Art at the Obama Presidential Center

Discover over 20 art installations that will stimulate creativity and inspire people to bring change home.

A closeup of Julie Mehretu’s glass installation, “Uprising of the Sun.”

From the White House to the Obama Presidential Center, President and Mrs. Obama have used the arts as a tool to inspire, empower, and connect people from around the world. The Obama Presidential Center will build on the Obamas’ commitment to public art, featuring over 20 art installations that encourage visitors to open their imaginations and reflect on their ability to bring change home. 

Across the Center’s campus, diverse stories of art and social change will sit alongside each other, giving people the opportunity to explore ways to enact change in their own lives through the exhibits, interactive experiences, and programming. From Richard Hunt’s “Book Bird,” to Maya Lin’s “Seeing Through the Universe,” the Center’s collection will champion the value of art as a powerful tool for social change around the world.

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Richard Hunt

Learn about the world-renowned sculptor’s final piece, “Book Bird.”

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Get a sneak peek at the acclaimed artist’s upcoming

Maya Lin

Get a sneak peek at the acclaimed artist’s upcoming piece, “Seeing Through the Universe.”

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Julie Mehretu

Take a look at the prolific artist’s upcoming work, “Uprising of the Sun.”

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“ The arts have always been central to the American experience. They provoke thought, challenge our assumptions, and shape how we define our narrative as a country.”

–President Barack Obama
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