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Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen and More: Obama Foundation Reveals Star Lineup After Trump Trashes Mega Project

Barack Obama's new presidential centre in Chicago will open with a star‑packed concert featuring Stevie Wonder, Bruce Springsteen and a roster of global artists.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

Obama Presidential Center Opens with Star-Studded Line-Up as Trump May Likely Miss Historic Chicago Event

The Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago, featuring music legends and celebrities, marking a cultural landmark and community hub. The event coincides with a Juneteenth celebration.

International Business Times UK · Jun 17

From Stevie Wonder to Bruce Springsteen and Christina Aguilera — meet the stars set to perform at Obama Presidential Center opening

The Obama Presidential Center opens to the public, after a decade of planning, this Friday

The Independent UK · Jun 16

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In a city with an iconic skyline, the Obama presidential museum aims to reshape Chicago architecture

Crews are putting the finishing touches on the Obama Presidential Center ahead of the official public opening in Chicago on Juneteenth

The Independent UK · May 29

Obama's $850M Presidential Centre Slammed for ID Checks, Called Ugly 'Dildo Building'

The Obama Presidential Center's opening announcement has reignited criticism over its design, costs, and a controversial ID policy, sparking debates on voter laws and public space use.

International Business Times UK · May 7

Barack Obama Sparks 2028 Rumors With 'Unfinished Business' Video Teaser

A cryptic Obama Foundation teaser has reignited online speculation about Barack Obama and the 2028 race, but this piece explains what the video actually showed, how the rumours took off, and why a presidential comeback is constitutionally off the table.

International Business Times UK · Mar 16

'Am not a politician anymore and can't be': Barack Obama reveals reason why 'Michelle would divorce' him

Barack Obama humorously stated that a return to elected office would likely end his marriage, crediting Michelle Obama's influence. He emphasized their post-presidency focus on empowering the next generation through the Obama Foundation, rather than seeking personal power. Their new Chicago center will embody this vision, fostering emerging leaders.

The Times of India · Feb 15

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Obama’s ‘monolith’ presidential center in Chicago gets an opening timetable

The sprawling campus, located in Chicago, has faced years of delays and legal setbacks

The Independent UK · Dec 3, 2025

The Obama Foundation reinvents legendary font in future-forward rebrand

It’s a masterful blend of past and present.

Creative Bloq · Feb 22, 2025

Why famed Obama advisor Valerie Jarrett hid her pregnancy for six months early in her career

“I was afraid if I talked about it nobody would take me seriously,” said Jarrett, adding that it was the environment for women back then.

Fortune · Oct 15, 2024

Michelle Obama Net Worth 2024: Former First Lady's Financial Empowerment

Michelle Obama's wealth is not limited to conventional commercial endeavors. Her autobiography, "Becoming," propelled her to international renown and greatly expanded her source of income.

International Business Times · Mar 8, 2024

New details on little-known Obama Presidential Library, tucked away in Hoffman Estates

U.S. Archivist Colleen Shogan, whose National Archives and Records Administration operates presidential libraries, talks about the library in an exclusive Sun-Times interview.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 24, 2023

Obama Foundation, fueled by two mega-donors, has record fundraising year in 2022

The Obama Foundation compensation package for its chief executive, Valerie Jarrett, jumped to $754,064, in 2022, up from $592,905 in 2021.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023

Design at the White House: the creatives working with US Presidents past and present

Interior designers, fashion designers and artists, whose collaborators have included the White House and its residents, with commissions that range from interior refits to presidential portraits

Wallpaper · Aug 4, 2023

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