The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation to Spotlight First Ladies Legacies over Two Evenings

The Key West Harry S. Truman Foundation, in partnership with America250, presents a special two-night celebration of American First Ladies history on January 23-24, 2026, at the Harry S. Truman Little White House, 111 Front Street, Key West, Florida. The weekend events honor America’s First Ladies and the Truman legacy through panel discussions, intimate conversations, and a book signing on the tropical grounds where President Harry S. Truman spent 11 working vacations from 1945-1953.

Friday, Jan. 23, features the authors of “Remember the First Ladies: The Legacies of America’s History-Making Women” – Diane B. Carlin, Anita B. McBride, and Nancy Kegan Smith – who will participate in a moderated discussion exploring the influential roles of America’s First Ladies throughout history. A book signing with the authors will take place during the hour leading up to the panel event. Gates open at 4:00pm; panel begins at 5:00pm.

Saturday, Jan. 24, presents “Remembering the Boss: Bess Truman," a discussion featuring Clifton Truman Daniel, Bess and Harry S. Truman’s grandson, alongside Anita B. McBride, former Chief of Staff for First Lady Laura Bush and author/co-author of three books about American First Ladies. Gates open at 4:30pm; program begins at 5:00pm.
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Dr. Kurt Graham, President of the Adams Presidential Center and former Director of the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum in Independence, Missouri will moderate both evening programs.
Tickets and registration are available at https://www.trumanlittlewhitehouse.org/foundation/events.