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It was so much fun watching Spain and Argentina face off in the World Cup today! Earlier this week at Home Court at the Obama Presidential Center, high school soccer players and @AftrSchoolMttrs participants got into the World Cup spirit as they joined the @ChicagoStarsFC for a soccer clinic and leadership discussion before watching England fall to Argentina in a nail-biter. We believe sports can help connect us all, and are a powerful force for leadership and growth, whoever you’re cheering for.

A month ago, we opened the Obama Presidential Center and it’s been great seeing folks from all over Chicago and the world make this campus their own.

The second conversation at the @TheSilverRoom Symposium explored how artists preserve democracy by protecting culture, expanding representation, and creating spaces where communities can see themselves reflected.

Today on #MandelaDay, we honor the legacy of Nelson Mandela by remembering that real change begins with each of us. His life reminds us that courage, compassion, and service have the power to transform communities and inspire generations and nations.

Yesterday, we welcomed cultural leaders, artists, historians, and neighbors to the Obama Presidential Center for @TheSilverRoom Symposium, an afternoon of reflection, connection, and conversation about the role archives, art, and changemaking play in preserving democracy.

Today, we reflect on the legacy of Congressman @repjohnlewis. His tireless leadership moved America closer to our founding ideals.

When her best friend was killed years ago, Chicagoan Christine Goggins dedicated her life to victims of violence, and now the 2022 Obama Scholar is working to open a nonprofit medical respite care destination on Chicago’s South Side.

Chicago at the epicenter of the world? We're ready! Obama Administration alum and Chicago native Vincent Casillas talks about how he can’t wait for the community to make the Obama Presidential Center their own.

Recently, @MichelleObama reflected on these singular White House moments, and shared how the miniatures make her feel today.

Congratulations to Obama Foundation staffer Vanessa Beene on her beautiful engagement at Jackson Park! We love your celebration photos at the Obama Presidential Center.

We are thrilled to partner with @chicagosky to extend the impact of @WNBA All-Star Weekend far beyond the court. We love our sports in Chicago and are proud to welcome influential voices from sports, business, media, technology and community at the Obama Presidential Center. There will be so many exciting things happening across Chicago, from a women’s small business pitch competition at the Metropolitan Club to multiple Line 'Em Up court improvements, expanding access by bringing official WNBA three-point lines to neighborhood courts throughout the city. At the Obama Presidential Center, we are excited to do our part by hosting the inaugural Women's Sports Media & Innovation Summit—"From Participation to Power”—convening leaders across sports, media, technology, healthcare, entertainment and business on July 23. And we will host the partners, civic leaders and organizations working to make Chicago’s All-Star Weekend possible, offering this cohort of changemakers an opportunity to experience one of the city's newest cultural landmarks on July 21.

We find common ground by opening our hearts, and our minds... Something to consider as you head into the weekend.

Come dance! Join us for live sets by DJ Lady D and Jesse De La Peña to celebrate Chicago House Music from 2-4 p.m. on the John Lewis Plaza. Get in the groove with us today, and head to Chosen Few Picnic, right here in Jackson Park, tomorrow!

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Before the Silver Room Block Party, pause to reflect and connect. Join us July 17 at the Obama Presidential Center for a symposium celebrating history, art, and community.

This eight week series will honor the inclusive spirit of America and welcome neighbors across Chicago and the world to the Center’s campus. Join us! go.obama.org/you-are-america

To mark the 250th anniversary of America’s declaration of independence, the Obama Presidential Center will host “You Are America.”

"Pursue success. Do not falter. When you make it, pull somebody else up. Preserve our dream. Remember your life is richer when people around you have a shot at opportunity as well." — President Obama

We are so grateful for the outpouring of interest and excitement in visiting the Museum at the Obama Presidential Center! We update Museum ticket availability on the second Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. CT. Head to obama.org to sign up for notifications, or become a Founding Member for early ticket access. See you soon!