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Plaque of Recognition for Development of the Arkansas River
Image Not Available for Plaque of Recognition for Development of the Arkansas River

Plaque of Recognition for Development of the Arkansas River

Artifact IDMO 63.2208
Object Type Plaque
Date October 3, 1963
Gifter
Place of GiftHerber Springs, Arakansas, United States
Medium Walnut wood, metal
DimensionsOverall: 12 x 14 in. (30.5 x 35.6 cm)
Physical Descriptionwalnut plaque in shape of Arkansas presented to President John F. Kennedy for interest in the development of Arkansas River
Historical NoteJohn F. Kennedy did not have a direct connection to the Arkansas River, but he did visit Heber Springs, Arkansas, on October 3, 1963, to dedicate the Greers Ferry Dam on the White River in 1963. The Greers Ferry Dam is part of the White River Basin, which is distinct from the Arkansas River. The dam was built for flood control, hydroelectric power, and recreation. This plaque was presented to President Kennedy on October 3, 1963 in Arkansas during his speech.
Additional Details
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA; Arkansas Basin Association
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesKennedy Administration Collection 1960-1963 (National Archives Identifier 1676959)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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