2026 Series
Monthly Lunch & Learn
The 2026 programming season honors America's 250th anniversary. Join us throughout the year as we examine President Eisenhower's top accomplishments and reflect on the continuing pursuit of a more perfect Union.
All programs are free and open to the public, made possible through the generous support of The Eisenhower Foundation.
Upcoming Sessions
Eisenhower and the National Highway Act
Dr. Michael Birkner
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Date
June 25
President Eisenhower, Japan, and the Enduring Alliance
Dr. Robert D. Eldridge
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Date
July 23
Ike and the Little Rock Nine
Brian Schwieger
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Date
August 27
Fighting for Responsible Fiscal and Financial Policies
Dr. Joseph Thorndike
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Date
September 24
Gateway to the Heartland: Eisenhower and the Seaway
Amy Stark
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Date
October 22
Past Sessions
How Sputnik Jumpstarted Gifted Education and Talent Development
Dr. Jennifer Jolly
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Date
May 28
Ike and Oveta
Dr. Don Carleton, Dolph Briscoe Center for American History
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Date
April 23
Alaska, Hawaii, and the Politics of Statehood
Dr. C. Lawrence Evans, Professor of Government, William and Mary College
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Date
March 26
Shaping U.S. Health Policy during the Eisenhower Administration
Professor Sara Rosenbaum, J.D.
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Date
February 26
Ike’s Essential Leadership Qualities
Daniel Vermilya, NPS Park Ranger
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Date
January 22
About
The Eisenhower Presidential Library
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum is one of 16 Presidential Libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA).
Presidential Libraries play a vital role in preserving historical materials, supporting research, and deepening public understanding of the presidency and the American experience. Through public programs and interactive exhibits, the Library aims to educate, inspire, and connect visitors with the lasting impact of Ike’s leadership.
