Spring 2011 Newsletter
January 29 - September 5, 2011
8 Wonders of Kansas - Library Lobby (free admission)
This exhibit will showcase the top 8 Wonders of Kansas, as voted upon by over 100,000 from across the nation, in nine different categories. The categories are the overall 8 Wonders plus the rural culture element categories of Architecture, Art, Commerce, Cuisine, Customs, Geography, History, and People. read more / video tour
See the exhibit schedule for more upcoming exhibits...
"Winston Churchill and America: Personal Contacts in War and Peace"
May 10, 7 p.m., Visitors Center Auditorium
A program that includes Winston Churchill's relationship with Dwight Eisenhower will be held in the Visitors Center Auditorium at 7 p.m. on May 10. "Winston Churchill and America: Personal Contacts in War and Peace," will be presented by Dr. Roland Quinault. This program is free and open to the public. read more . . .
Cold War program: Interrupted Lives; Catholic Sisters Under European Communism
May 19, 7 p.m., Visitors Center Auditorium
Documentary and remarks by Sister Margaret Nacke and Sister Mary Savoie, Sisters of St. Joseph, www.interruptedlives.org
Personal Papers of Richard Bissell Open for Research
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum announces the opening of the Richard M. Bissell Papers. read more . . .
Eisenhower Quilts of Valor Challenge 2011
Throughout his military career, Dwight D. Eisenhower made the welfare of military under his command one of his main concerns. The Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum is carrying on this tradition by sponsoring the Quilts of Valor Challenge. read more . . .
View a selection of photographs from Eisenhower Quilts of Valor Challenge 2010. view now . . . |
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New Records on Famous Farewell Address
Recently discovered memos, letters, and drafts documenting the intellectual evolution and writing of the most famous farewell address in modern American history are now open to researchers. Press Release • Online Documents
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Hank Royer accepts plaque on behalf of the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.
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Abilene's 5-Star Museum District Created
The primary attractions grouped together on the south end of Abilene have joined together in creating Abilene's 5-Star Museum District. read more . . .
Boy Scouts and Eisenhower Presidential Library
Announce Joint Leadership Programs
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum have developed new joint programs to teach the value of civic knowledge and engagement, and to encourage Scouts to be actively involved in the democratic process. Participating Scouts will earn the new "Eisenhower Patch." The partnership builds on General of the Army and President Dwight D. Eisenhower's commitment to civic education. read more . . .
Eisenhower Presidential Library Offers STEM
Summer Institute for Educators
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum will hold one of five workshops for educators offered across the nation by the National Archives and Records Administration in the summer of 2011. Primarily Teaching: Original Documents and Classroom Strategies will take place in Abilene, Kan., from July 18 -22. read more . . .
Five Star Leaders
Five Star Leaders is an experiential-learning leadership program which challenges students in grades 8-12, college students, and adults to work together to solve a problem, confront a crisis, or accomplish a mission. Armed with original documents and knowledge of history and leadership, students take on the same challenges as those experienced by historical figures.
