Obama Presidential Center dedication ceremony to feature Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, and Bruce Springsteen ahead of Juneteenth opening
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Summary
Former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama hosted a thank-you celebration for nearly 500 supporters and contributors ahead of the Juneteenth public opening of the Obama Presidential Center. The event featured a dedication ceremony lineup including Stevie Wonder, Jennifer Hudson, and Bruce Springsteen. The center aims to give back to the community and honor the contributions of those who helped build the campus.
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· 3 pulledFor us to be able to give back to this community is really important to us, and that couldn't have happened without the dedication and professionalism and effort and headaches and problem-solving and talent and artistry and skill of the people here today.
This center is not just a museum or a library — it's a living, breathing space for the next generation of leaders.
We wanted to create something that reflects the diversity and spirit of Chicago and the South Side.
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