Past Events
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November 3 Sunday
Grand Rapids, MI - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Exhibit Closes: 3D Expressions: SAQA's Global Exhibition
Explore a new dimension in contemporary fiber art.
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November 1 Friday
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Dreams of El Dorado: A History of the American West
H.W. Brands chronicles the development of the western states of the United States form its early settlers forward to the modern day.
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October 30 Wednesday
Yorba Linda, CA - 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Meet Bret Baier at the Nixon Library
Author and anchor of Fox News Channel’s Special Report returns to the Nixon Library for a lecture and book signing for his next bestseller Three Days at the Brink: FDR's Daring Gamble to Win World War II. -
Washington, DC - 7:15pm to 8:45pm
Women in Leadership: The Impact of Women on the U.S. Congress
Members of Congress discuss how record numbers of women have impacted legislation and how Congress works. -
Kansas City, MO - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Dr. Brent Geary to discuss Very Secret, Very Cool, but Not Aliens: The U-2, the A-12 and Area 51
Afternoon lecture at Park University, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO.
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October 29 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Undaunted: Surviving Jonestown, Summoning Courage, and Fighting Back
Congresswoman Jackie Speier tells the story of how she survived the 1978 Jonestown massacre and its aftermath.
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October 28 Monday
Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
First: Sandra Day O’Connor
Award-winning author Evan Thomas and his wife Oscie Thomas, an attorney and frequent collaborator on his books, discuss his new book First: Sandra Day O’Connor. Barbara Perry moderates.
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October 27 Sunday
Yorba Linda, CA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Meet Newt Gingrich at the Nixon Library
The former House Speaker and New York Times-bestselling author returns to the Nixon Library to discuss the Sino-American relationship in his timely new book Trump vs. China: Facing America’s Greatest Threat. -
West Branch, IA - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Collaborating Collectors: Herbert & Lou Hoover - Exhibit Closes
A temporary exhibit featuring rarely displayed, unique, personal items from our collections - and the stories behind the artifacts. Exhibit closes today.
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October 26 Saturday
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Summoned: Frances Perkins and the General Welfare
The Washington, DC, premiere, of a new film about the first woman to serve in a Presidential cabinet. -
Boston, MA - 10:30am to 11:30am
Celebrate! with Triveni Dance Ensemble — Faces of the Divine
Learn about many fascinating Hindu deities in a stunning performance with beautiful costumes and traditional dance styles.
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October 25 Friday
West Branch, IA - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Grave Site Ceremony
Keynote speaker, Allan Hoover, III
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October 24 Thursday
Independence, MO - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Presidents on the Big Screen: Dr. Strangelove
Revisit an American political classic with this special screening of Dr. Strangelove, the next film in the Presidents on the Big Screen series. -
Ann Arbor, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
The 2019 Canadian Election: Issues and Impact for Michigan
Join us for a moderated discussion on the issues and results of the 2019 Canadian election, and its impact on US-Canadian relations and Michigan. -
West Branch, IA - 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Final Secrets of the Zimmermann Telegram
A presentation by former Hoover Museum archivist, Dale Mayer. -
Ann Arbor, MI - 3:00pm
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf -
Ann Arbor, MI - 3:00pm
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf -
Ann Arbor, MI - 1:00pm
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf -
Ann Arbor, MI - 1:00pm
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf -
Ann Arbor, MI - 11:00am
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf -
Ann Arbor, MI - 11:00am
The 2019 Canadian Election
On October 24 the Ford Presidential Library and Foundation joined with the Consulate General of Canada in Detroit to host "The 2019 Canadian Election," a panel discussion. Focusing on US-Canadian relations and Michigan, the panel included: Moderator Barry Rabe, UM Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Stephen Brooks, University of Windsor, and Maryscott Greenwood, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian American Business Council. Opening remarks by Canadian Consul General Joe Comartin. https://www.fordlibrarymuseum.gov/library/thecanadianelection.pdf
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October 23 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
The Credibility of the Fourth Estate, Past and Present
A panel of lawmakers and journalists examines the role of the traditional media in the 21st century. -
Online - 10:00am to 4:00pm
National Archives Virtual Genealogy Fair
Participate in our biggest genealogy event of the year! Tune in to our free, live, virtual Genealogy Fair via webcast.
