George H.W. Bush Library & Museum

This is one of my favorite anecdotes from this job. 36 years ago, President George HW Bush received the President of Bolivia, Jaime Paz (accompanied by his young sons) at the White House, and Paz gave Bush a golden family cross. Bush wrote Paz a characteristically gracious thank-you note and said that he would give instructions to return the family heirloom when one of the Paz boys became President. As fate would have it, one of them, Rodrigo Paz, was elected President of Bolivia last year. The Bush Library promptly contacted us, and yesterday in Doral @SecRubio returned the cross to the new President Paz with a copy of the note. And the best part? President Rodrigo Paz was able to share this story with his now 86-year-old father. Kudos to all, especially the @Bush41Library. Promises made, promises kept! 🇺🇸🤝🇧🇴

Happy St. Patricks Day! 🍀 President Bush is presented a bowl of shamrocks in honor of St. Patrick's Day by David Andrews, Irish Minister of Foreign Affairs. March 17, 1992 Photo ID: P30108-13 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

President and Mrs. Bush, along with British Prime Minister Thatcher, watch a roping demonstration at the Economic Summit Barbecue and Rodeo in Houston, Texas. July 8, 1990 Photo ID: P14252-06 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

George and Barbara Bush with their children, George and Robin, have their photographs taken by Vogue Pictures at the rodeo grounds in Midland, Texas. October 1950 Photo ID: HS1173 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

A few photos from last week's meticulous installation of the newest exhibit, "Opening the Vault". Visit to see seventeen landmark documents rarely seen outside of Washington D.C. Open now through April 12, 2026. #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Happy Spring Break, Ags! Enjoy the break in style like President Bush. ☀️ President Bush soaks up some sunshine in a hammock at Walker's Point, Kennebunkport, ME. August 25, 1991 Photo ID: P24452-22 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

NOW OPEN! "Opening the Vault at the Presidential Libraries" features original documents straight from the vaults of the National Archives & Records Administration rarely seen outside of Washington, D.C.  On exhibit March 9 - April 12, 2026! #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Coming Monday for a limited time, "Opening the Vault"! See seventeen documents from the National Archives & Records Administration that are rarely seen outside of Washington, D.C. On exhibit in the Ansary Gallery of American History from March 9 - April 12. #bush41 #bush41library

Vice President and Mrs. Bush attend the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. March 1, 1985 Photo ID: G08618-13 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

President Bush is ready for rodeo season. President Bush greets Tony Lama who presents him wtih a pair of black boots with the Presidential Seal on them. February 1, 1990 Photo ID: P09917-13A #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

The Bushes always look picture-perfect for every occasion!  George H. Bush, Ambassador to the United Nations, and Mrs. Barbara Bush. 1971-1973 Photo ID: HS514 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Family bonding time! President Bush with sons, Neil and George W., and Marvin's wife, Margaret, on Fidelity, at Walker's Point, Kennebunkport, ME. August 18, 1989 Photo ID: P05742-20A #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Congratulations to all of our Team USA athletes who competed in the 2026 Winter Olympics! ❤️🤍💙 President and Mrs. Bush attend the first annual Olympic Dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C. October 1, 1991 Photo ID: P25370-07 #bush41 #bush41library

Who wouldn't love a custom rug designed from their very own portrait? President Bush looks at a rug of his woven image as Gary Walters holds it up.   May 15, 1990 Photo ID: P12846-06A #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Happy Presidents' Day! #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Happy Valentine's Day!💘 XOXO,  The Bush Library #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

All enjoyed and appreciated the special Valentine's performance by the Brazos Valley Acapella quartet at the George Bush Library & Museum on Friday!  #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Happy Birthday Jeb Bush! President Bush plays doubles tennis with his son Jeb, Walker's Point, Kennebunkport, ME. August 27, 1991 Photo ID: P24491-28 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

President Bush watches an aircraft launch and recovery demonstration aboard the USS Forrestal off the coast of Malta. December 1, 1989 Photo ID: P08454-10 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum

Love is in the air this month.❤️  President and Mrs. Bush hold hands as they take a walk down their driveway at Walker's Point, Kennebunkport, ME. August 22, 1990 Photo ID: P15233-19 #bush41 #bush41library #bush41museum