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All events are free with Museum admission, unless otherwise noted. SECOND SATURDAYS - TALKIN' TRUMAN: Young Bess in HatsTruman Library
February 11, 2012
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Join us for an intimate portrait of a famously reticent public figure. Special assistant to the director Ray Geselbracht and archivist Tammy Kelly of the Truman Library will demonstrate that while Mrs. Truman eschewed the spotlight, her personality shone through her fashions and accessories. From photographs to artifacts, Mrs. Truman's collection reveals a lively and spirited girl who would one day become First Lady.
This presentation is one in the series of "Talkin' Truman" programs, offered each Second Saturday at 11 a.m. The program is included with Museum admission; seating is first come, first served.
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 Bess's Birthday CelebrationTruman Library
February 13, 2012
2:00 pm-3:00 pm
The Truman Library, joined by the Independence Pioneers Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, is pleased to welcome Mary Jean Eisenhower, President and CEO of People to People International (PTPI), as a special guest to celebrate the 127th birthday of Former First Lady Bess Wallace Truman.
Mary Jean Eisenhower was born in Washington, D.C. during her grandfather, Dwight Eisenhower's, first term as U.S. President. Her PTPI experiences have included everything from meeting first families to diverse cultural, educational, and humanitarian exchanges at home and abroad. In 1999, she established PTPI's International Friendship Fund, inspired by a visit to an orphanage in Morocco. The fund is a way to assist PTPI in global humanitarian efforts. Mary received an Honorary Doctorate in Letter of Humane from Schiller International University. She also was awarded the Knight of Peace Award from the International University in Assisi, Italy.
Following the 2pm program, the Independence Pioneers Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host its annual Bess Truman Birthday Tea for all guests. The presentation and tea are included with Museum admission; seating is first come, first served.
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A Conflicted Legacy: Presidents and Congress from Truman to ObamaKansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch (Truman Forum)
February 20, 2012
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Donald A. Ritchie, Historian of the US Senate and author and editor of books about Congress and about the Washington press corps, will discuss the relations of presidents with Congress under the contentious American constitutional system which shares out national power among three separate branches of government. Dr. Ritchie will explain what has changed in the president/Congress relationship from administration to administration and what has remained the same.
A book signing will follow the presentation.
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 Known and Unknown by Donald RumsfeldTruman Library
February 24, 2012
3:00 pm-4:00 pm
Former Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld will share memories and insights from his half-century career in American politics. His memoir, Known and Unknown, traces that career from Rumsfeld's first political job on Capitol Hill during the Eisenhower administration to his term as Secretary of Defense for President George W. Bush.
A book signing and light reception will follow the presentation. Copies of Known and Unknown will be available for purchase in the museum gift store.
The presentation and reception are free to the public. Reservations are not required. Auditorium doors will open at 2:30.
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National History Day regional contestTruman Library
March 3, 2012
8:00 am-4:00 pm
History Day is a national contest for students grades 6 through 12. There are junior (6th-8th grades) and senior divisions (9th-12th grades).
Students compete first at the regional level (Truman Library). First, second and third-place entrants qualify for the state finals in Columbia. First and second place winners at Columbia proceed to the national finals in Washington, D.C. each June. Prizes, certificates, and scholarships are available at each level of the competition.
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Talkin' Truman - Truman Library archivists present informative programs highlighting rarely seen and unique items from the Truman Library's collections. Look for the Talkin' Truman graphic on the events page. These Second Saturday programs take place at 11 a.m. and are included with paid Museum admission.
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Harry S. Truman: 1884-1972 Narrated by David McCullough
Daily Show Times: Hourly from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.This 45-minute film by Academy Award winner Charles Guggenheim examines Truman's life, from his humble birth in Lamar, Missouri, to the courtship of his wife, Bess Wallace, his service in World War I, his entry into local politics under "Boss" Tom Pendergast, his election to the U.S. Senate, and his rise to the Presidency. |
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Pay no admission to browse the Museum Store for unique keepsakes and gifts. |
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