National First Ladies Library & Museum Announces Spirited New Collaboration with Viral Sensation Bennett Rea for “Cookin’ with Congress: Drink Like a First Lady”  The National First Ladies Library & Museum (NFLLM) is raising a glass to history with an exciting new collaboration featuring digital creator and culinary storyteller Bennett Rea, host of the viral series Cookin’ with Congress. Together, they will present a one-of-a-kind virtual experience: “Cookin’ with Congress: Drink Like a First Lady,” streaming live on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET.

Blending history, humor, and mixology, this interactive program invites participants to step inside the private world of America’s First Ladies—one cocktail at a time. From Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis’s perfectly balanced daiquiri to Dolley Madison’s famously indulgent “Yard of Flannel,” guests will explore how the beverages served in the White House reflect the personalities, eras, and cultural moments of the women who defined them.

“This collaboration is a fresh and engaging way to connect audiences with history,” said David Lee, CEO of National First Ladies Library & Museum. “By partnering with Bennett Rea, we’re able to meet new audiences where they are—bringing First Ladies’ stories to life through creativity, humor, and shared experiences.”