Past Events
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May 11 Friday
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
World War II at Sea: A Global History
Naval historian Craig Symonds discusses his new book, "World War II at Sea: A Global History."
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May 10 Thursday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Dr. Sandro Galea discusses and signs his new book "Healthier Fifty Thoughts on the Foundations of Population Health"
Dr. Sandro Galea discusses and signs his new book "Healthier Fifty Thoughts on the Foundations of Population Health" -
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Jesmyn Ward reading and book signing.
National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward discusses and signs her book "Sing, Unburied, Sing: A Novel". -
Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Leonard Bernstein and President John F. Kennedy
In honor of the Leonard Bernstein centennial, Harvard professor of music Thomas Forrest Kelly explores the impact of the relationship between Bernstein and the Kennedy Administration. -
Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Robert F. Kennedy: Ripples of Hope
Kerry Kennedy, Marian Wright Edelman, and LaDonna Harris discuss Kennedy's new book, Robert F. Kennedy: Ripples of Hope. -
Hyde Park, NY - 4:00pm to 9:30pm
Film Screening: THE MORE THE MERRIER (1943) and THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES (1946)
Double feature film screening of THE MORE THE MERRIER (1943) and THE BEST YEARS OF OUR LIVES (1946)
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May 9 Wednesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Khaled A. Beydoun reading and book signing.
Khaled A. Beydoun discusses and signs his new book American Islamophobia Understanding the Roots and Rise of Fear.
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May 8 Tuesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Joe Crespino reading and book signing.
Joe Crespino discusses and signs his new book "Atticus Finch: The Biography." -
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
An Evening with Former White House Photographer Pete Souza
Former White House photographer Pete Souza speaks about his new book "Obama: An Intimate Portrait." -
Independence, MO - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Harry Truman Birthday Cake
In honor of President Truman’s 134th birthday, birthday cake will be served to the public in the lobby of the Museum. -
New York, NY - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Finding Family Genealogy Series - Using New York Public Library Resources
The spring "Finding Family Genealogy Series" focuses on genealogy research tactics and resources with key New York institutions. -
Independence, MO - 8:30am to 10:00am
Presidential Wreath Laying
The public is welcome to view a national tradition, the President's ceremonial wreath laying honoring the birth of Harry S. Truman (May 8, 1884) at 9 am. No museum admission is charged for the wreath laying.
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May 7 Monday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Karsh is History Screening and tour
We will screen the documentary on Yousuf Karsh (Karsh is History) and then tour our exhibtion "Yousuf Karsh: American Portraits. -
Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Nine Irish Lives: The Thinkers, Fighters, & Artists Who Helped Build America
Screenwriter and author Mark Bailey and Pulitzer Prize-winning Washington Post journalists Mary Jordan and Kevin Sullivan discuss their new book.
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May 6 Sunday
Abilene, KS - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
World War II Film Series - From Here to Eternity
Pre-World War II film
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May 5 Saturday
Dallas, TX - 11:00am to 11:45am
Bluebonnet Tour
Scheduled Saturdays through June 2, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is again offering its tremendously popular, docent-guided Bluebonnet Tours. -
Independence, MO - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Inman Middle School Concert Band Performance
The Inman Middle School Concert Band will be traveling from Tennessee to perform a program of songs arranged chronologically to tell the story of Harry S. Truman's life. -
Dallas, TX - 10:00am to 10:45am
Bluebonnet Tour
Scheduled Saturdays through June 2, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is again offering its tremendously popular, docent-guided Bluebonnet Tours.
