IKEducation already serves thousands of students and teachers from across the United States, but programs are delivered in borrowed rooms scattered across the campus. To teach Eisenhower’s values in a way students will remember, we need a purpose-built space designed for collaboration, decision-making, and exploration.
Capital Campaign
Honoring the Past, Empowering the Future
The Eisenhower Foundation is stepping in the future with a new education center.
Today’s Students Need Ike’s Values More Than Ever.
In May 2026, we broke ground on a new 14,000-square-foot Education Center in Abilene, Kansas. It’s an immersive learning facility where young people will explore leadership, history, and civic responsibility through the example of Dwight D. Eisenhower. Watch the video to learn more about the center opening in summer 2027!
A Personal Message from Ike’s Granddaughter
“From a Kansas farm boy to Commander of Allied Forces, my grandfather’s story shows that leadership rooted in humility and service can change the world. The Eisenhower Education Center will bring that story to life—a place where students from across Kansas, the U.S., and the world will learn that the principles Ike lived by still matter today.” — Mary Jean Eisenhower
Legacy in Motion
Young people have few opportunities to learn leadership, responsibility, and civic understanding in meaningful, engaging ways.
Students will learn through immersive environments like the Oval Office Classroom, where they step into the role of decision-makers; the Command Center, modeled on real-world crisis rooms that build collaboration and problem-solving; and the Learning Lab, designed for hands-on STEAM exploration.
The Center will also provide technology-ready rooms, a consistent home for school groups, and the capacity to welcome far more students for deeper, more meaningful learning experiences. For many students, this may be their first—and only—time exploring a presidential site in a way they will remember for life.
Join the Supporters Bringing This Vision to Life
Eisenhower championed democratic ideals, civic duty, and public service, emphasizing the importance of ethical leadership and informed citizenship for all. Eisenhower led during pivotal moments in history, balancing global conflicts, domestic growth, and political transitions. His ability to navigate uncertainty provides timeless lessons for leaders today.
Donors will be recognized:
- In the permanent leather-bound book presented at the Grand Opening (donations of $34+)
- On the Education Center Donor Wall (donations of $25,000+)
Support Us Today
Your support enables exhibits, programs, and events for thousands of students and visitors each year.
Strengthening Education & Access
Educators
Expanded resources and modern facilities empower educators to deliver engaging, meaningful history experiences beyond the classroom.
Visitors
Improved exhibits and spaces create immersive experiences that deepen understanding of Eisenhower’s life, leadership, and legacy.
Students
Hands-on learning opportunities inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong connection to history and civic responsibility.
Donors
Your investment ensures lasting impact, preserving Eisenhower’s legacy while expanding access, education, and engagement for future generations.
Ways to Give
Mail a Gift
Eisenhower Foundation
PO Box 295
Abilene, KS 67410
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Call 785-280-9531 for simple transfer instructions.
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