The Obama Presidential Center opens amid star-studded ceremony; the library battles, funding questions, and civic debates continue.
The Obama Presidential Center has opened to the public amid ongoing scrutiny of its cost, timing and design. A new museum tower and campus provide digital, interactive exhibits and community spaces, while critics and Trump have highlighted the political dimensions of the project.
The Obama Presidential Center opens to the public on Juneteenth, with a star-studded dedication hosted by Barack and Michelle Obama. The $850 million project has drawn leaders from politics and culture, while critics note questions about cost and impact on Chicago’s South Side.