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May 4 Friday
Kansas City, MO - 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Remembering Vietnam - Vietgone at the Unicorn Theatre
The National Archives at Kansas City will co-host a Featured Friday at the Unicorn Theatre, 3828 Main Street, Kansas City, MO. Admission to the Featured Friday is free with a ticket purchase of Vietgone. -
Kansas City, MO - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
History Happy Hour: Downstairs at the White House with Don Stinson
History Happy Hour event featuring Don Stinson who will discuss his experiences in the Nixon White House. This program will take place at the Truman Library and Museum, 500 West US Hwy 24, Independence, MO. -
Independence, MO - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
History Happy Hour with Don Stinson “Downstairs at the White House”
At the age of 17, Don Stinson accidentally landed a job in the White House during Watergate, the largest political scandal in American history. -
Independence, MO - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
History Happy Hour with Don Stinson “Downstairs at the White House”
At the age of 17, Don Stinson accidentally landed a job in the White House during Watergate, the largest political scandal in American history. -
Independence, MO - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Inman Middle School Concert Band Performance
The Inman Middle School Concert Band will be traveling from Tennessee to perform a program of songs arranged chronologically to tell the story of Harry S. Truman’s life. -
Independence, MO - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Inman Middle School Concert Band Performance
The Inman Middle School Concert Band will be traveling from Tennessee to perform a program of songs arranged chronologically to tell the story of Harry S. Truman’s life. -
Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:30am
Nixon Legacy Forum—No Final Victories: Lessons from President Nixon’s Drug Abuse Initiatives
A panel of officials from the Nixon era discuss President Nixon's drug abuse initiatives.
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May 3 Thursday
Simi Valley, CA - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Drug Summit
Join us for an educational and provocative presentation and discussion about drugs, and how their abuse effects our lives and community. -
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Stuart Eizenstat lecture
Stuart Eizenstat discusses and signs his new book "President carter: The White House Years." -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
The Indian World of George Washington: The First President, the First Americans, and the Birth of a Nation
In this new biography, Colin G. Calloway discusses the relationship between George Washington and Native American leaders of the 18th century.
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May 2 Wednesday
Grand Rapids, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Ford After Five program
Join us for another journey into the wonderful world of jazz music! -
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Don Johnson reading and book signing
Don Johnson discusses and signs his book "The Wealth of A Nation." -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
The Eddie Cantor Story: A Jewish Life in Performance and Politics
Historian David Weinstein documents Eddie Cantor's significance as a performer, philanthropist, and activist.
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May 1 Tuesday
Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30am
A Conversation with Bob Schieffer and Jill Lepore
Former longtime CBS journalist Bob Schieffer discusses his new book, Overload: Finding the Truth in Today’s Deluge of News. -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Remembering Vietnam: The 50th Anniversary of the U.S. Marines’ Victory at the Battle of Dai Do
Brig. Gen. (Ret.) William “Wild Bill” Weise, commander of the U.S. Marines 2nd Battalion, will moderate a discussion about the Battle of Dai Do featuring veterans of the conflict.
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April 30 Monday
Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:30am
Nixon Legacy Forum—Bridging the Branches: How Nixon Worked With a Democratic Congress
A distinguished panel of Nixon administration alumni discuss how Nixon and his congressional relations staff governed in a combative atmosphere similar to today. -
Yorba Linda, CA - 10:00am to 11:00am
Bridging the Branches: How Nixon Worked with a Democratic Congress
Panel discussion with Nixon Administration alumni -
Yorba Linda, CA - 10:00am to 11:00am
Bridging the Branches: How Nixon Worked with a Democratic Congress
Panel discussion with Nixon Administration alumni
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April 29 Sunday
Simi Valley, CA - 4:00pm to 8:00pm
AM870 The Answer Presents: "Ask A Jew. Ask A Gentile"
An enlightening and entertaining dialogue with Jewish talk host Dennis Prager and Christian pastor/commentator Robert Jeffress. Judaism is the oldest living religion. -
Simi Valley, CA - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Book Signing with Dennis Prager
Please join us in the Reagan Library Museum Store for a book signing with radio host and bestselling author Dennis Prager for his brand new book, The Rational Bible: Exodus (Publish Date: April 2, 2018). -
Simi Valley, CA - 3:00pm to 7:00pm
AM870 The Answer Presents: "Ask a Jew. Ask a Gentile"
An enlightening and entertaining dialogue with Jewish talk host Dennis Prager and Christian pastor/commentator Robert Jeffress.
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April 28 Saturday
Washington, DC - 2:30pm to 4:00pm
We Can Do It! American Women in History
From Amelia Earhart and Laura Ingalls Wilder to Sacajawea and Susan B. Anthony, this play celebrates the courageous, confident women who have helped shape our country.
All events listed in the calendar are free unless noted.