The official X feed of the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum. 'The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene.' DDE, June 1945
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đź“ś From the archives: The weight of history in one memo. June 5, 1944.
Take a look at the weather reports and discussions that led to the defining moment of the D-Day invasion. See the exact deliberations behind the famous command, "Okay, we’ll go." June 6, 1944.
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Free! D-Day Commemoration Concert with the Salina Symphony on Sat, June 6, 4-10 p.m., at the @IkeLibrary, Abilene. Plus, free museum admission 9-6. Bring a chair. eisenhowerlibrary.gov
#SymphonyAtSunset #DDay #America250
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Library of Congress seeks stories from Kansas veterans. Here’s how to share yours kansas.com/news/local/articl…
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The "vault" is open! Get here today!
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See this Instagram video by @bryantellsstories
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Ike returned to Abilene to announce his presidential candidacy on June 4, 1952 (74 years ago today!). While in his hometown, he participated in the cornerstone laying ceremony for the Eisenhower Museum.
#IkeLife #Abilene #OTD #OnThisDay
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Behind the scenes with the Salina Symphony! 🎻 Rehearsing patriotic classics for the final Symphony at Sunset—commemorating D-Day and kicking off America's 250th! Sat, June 6, Abilene, KS. 🇺🇸🎶
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The vault is open! 🏦 See rare @USNatArchives docs (Louisiana Purchase, Brown v. Board, etc.) at the @IkeLibrary in Abilene, KS. June 2–July 5. eisenhowerlibrary.gov #OpeningTheVault #America250 @visitabilene @EisenhowerFound
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The “Opening the Vault” exhibit features records that are rarely taken out of the National Archives, including the Louisiana Purchase and the original design for the nation’s seal… ksn.com/celebrate-250/louisi…
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The “Opening the Vault” exhibit features records that are rarely taken out of the National Archives, including the Louisiana Purchase and the original design for the nation’s seal… ksn.com/celebrate-250/louisi…
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Commemorate D-Day at the @IkeLibrary in Abilene on Sat, June 6. Enjoy live music (The Blades, @FightingFirst Band, Salina Symphony), food, & the new Opening the Vault exhibit. Free museum entry 9am-6pm. Events start at 4pm. EisenhowerLibrary.gov. #DDay #IkeLife
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Meet Yaniv Segal and the Salina Symphony for the FREE Symphony at Sunset D-Day Commemoration Concert on June 6 at the @IkeLibrary in Abilene. Mark the 82nd anniversary. Join us Saturday, 4-10 p.m. Bring a chair. Rain date: June 7. Yaniv shares insights. #DDay @EisenhowerFound
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This Memorial Day is also #MamieMonday. We invite you to watch archival footage of a 1943 Memorial Day ceremony including Mamie’s participation.
youtu.be/0Vb7Uw0Kebk
#IkeLife #MemorialDay #WeLoveMamie #MamieEisenhower #IkeLife #WWIIHistory #NationalArchives
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Go behind the scenes with the director of The Well-Lit Shadow. This is homegrown theatre at its finest.
Three performances only. May 22, 23, and 24.
Free admission.
Do not miss this one.
Get your ticket at eventbrite.com/e/the-well-li…
#IkeLife #TheWellLitShadow #America250
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This week, the doors of the Library auditorium open on something that has never been done here before.
"The Well-Lit Shadow" performed by @KState Theatre students bringing the #archives to life!
Get your ticket: eventbrite.com/e/the-well-li…
@visitabilene @EisenhowerFound #America250
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Active duty #MilitaryFamilies get #FreeAdmission (up to 5) all summer (Armed Forces Day thru Labor Day) at the @IkeLibrary in #Abilene. We are a proud #BlueStarMuseums member! #ArmedForcesDay @visitabilene @EisenhowerFound
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#MamieMonday #IkeLife
Mamie Eisenhower receives "Lilacs from Rochester" (New York) presented by Mrs. Harold C. Ostertag. The occasion was the 76th Congress Club Luncheon at the Sheraton Park Hotel, which was held in Mamie’s honor.
[EPL 72-290-1]
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The vault opens in 3 weeks! 🏦 See rare @USNatArchives docs (Louisiana Purchase, Brown v. Board, etc.) at the @IkeLibrary in Abilene, KS. June 2–July 5. eisenhowerlibrary.gov #OpeningTheVault #America250
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Ida Eisenhower raised six successful sons—including President Dwight "Ike" Eisenhower. When asked if she was proud of her famous son, she famously replied: "Which one do you mean?" Happy Mother's Day from the Eisenhower Library! 💖 #HappyMothersDay #IkeLife @USNatArchives
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Witness history firsthand at @IkeLibrary! 🏛️ Starting June 02, the Act of Military Surrender and other historic documents will be featured in our landmark exhibit, "Opening the Vault." 📜✨
Do not miss this unique opportunity to see history up close! 🇺🇸🤝
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Explore our vast holdings, including military service records, films, family histories/genealogies, finding aids, maps, photos, sound recordings, and teaching resources.
📸Act of Military Surrender, page 1, May 8, 1945. NAID: 6943512
ALT 📸Act of Military Surrender, page 1, May 8, 1945. NAID: 6943512
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History comes alive! ✨
"The Well-Lit Shadow" a #FREE original play inspired by @IkeLibrary archives by @KStateArtSci for #America250.
đźŽAbilene performances: May 22, 23, 24.
🎟️Reserve your seat now: Reserve a Seat
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#NationalNursesDay
President Eisenhower awards the Medal of Freedom to Mademoiselle de Galard-Terraube, French nurse, heroine of Dien Bien Phu. The ceremony took place on the White House steps.
[EPL 72-985. July 29, 1954]
#IkeLife #IkesWork
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