"When this library is filled with documents, and scholars come here to probe into some of the facts of the past half century, I hope that they, as we today, are concerned primarily with the ideals, principles, and trends that provide guides to a free, rich, peaceful future in which all peoples can achieve ever-rising levels of human well-being."
Speech at the Ground Breaking Ceremonies for the Library, October 13, 1959
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World War II Remembered
2013 - 2016
Exhibits/Programs • Promotional Videos
George Washington's Acts of Congress
April 23, 2013 - May 3, 2013 (exhibit dates are subject to change)
Acts of Congress
Eisenhower Garden
October 1, 2012 - March 31, 2013
Civil War: Lincoln, Lee and More!
Now - April 14, 2013
War and Peace: The Art of Shin-hee Chin
August 4, 2012 - March 31, 2013
Video Tour
Eisenhower Library Exhibit Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Now - September 8, 2013
Video Tour
See the Exhibits Schedule for details
Royer Film Festival
March 7, 14, 21
The 2013 Paul H. Royer Film Series begins March 7 and continues March 14 and 21 at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum Visitors Center Auditorium. Each film starts at 7 p.m. and includes free soda and popcorn. All films are free and open to the public. read more
Ike Hike & Camporee
April 19-21
The Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum and the Coronado Area Council will host the second Annual Boy Scout “Ike Hike & Camporee,” April 19 – 21. The event kicks off with an overnight stay at Brown Memorial Camp. April 20, Boy Scouts will hike to the presidential library to make camp and participate in an activity-filled afternoon. Evening events include a tribute to President Eisenhower, and featured speaker Larry Bjornson, author of Wide Open, the well received historical novel recounting Abilene’s raucous cowtown days.
Boy Scout troops interested in attending should contact Kaylee Jorgenson, Coronado Area Council, by email at Kaylee.jorgenson2@scouting.org or via phone at 785-827-4461.
Wide Open Author Presents Writers' Workshop April 19 On April 19, author Larry Bjornson will present a morning writers' workshop at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. The workshop will take place in the classroom, located in the museum building, from 10:00 – noon. Registration cost is $30 and the deadline for enrollment is April 12. read more |
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Eisenhower Easter Egg Roll
March 30
An event of Presidential proportions, the first ever Eisenhower Easter Egg Roll will be held Saturday, March 30, from 1 to 4 p.m. on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum and Boyhood Home. This event is free and open to the public and will feature games, crafts, face painting, an Easter egg hunt and more. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 1 p.m. so don't be late! Admission to the Museum and Boyhood Home will be free all day. read more
See the calendar of events for upcoming events
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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.
Boy Scouts of America
BSA Programs at the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum teach the value of civic knowledge and engagement and encourage Scouts to be actively involved in the democratic process. Participating Scouts will earn the new Eisenhower Patch. The partnership between the Boy Scouts of America and the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum builds on Dwight D. Eisenhower's commitment to civic education.