First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

205 Market Avenue
Canton, OH 44702
United States

(??.? miles from you)

Visit Web Site FILA_Info@nps.gov

Call: 330-452-0876

First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

Third Thursday: A Widow’s Work—Jacqueline Kennedy and the JFK Legacy

First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

Thu, Nov 20th

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (EST)

Third Thursday: A Widow’s Work—Jacqueline Kennedy and the JFK Legacy

Cost: $28.00 - $30.00 USD

Booking options: General Admission, Purchase Online

Ages: All Ages

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First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

Thursday, November 20th 2025

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (EST)

In the aftermath of an unthinkable national tragedy, Jacqueline Kennedy guided a grieving nation through mourning – while shaping one of the most powerful presidential legacies in American history.

Join us for this poignant Third Thursday evening as Dr. Karen Dunak, author of Our Jackie: Public Claims on a Private Life, presents an intimate exploration of Jackie Kennedy’s efforts to memorialize President John F. Kennedy.

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205 Market Avenue

Canton, OH United States

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9:00 AM EST

First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.