SPRINT TO THE FINISH
A celebration to launch the final phase of our historic Living History Campaign
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Our Eyes Are on the Prize
Join us as we launch the final phase of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History Culture’s Living History Campaign, a $350 million campaign to expand and sustain iconic collections, support vital research, and ensure that everyone has access to the full story of our shared history.
Celebration Details
This is your exclusive invitation to the Living History Campaign Celebration, an evening that will recognize the triumphs of the past seven years and provide a preview of the new programs, exhibitions, and initiatives that will inspire the Museum's future.
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Date and Location
Thursday, June 13, 2024
7:30 pm Seated Dinner
Live Music and Entertainment
This star-studded evening will include live music and entertainment, hosted by the Living History Campaign Honorary Chairs.
Special Presentation
A highlight of the evening will be the announcement of the Living History Award recipient.
Honorary Campaign Chairs
President and Mrs. George W. Bush
43rd President & First Lady of the United States
Kenneth Irvine Chenault
Chairman & Managing Director, General Catalyst
President and Mrs. Barack Obama
44th President & First Lady of the United States
General Colin Powell (In memoriam)
Former Secretary of State
Shonda Rhimes
Founder & CEO, Shondaland
Oprah Winfrey
Chairman & CEO, OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network & Harpo, Inc.
Campaign Co-Chairs
N. Anthony Coles
Executive Chairman & CEO, Cerevel Therapeutics
LaTanya R. Jackson
Actress, Director, & Producer
Brian T. Moynihan
Chairman & CEO, Bank of America
Explore what we will create together.
– Kevin Young, Andrew W. Mellon Director
