The Obama Presidential Center is a new national landmark on Chicago’s South Side—bringing together community, leadership, and the power to create change.

“ I’m asking you to believe. Not in my ability to bring about change — but in yours.”

–President Obama

A New Kind of Presidential Center

Spanning Chicago’s historic Jackson Park, the Obama Presidential Center is more than a museum—it’s a place to gather, learn, and take action.

Built on the belief that ordinary people can create extraordinary change, the Center brings together culture, community, and civic engagement in one shared space.

  • Museum

    A world-class Museum exploring President Obama’s presidency and the power of civic participation

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  • Open Spaces

    Public spaces designed for connection, reflection, and community

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  • Arts & Culture

    Arts, culture, and storytelling that reflect the voices of everyday people

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  • Programs & Events

    Programs that inspire leadership, participation, and action

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July 20

WNBA All-Star Week

Mon, Jul 20 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Home Court

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WNBA All-Star Week

Tue, Jul 21 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Home Court

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An illustration in a bold-line, distorted-proportion style featuring a massive hand and arm covered in a textured collage of colorful torn paper, a hallmark of artist Mark Bradford's work. The hand holds a large, similarly textured map of the United States. In the background, the modern architectural buildings of the Obama Presidential Center campus are depicted under a pale yellow sky, with a small sign that reads "Layers of America: Mark Bradford." A tiny figure in the bottom corner looks up at the scene, emphasizing the exaggerated scale of the hand.

Mark Bradford: Layers of America

Tue, Jul 21 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Forum Building

$25

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Hamilton The Movie

Tue, Jul 21 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Great Lawn

Free

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Obama Foundation Leaders USA program participants, all have a range of ages, backgrounds, and light to dark skin tones, put their hands together for a cheer in front of the Obama Presidential Center campus during a South Side tour of Chicago on April 5, 2025.

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Make your recurring commitment to The Obama Foundation and fuel the next generation of leaders, strengthen community-driven solutions, and build a more inclusive future. As a Founding Member, you’ll enjoy early access to purchase museum tickets, exclusive virtual events, curated content, Shop discounts, and more. Join a community shaping what comes next—and be the first to experience. Explore Membership today.

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Plan Your Visit

  • Getting to the Campus

    Map out your route to our campus before you visit.

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  • Museum

    Explore the remarkable story of President Obama and Michelle Obama and those who inspired their journey.

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  • Accessibility

    Check out all of the accessibility options across our campus.

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  • Sky Room

    Head to the top of the Museum and take in stunning views of the West and South Sides of Chicago. 

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  • The Shop

    Shop with purpose at the Obama Presidential Center store, where every purchase of curated merchandise and local artisan goods helps to inspire, empower, and connect people to change their world.

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  • Programs and Events

    Take a look at the performances, activities, and classes happening across the campus.

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