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Juneteenth 2026: Obama Presidential Center Opens Doors to Public | VIDEO

*The Obama Presidential Center will open its doors to the public on June 19, 2026, with timed-entry Museum tickets going on sale for Founding Members on April 21 and the general pu...

In a city with an iconic skyline, the Obama presidential museum aims to reshape Chicago architecture

Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Obama Presidential Center ahead of the official public opening in Chicago on Juneteenth

obama presidential center set to open with site-specific artworks and sculptures on campus

the artists include njideka akunyili crosby, maría magdalena campos-pons, jeffrey gibson, rashid johnson, hugo mccloud, martin puryear, lorna simpson, and norman teague. The post o...

Tickets for Obama Presidential Center museum open to public on May 6, officials announce

CHICAGO — With just over two months to go until the long-awaited Obama Presidential Center opens to the public, patrons will soon be able to secure their entry to the campus museum...

Barack Obama’s goal for his library: ‘I want them to put my presidency in context’

By Nomaan Merchant, CNN (CNN) — Weeks before he opens his presidential library in Chicago, Barack Obama is expressing his hopes for what the building will achieve for his legacy. “...

MAGA Big Mad Over Barack Obama’s Presidential Center Opening On Juneteenth

Former President Barack Obama announced that his Presidential Center in Chicago will be officially unveiled to the world on Juneteenth this year, and snowflake MAGA followers lost...

MAGA Big Mad Over Barack Obama’s Presidential Center Opening On Juneteenth

Former President Barack Obama announced that his Presidential Center in Chicago will be officially unveiled to the world on Juneteenth this year, and snowflake MAGA followers lost...

A Presidential Monument Comes to the South Side: Chicago’s Controversial ‘TOPA’ Response to Gentrification Concerns

Over the last several years, the Obama Presidential Center (OPC) has steadily risen from Jackson Park on the South Side of Chicago. The OPC, which includes nearly 20 acres as part...

Obama Presidential Center museum ticket sales begin May 6

Visitors will soon be able to book timed entry to explore exhibits highlighting Barack and Michelle Obama’s legacy. Tickets for

Report: Barack Obama Made Architect 'Uneasy' by Moving to Make Presidential Center as Big as Possible

Former President Barack Obama reportedly pushed to make his presidential center far beyond his original vision, which made one of its architects "uneasy." The post Report: Barack O...

For the Obama Center, Mark Bradford Paints a Fierce and Luminous Chicago

“City of the Big Shoulders” reflects the city’s strength and complexity. It took the artist five years to complete, mapping migration patterns and structural racism.

Mamdani and Obama make first joint appearance at Bronx child care center

Former President Barack Obama and Mayor Zohran Mamdani visit an early childhood education center in the Bronx on April 18, 2026. The two Democratic leaders discussed MamdaniвÐ...

The Force is strong at the Obama Presidential Center this Star Wars Day

The Obama Presidential Center marked Star Wars Day with a quick, playful video. Leaning into the internet's favorite unofficial holiday with a wink to the galaxy far, far away, the...

You Won’t Believe What They’re Selling at the Obama Presidential Center GIFT SHOP (VIDEO)

Obama's presidential center is about to open, and apparently it has a gift shop. The post You Won’t Believe What They’re Selling at the Obama Presidential Center GIFT SHOP (VIDEO)...

There's More Intriguing Merch for the Obama Presidential Center - Some With Eye-Popping Price Tags

Trump unveils vision for presidential library, complete with golden escalator

WASHINGTON — A skyscraper with a red, white and blue spire. A golden escalator. Airplanes, including what appears to be Air Force One, displayed in the lobby.

Obama Joins NYC Mayor Mamdani in Bronx Visit to Promote Childcare Expansion

A visit to a Bronx preschool on April 18, 2026 brought together Barack Obama and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, as the two spotlighted a growing push to expand childcare acces...

Former President Obama, Mayor Mamdani meet for first time, read to children at Bronx Pre-K center

Both Obama and Mamdani spoke after the mayor's historic election last year, but the event at 'Learning Through Play Pre-K Center' is the first time they have met face-to-face.

Nolte: $30 Admission for Obama’s Presidential Library, Locals Must Show ID for Discount

Nolte: Former President Barry Obama’s high opinion of himself extends to the $30 admission cost to visit his vast presidential library. The post Nolte: $30 Admission for Obama’s Pr...

Trump unveils plan for Miami tower hailed as testament to ‘greatest president our nation has ever known’

Bermello Ajamil & Partners-designed library to contain giant gold statue of US president and a recreation of Air Force One

CTA: “Yes we can… extend the #10 bus to the Obama Center!” Service upgrades, safety concerns dominated the agency’s Apri...

The post CTA: “Yes we can… extend the #10 bus to the Obama Center!” Service upgrades, safety concerns dominated the agency’s April board meeting appeared first on Streetsblog Chica...

Obama selling ugly merch shaped liked his presidential center — as architects reveal he pushed for ‘Death Star’ design

Ungainly lapel pins that “capture the silhouette” of the ungainly Obama Presidential Center are going for $30 in the online store.

The Rules for the New Obama Center Shine a Bright Light on Democrats' Hypocrisy

As a parody, it would be priceless. With its upcoming opening, the Obama Presidential Center Museum in Chicago is requiring photo identification of visitors who want to qualify for...

Mamdani to Meet With Obama at Bronx Child-Care Center

It will be the leaders’ first public appearance together since Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s meteoric rise. Former President Barack Obama called Mr. Mamdani in November shortly before his...