UPCOMING EVENTS
STEP INSIDE HISTORY
Get to know what made our First Ladies tick with deep dives into their careers, passions, hobbies, and even recipes. Our in-person events are perfect for girls’ night out, a historic date with someone you love, or a fascinating learning experience with the whole family. And our online events are a wonderful way to learn more about these amazing ladies!
Legacy Lecture: Cracking the Glass Ceiling from the East Wing
January 9, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
VIRTUAL: Discover how America’s First Ladies have broken barriers and redefined leadership from the East Wing to the world stage. Presented in connection with the Canton Museum of Art’s Shattered Glass: The Women Who Elevated American Art, this virtual Legacy Lecture with Stephanie Bohnak explores how these women advanced equality, advocacy, and visibility for future generations.
Monte Comes to Canton: A Stylish Night Out
January 9, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm
IN-PERSON: Join us a special one-night-only program featuring Monte Durham discussing Jackie Kennedy, with an exclusive meet & greet to follow.
Third Thursday: Wine & Cheese – Ohio’s Firsts & Originals
January 15, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm
IN-PERSON: Enjoy an evening of wine, cheese, and conversation as we explore Ohio’s rich legacy of First Ladies – Anna Harrison, Lucy Hayes, Lucretia Garfield, Caroline Harrison, Ida McKinley, Helen Taft, and Florence Harding. This Third Thursday program highlights the artifacts and stories that connect these women to the Buckeye State and to the history of the American presidency.
Legacy Lecture: An Unlikely Friendship – The Story of Two First Ladies, Eleanor Roosevelt and Mary McLeod Bethune
February 6, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm
VIRTUAL: Explore the extraordinary 40-year friendship between First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and Mary McLeod Bethune, the “First Lady of the Struggle.” Presented by Women in History Ohio, this virtual Legacy Lecture brings their voices to life through storytelling and performance, highlighting how two women from different worlds united to champion equality and justice for all.
Talk with a Curator
February 11, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm
VIRTUAL: Go behind the scenes with the National First Ladies Library & Museum’s curators! This virtual program offers an insider look at our collections, exhibits, and artifacts, exploring the stories and legacies of America’s First Ladies while answering your questions about the work of preserving history.
Third Thursday Wine & Cheese: Innovation, Business & Work from the East Wing
February 19, 2026 6:30pm - 8:00pm
IN-PERSON: Explore innovation, leadership, and the behind-the-scenes work of America’s First Ladies at this Third Thursday Wine & Cheese program. Guests will enjoy wine and cheese while learning about the East Wing, its staff, and the creative influence of First Ladies throughout history.
First Ladies on the Page Book Club: Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini
February 25, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm
VIRTUAL: Join the First Ladies on the Page Book Club to explore Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker by Jennifer Chiaverini, the story of Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley and her friendship with Mary Lincoln. Featuring special guest Janis Daly and her #31TitlesInWomensHistory list, this virtual discussion highlights extraordinary women in history through historical fiction.
Storytime & More with Stark Library
February 27, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm
IN-PERSON: Join the National First Ladies Library & Museum and Stark Library for a free, family-friendly Storytime & More! program. Enjoy interactive stories and activities that foster early literacy and creativity for young children and families.
Jackie & Monte – A Legacy of Style
Februrary 27, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm
IN-PERSON: Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the iconic elegance of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis with special guest Monte Durham in Naples, Florida.