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Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre

The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president. Grouped from 5 articles across 4 sources.

5 reports4 sourcesJun 19, 2026, 12:01 AM
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BBC NewsJun 19, 2026, 12:01 AM

Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre

The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president.

The Globe and MailJun 18, 2026, 1:09 PM

Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago, drawing star-studded crowd

Designed as hub of civic life, the development is the greatest single investment in the city’s south side this century, local historians say

CNBCJun 18, 2026, 8:51 PM

In photos: Star-studded crowd gathers to celebrate the Obama Presidential Center dedication

Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago with former presidents, celebrities and dignitaries in attendance. President Donald Trump was absent.

The Straits TimesJun 18, 2026, 10:43 AM

Obama Presidential Center, designed as hub of civic life, set to open in Chicago

The $1 billion complex will open to the public as Americans mark slavery’s abolition on June 19.

The Globe and MailJun 18, 2026, 8:51 PM

Former U.S. presidents, celebrities, join Obamas to open presidential museum in Chicago

Former U.S. President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, celebrated the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago. The event brought together world leaders, A-list celebrities, athletes and other internationally known figures.

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