Breaking ground on the Obama Presidential Center
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After years of hard work, dedication, and endless support from our Chicago neighbors and caring people all around the world, we broke ground on the Obama Presidential Center. Check out highlights from the ceremony.
You can check out President Obama’s remarks here, and you can read Mrs. Obama’s remarks here.
Watch President and Mrs. Obama's surprise visit to Chicago Women In Trades!
As part of our groundbreaking festivities, President and Mrs. Obama surprised some of the hardworking women who are a part of the Obama Presidential Center Construction Workforce initiative.
Highlights from the Obama Presidential Center groundbreaking ceremony
Check out highlights from the special ceremony we held to mark the official groundbreaking for the Obama Presidential Center!
Obama Scholars meet President and Mrs. Obama in Chicago
As part of our groundbreaking festivities, the newest class of Obama Scholars at the University of Chicago joined President and Mrs. Obama for a conversation about leadership, self-care, and the Obama Presidential Center.
Bringing Hope Home: Obama Presidential Center Groundbreaking Ceremony
After years of hard work, dedication, and endless support from our Chicago neighbors and caring people all around the world, we are now breaking ground on the Obama Presidential Center.
President and Mrs. Obama announce groundbreaking for the Center!
After years of hard work, dedication, and endless support from our Chicago neighbors and caring people all around the world, we are ready to break ground on the Obama Presidential Center! Watch President and Mrs. Obama share the big news.
Reimagining the South Side: The Obama Presidential Center
The South Side of Chicago is the place where President Obama first began his career in public service, the place where First Lady Michelle Obama was born, and the place where they, together, raised their family. We’re excited to bring the Obama Presidenti
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