Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Before the Freedom Riders: The Fight to Integrate Glen Echo Amusement Park

See exclusive, advance clips from Emmy award–winning filmmaker Ilana Trachtman’s documentary in progress, "Ain’t No Back to a Merry-Go-Round."

Kansas City, MO - 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Served Like a Girl Film Screening

Film screening of "Served Like a Girl" offered in partnership with Kansas City PBS at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO.

Ann Arbor, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Scott Kaufman book lecture

Join us as Scott Kaufman presents his compelling new presidential biography, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party, which captures, for the first time, the full scope of Gerald Ford’s long and remarkable political life.

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Thomas Ricks reading and book signing

Thomas Ricks discusses and signs his book Churchill and Orwell: The Fight for Freedom.

Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:00am

Story Time in the ReSource Room for Pre-Schoolers and Adults

Join us for story time designed for 3- to 5-year-olds and accompanying adults. The theme for May is Jackie Robinson and baseball at the National Archives.

Grand Rapids, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Lecture: Scott Kaufman ~ "Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford"

Join us as Scott Kaufman presents his compelling new presidential biography, "Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party," which captures, for all time, the full scope of Gerald Ford's long and remarkable political life.

Grand Rapids, MI - 3:00pm

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Grand Rapids, MI - 3:00pm

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Grand Rapids, MI - 1:00pm

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Grand Rapids, MI - 1:00pm

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Grand Rapids, MI - 11:00am

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Grand Rapids, MI - 11:00am

Ambition, Pragmatism and Party

GRAND RAPIDS AND ANN ARBOR-- Dr. Scott Kaufman, chair of the Department of History at Francis Marion University, spoke at both the Museum and the Library about his newest book, Ambition, Pragmatism, and Party: A Political Biography of Gerald R. Ford. Kaufman described Ford as a product of his pragmatic Midwestern roots, a man ambitious to succeed in politics, and loyal to his party but not a political ideologue. Kaufman is the author of numerous books on diplomatic, presidential, and military history.

Abilene, KS - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Talk About Kansas Literature (TALK) - Letters of a Woman Homesteader

Book discussion - Letters of a Woman Homesteader

Independence, MO - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

70th Anniversary of President Truman’s Decision to Recognize Israel with special guest Ben Stein

Ben Stein will headline a program to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Recognition of Israel.

Kansas City, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Soundtrack for a Revolution Film Screening and Discussion

Film screening and audience discussion of "Soundtrack for a Revolution" with the Greater KC Black History Study Group at the American Jazz Museum, 1616 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO.

Independence, MO - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

70th Anniversary of President Truman’s Decision to Recognize Israel with special guest Ben Stein

Ben Stein will headline a program to commemorate the 70th Anniversary of the Recognition of Israel.

Independence, MO - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Mother’s Day Tea with “First Ladies’ Man” Andrew Och

Mother’s Day Tea with the “First Ladies Man” Andrew Och

Simi Valley, CA - 10:00am to 1:30pm

Mother's Day Brunch

Celebrate the mother in your life at our 12th annual Mother’s Day Brunch at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library! You are sure to make her day by spoiling her with a champagne brunch in our grand setting.

Yorba Linda, CA - 9:30am to 12:00pm

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Nixon Library

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Nixon Library

Yorba Linda, CA - 9:30am to 12:00pm

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Nixon Library

Mother’s Day Brunch at the Nixon Library

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.

Abilene, KS - 11:00am to 1:00pm

Mother's Day Tea with First Ladies Man Andrew Och

Annual Mother's Day Tea and lecture

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.

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."

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)

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.

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.

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.

Abilene, KS - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

World War II Film Series - From Here to Eternity

Pre-World War II film

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.