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CELEBRATING THE IMPACT OF MICHELLE OBAMA ON HER 60TH BIRTHDAY
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January 17, 2024
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January 17 is Michelle Obama’s birthday! From her work at the White House around
health, education, and supporting military families to her continued initiatives
supporting women and girls across the globe, Michelle Obama is an example of one
person’s ability to inspire millions to create meaningful changes in their
community.
When we open the Obama Presidential Center next year, it will feature
exhibitions, artifacts, and spaces that reflect Mrs. Obama’s legacy. In honor of
her birthday, we're giving you a sneak peek into a few elements of the
Presidential Center shaped by the First Lady. Take a look and get a glimpse of
what’s to come.
BRINGING CHANGE HOME
> “No matter what I’ve accomplished or who I’ve met, one of my greatest honors
> is being a proud Chicagoan – a daughter of the South Side.”
- Michelle Obama
The Obama Presidential Center, a vibrant 19 acre campus, will live in the heart
of Chicago’s South Side. The Center’s location in Jackson Park reflects Mrs.
Obama’s commitment to the neighborhood she calls home, and to the entire city of
Chicago Opens in a new tab. Built in connection with dozens of city agencies,
local groups, and community insights, the Presidential Center will serve as an
opportunity for economic growth, education, and innovation for the residents of
the South Side and as a beacon of democratic values around the world.
Key spaces in the Presidential Center campus will feature artists, community
members, and local leaders whose stories symbolize Chicago’s endurance and
strength. Woodlawn native and renowned sculptor Richard Hunt was commissioned to
create ‘Book Bird’, a stunning sculpture that he completed before his recent
passing, that will stand outside of the Presidential Center’s branch of the
Chicago Public Library. The Presidential Center Forum will also house the Hadiya
Pendleton Winter Garden, a safe space for community members, named in honor of
the young Chicago teen who lost her life to gun violence in 2013.
TELLING MICHELLE OBAMA’S STORY
Sometimes the journey is just as important as the destination. At the Obama
Presidential Center Museum, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the
lives of both Barack and Michelle Obama from their humble beginnings to their
time at the White House.
When the Museum opens, guests will have the opportunity to learn more about Mrs.
Obama's story, exploring her early years in Chicago, her impact as First Lady,
and her White House initiatives Let Girls Learn, Let's Move!, Reach Higher, and
Joining Forces.
PLANTING THE SEEDS OF PROGRESS
A rendering of the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit & Vegetable Garden, which will be
located on the roof of the Library.
One of the hallmarks of Mrs. Obama’s legacy is her commitment to the health and
wellness of our young people, including the planting of the White House Kitchen
Garden. We will honor and expand that commitment at the Obama Presidential
Center with the creation of the Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit & Vegetable Garden.
The Fruit & Vegetable Garden will carry on the legacy of two extraordinary first
ladies, featuring a garden accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities,
and a Garden Classroom & Teaching Kitchen for hands-on learning and workshops.
This unique space will serve as a warm and welcoming environment to support
programs around local sustainability, economic growth, and physical health.
WELLNESS IN OUR COMMUNITIES
While serving in the White House, Mrs. Obama launched her first initiative,
Let’s Move!, a public campaign that addressed childhood obesity with purposeful
action and education for kids and teens. In keeping with this commitment, the
Presidential Center campus will include a one-of-a-kind Programs & Athletics
Center that will feature a state of the art gymnasium, community programming,
and a NBA-regulation basketball court.
“OPENING THE WHITE HOUSE”
Throughout the years, Mrs. Obama has cited many women as sources of inspiration
for her work and success, but none stand as large as her mother, Marian
Robinson.
In a very special tribute to Mrs. Robinson Opens in a new tab, a permanent
exhibit at the Obama Presidential Center Museum will be named after the First
Lady’s mother. The exhibit “Opening the White House” will feature miniature
models of some of the most seminal spaces in the White House, including the East
Room, the State Dining Room, and the South Lawn. Visitors will be able to relive
[see] some of the memorable moments in the White House created by Mrs. Obama,
including State Dinners, unique musical performances, and special holiday
celebrations.
> “It’ll [the exhibit] be infused with so many of the values that my mother
> instilled in me: community, family, bringing people in—making them feel at
> home.”
- Michelle Obama
A CULTURAL STANDARD-BEARER
An important hallmark of the Obamas’ time in the White House was connecting with
Americans through popular culture. While serving as First Lady, Mrs. Obama made
a conscious effort to engage with the public through television, music, fashion,
and literature. As a first First Lady in the digital age, Mrs. Obama pioneered
new ways to communicate and promote her initiatives.
When the Presidential Center opens, visitors will have the opportunity to
explore artifacts and details on Mrs. Obama’s impact on popular culture
including some of her iconic outfits, her most creative viral moments, and her
work with notable entertainment figures to support initiatives like Let Girls
Learn and Let’s Move!
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* For Mother's Day, Michelle Obama announces a special honor for her mom Marian
Robinson
Learn more about Michelle Obama's mother, Marian Robinson, and how she will
be honored at the Obama Presidential Center.
* The Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit & Vegetable Garden honors a truly groundbreaking
First Lady
From our earliest days of planning, we always knew we wanted to have a Fruit
& Vegetable Garden at the future Obama Presidential Center
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