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October 22 Tuesday
Kansas City, MO - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
An Evening with Susan Rice
Susan Rice, former National Security Advisor and U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, will be In Conversation with Vivien Jennings about her recent book, Tough Love: My Story of the Things Worth Fighting For. -
Kansas City, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Author Lecture - The Backwash of War: Ellen N. La Motte and Her Explosive Lost Classic with Cynthia Wachtell
Evening lecture with Cynthia Wachtell at the National World War I Museum and Memorial.
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October 21 Monday
Yorba Linda, CA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Judge Jeanine Pirro at the Nixon Library
#1 New York Times Bestselling Author and Host of Justice w/ Judge Jeanine on Fox News Channel. -
Independence, MO - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Mondays with McCullough Book Club
Join the Mondays with McCullough book club to study the Pulitzer-prize winning biography “Truman” by David McCullough, one chapter at a time. -
Hyde Park, NY - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Author Talk and Signing: THREE DAYS AT THE BRINK: FDR'S DARING GAMBLE TO WIN WORLD WAR II with Bret Baier
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum will present an author talk and book signing with Bret Baier author of THREE DAYS AT THE BRINK: FDR'S DARING GAMBLE TO WIN WORLD WAR II.
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October 19 Saturday
Grand Rapids, MI - 1:00pm to 4:00pm
"Fabric Mosaic"
Quilting class with ArtPrize winner (2013 and 2015) Ann Loveless -
College Station, TX - 10:00am to 2:00pm
Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday Bash
Texas A&M Forest Service invites you to celebrate Smokey Bear's 75th Birthday Bash on the Bush Library and Museum grounds.
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October 17 Thursday
Kansas City Area - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America's Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe
In partnership with the Midwest Center for Holocaust Education, the Truman Library is pleased to present Rebecca Erbelding, author of Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America’s Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe. -
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Women Suffragists and the Men Who Supported Them: The Suffragents and Their Role in the Struggle for the Vote
A panel discussion examines the role men played in the fight for the 19th Amendment.
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October 15 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Thomas Paine and the Clarion Call for American Independence
A biography of the man who used his pen to bring on the revolution.
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October 14 Monday
Kansas City, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Film Screening: Sammy Davis, Jr.: I've Gotta Be Me
Evening film screening at the GEM Theater, 1615 East 18th Street, Kansas City, MO. -
Boston, MA - 10:30am to 11:30am
Celebrate! with Behind the Mask — The Woman Who Outshone the Sun
A poem inspired by a Zapotec folktale comes to life. When a mysterious woman is exiled from a mountain village, she takes the river with her and the villagers learn about tolerance and their impact on the world.
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October 12 Saturday
Abilene, KS - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Museum Rededication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The all-new exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum are now open! Join us for the Rededication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on October 12, 2019. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Second Saturday Autumn Architecture Walking Tour
The Second Saturday Autumn Architecture Walking Tour in October will focus on Historic Churches.
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October 10 Thursday
Kansas City, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Truman Medal for Economic Policy
Join us for the 2019 Truman Medal for Economic Policy Award Ceremony, honoring former Chair of the Federal Reserve Board Janet Yellen. -
West Branch, IA - 5:30pm to 7:00pm
First Ladies and Film
Presentation by Hoover archivist, Lynn Smith. -
Yorba Linda, CA - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie
VA Secretary Robert Wilkie will deliver a special address on the Administration’s far-reaching, high-priority impact on the Veterans Affairs Administration and advocacy for veterans.
All events listed in the calendar are free unless noted.