A traveling exhibit commemorating President John F. Kennedy's private life and public trajectory. Some of the photographs on display are iconic; others have rarely been seen. Photojournalists used images of President Kennedy and his young family to convey a vision of a new America - a sophisticated world power engaged in building a bright future for its citizens. Kennedy understood the power of pictures to convey his message to help promote special programs and legislation.
OPENING FEBRUARY 15, 2019 American Visionary: John F. Kennedy's Life and Times Where: Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Illinois Gallery
"American Moonshot: John F. Kennedy and the Great Space Race." Brinkley, a noted presidential historian and contributor to CNN, The New York Times and other media outlets will take the audience from Kennedy's 1961 vow to put a man on the moon to the successful landing in 1969. Register online in advance. April 12, 6:00 p.m. book signing and 6:30 p.m. discussion.
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