Events and Exhibits
Explore the history of our nation at the Presidential Libraries! See, hear, and participate in the events that changed our lives and made us who we are as a nation.
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April 08 Wednesday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: Reorganizing the Executive Branch
Herbert Hoover was a champion of government efficiency for over 40 years, before, during, and after his Presidency. Find out how he streamlined the Federal government. For grades 4-7, 45 minutes. -
April 10 Friday
Online - 02:00pm to 03:00pm EDT
At-Home Learning: Herbert Hoover and the Bonus March: Presidential Blunder or Necessary Action?
In this session we will explore the Bonus March and Presidential decision-making. For grades 9-12, 1 hour. -
April 14 Tuesday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: World War II Propaganda
Students will observe and analyze posters used as propaganda in the United States during WWII. For grades 6-12, 45 minutes. -
Ann Arbor, MI - 07:00pm to 09:00pm EDT
2020 and Beyond
From impeachment to Congress to the presidential campaign, American politics has been full of chaos and strife. What does it all add up to, and what does it say about our nation at this uncertain moment in history? -
Abilene, KS - 07:00pm to 09:30pm CDT
Evenings at Ease: GI Jews (film screening)
The 2nd Tuesday of every other month we provide an evening program. Topics vary and may include films, lectures, or panel discussion. -
Simi Valley, CA - 06:00pm to 12:00am PDT
Lecture and Book Signing with Jack Carr
Please join us for a lecture and book signing with former Navy SEAL and New York Times Best Selling Author Jack Carr on his latest book, Savage Son -
April 16 Thursday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: The Story Behind the Titanic
Go behind the scenes of the Titanic Exhibit at the Reagan Presidential Library. Learn about the voyage, the passengers, and the fate of the world’s most famous historic ship. For grades 3-5, 45 minutes. -
West Branch, IA - 05:30pm to 08:00pm CDT
Travels with Dad
"Travels with Dad: Lou's 1921 Cross Country Trip." A talk by supervisory archivist Craig Wright, part of the Third Thursday series, sponsored by the Hoover Presidential Foundation. -
April 19 Sunday
Dallas, TX - 08:00am to 03:00pm CDT
Volunteer Appreciation Week
Refreshments for volunteers and docents. -
April 22 Wednesday
Dallas, TX - 06:00pm to 08:30pm CDT
CPH David Woolner
LPGWB partnership lecture with Center for Presidential History -
April 23 Thursday
Abilene, KS - 12:00pm to 02:00pm CDT
Lunch & Learn Series
Held the 4th Thursday of each month in the Visitors Center Auditorium at the Eisenhower Presidential Library. -
April 24 Friday
Simi Valley, CA - 05:30pm to 01:00am PDT
Spring and Shout Dinner and Dance: Tribute to and Ronny and the Classics Neil Diamond
Kick off the start of spring with our 3rd annual Spring and Shout Dinner and Dance: Tribute to Neil Diamond and Ronny and the Classics! Hot August Nights provides a spectacular Neil Diamond experience. -
April 26 Sunday
Abilene, KS - 02:00pm to 05:00pm CDT
Denial (film screening)
This film screening is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation and Union Pacific Foundation as part of the World War II 75th anniversary programming. -
April 28 Tuesday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: Ending the War in Japan
Students will role-play President Truman and his advisers as they debate how to end World War II. For grades 9-12, 45 minutes. -
April 30 Thursday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: The Space Shuttle Challenger
Explore the mission and meaning of the space shuttle "Challenger." Learn about the journey of a teacher in space and explore the role of President Reagan during this national crisis. For grades 8-12, 45 minutes. -
May 10 Sunday
Grand Rapids, MI - 09:00am to 05:00pm EDT
Exhibit Closes: Wounded War Dogs
James Mellick’s “Wounded Warrior Dogs” includes six wood-carved dogs, all wounded or rehabilitated and representing wartime service. They circle a small coffin draped in an American flag. -
May 12 Tuesday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: The Candy Bomber and the Berlin Airlift
In June 1948, the Soviet Union cut surface traffic to and from the city of West Berlin. Find out how President Truman reacted and discover the story of the candy bomber. For grades 3-8, 45 minutes. -
May 14 Thursday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:45pm EDT
At-Home Learning: President Reagan and the Cold War
Engage with primary texts, photos, and speeches from the 1980s. Learn about the role of diplomacy and presidential rhetoric and commitment in ending the Cold War. For grades 11-12, 45 minutes. -
May 25 Monday
Little Rock, AR - 09:00am to 06:00pm CDT
Exhibit Closes: ...Like It’s 1999: American Popular Culture in the 1990s
This exhibit will relive the golden, hopeful years that came after the fall of the Berlin Wall and before 9/11. -
May 27 Wednesday
Yorba Linda, CA - 06:00pm to 10:00pm PDT
EXHIBIT CLOSES: "Becoming America: How We Gained and Secured Freedom and Self-Government"
The Nixon Education Team is presenting an informative public education lecture series featuring noted Orange County history and political science professors. -
May 28 Thursday
Online - 02:00pm to 02:30pm EDT
At-Home Learning:Presidential Reading Program
This program features three books about the presidents. Children will identify a handful of Presidents, the White House, and learn some fun facts about the office of president. For preschool-3rd grade, 30 minutes. -
May 31 Sunday
Grand Rapids, MI - 09:00am to 05:00pm EDT
Exhibit Closes: The Continual Struggle
Artist Brian Washington’s ongoing body of artwork documenting the Civil Rights Movement and America’s historical struggle against segregation and other forms of race-based disenfranchisement. -
January 17 Sunday
Abilene, KS - 09:00am to 05:45pm CST
EXHIBIT CLOSES: 19 & '52: Women Unite for Ike
The 19 & '52: Women Unite for Ike exhibit connects President Eisenhower to the 19th Amendment.