2021. This win became notorious when NBC Sports reporter Kelli Stavast's misstating of a crowd chant led to "Let's Go Brandon" becoming a political slogan used against U.S. President Joe Biden. The collecting card references this win but makes no mention of the newfound political phrase. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 510 | Title: | Twin Pines Dairy Home Delivery Window Card | | | | Accession: | 2024.99 | | | | Creator: | Twin Pines Farm Dairy | | | | Abstract: | Twin Pines Farm Dairy was an employee-owned company based in Detroit, Michigan. The company processed, sold, and delivered fresh milk and dairy products within the city limits. This collection contains a window card that customers would put in their home window to indicate their participation in the delivery service. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 511 | Title: | "Porsche Pit Stop" Newsletters | | | | Accession: | 2026.0.2 | | | | Creator: | Porsche North America Corporation | | | | Abstract: | This collection consists of nine (9) issues of "Porsche Pit Stop" newsletter produced and distributed by the Service Department, Porsche North America Corporation. These newsletters were made for service personnel and cover Porsche history, race results and service updates. The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.5 cubic ft. (2 folders). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 512 | Title: | Ernest Gillard and Nancy Wauchek Wedding Photographs | | | | Accession: | 2026.21 | | | | Creator: | Gillard, Ernest, 1920-2012 | | | | Abstract: | During and just after WWII, resourceful American brides transformed military parachutes into wedding gowns. Nancy Wauchek created her wedding dress from the unused parachute of her soon to be brother-in-law, Donald Gillard. The photographs in this collection show the finished dress, as well as Gillard during his tenure in the United States Navy. The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). The wedding dress (98.75.1) is housed elsewhere in the Collections of The Henry Ford. Researchers interested in viewing this should contact Research Center staff. | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 513 | Title: | American Indian Movement and the Occupation at Wounded Knee in 1973 Handbills | | | | Accession: | 2026.50 | | | | Creator: | Henry Ford (Organization) (Collector) | | | | Abstract: | The American Indian Movement (AIM) was founded in 1968 as a grassroots movement to address systemic issues of poverty, discrimination, and police brutality against American Indians. The Occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973 was a major protest action by AIM to raise awareness of issues on the reservation. This collection contains handbills documenting AIM, the occupation of Wounded Knee and the context surrounding the protest. The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 514 | Title: | Collection on Ruby Short McKim | | | | Accession: | 2026.62 | | | | Creator: | McKim, Ruby Short | | | | Abstract: | Ruby Short McKim (1891-1976) was an American quilter, entrepreneur, writer and magazine editor. With her husband, Arthur McKim, she founded McKim Studios a mail-order company to widely distribute her work. This collection contains a catalog published by McKim Studios and a Periodical containing an article written by McKim. The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.02 cubic ft. (1 folder). The book, The Tin Owl Stories (2026.62.2), is housed elsewhere in the Collections at The Henry Ford. Researchers interested in this should contact Research Center Staff. | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 515 | Title: | Shrine of the Little Flower Collection | | | | Accession: | 2026.65 | | | | Creator: | Coughlin, Charles Edward, 1891-1979 | | | | Abstract: | The National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica in Royal Oak, Michigan was founded by Charles Coughlin, a Catholic priest and demagogue. Coughlin would broadcast his sermons weekly via the radio, garnering national attention. This collection contains a mimeographed appreciation letter sent to a subscriber of Coughlin’s publication, "Social Justice", along with subscription forms and a copy of "Shrine of the Little Flower Souvenir Book." The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.04 cubic ft. (2 folders). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
| 516 | Title: | Collection on Indiana Amish Country Slow Moving Vehicles | | | | Accession: | 2026.74 | | | | Creator: | Henry Ford (Organization) | | | | Abstract: | The State of Indiana updated its Slow Moving Vehicle regulations in 2021. The law applied to low-speed vehicles including those towed, pulled, or animal drawn (thus applicable to Old Order Amish buggies and bicycles). The standard and the small SMV emblems affixed to Amish conveyances reflect Amish concern about personal safety of low-speed vehicles. This collection contains digital photographs documenting the Slow Moving Vehicle sign in use by the Old Order Amish in the Shipshewana, Indiana area. There is also promotional material for Yoder Department Store and guidebooks relating to Indiana "Amish Country". The materials are in English. The extent of this collection is 0.06 cubic ft and 41 MB. (3 folders and 16 digital files). | | | | Similar Items: | Find |
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