Music History

Congratulations @Beyonce for making history. Thank you for blessing us all with the music we live our lives to—the songs that keep us singing and dancing and talking. You deserve all this and more!  💕👑 https://t.co/ZdQotKIpwB

— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) February 7, 2023

Black History: Strengthening America

Black History Month is about the shared experience of all Black Americans whose lives have shaped, challenged, and ultimately strengthened America.

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 1, 2023

At my last Black History Month celebration at the White House, we had folks of all ages come together to celebrate—… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…

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Barack Obama (@BarackObama) February 01, 2023

Nancy Pelosi: Accomplished Legislator

Speaker Nancy Pelosi will go down as one of most accomplished legislators in American history—breaking barriers, opening doors for others, and working every day to serve the American people. I couldn’t be more grateful for her friendship and leadership. pic.twitter.com/zRYtKXVX88

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) November 17, 2022

Breaking Ground

Hey Chicago, it’s official! We’re excited to share that construction on the Obama Presidential Center site in historic Jackson Park has begun.

For local traffic and construction updates, visit: https://t.co/5ET6wf8hcP

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) August 19, 2021

Dive Deeper

The words that will appear on the exterior of the Museum at the Obama Presidential Center draw a meaningful line between the history that made the Obamas’ journey possible, the story we’ll tell in the Museum, and our ongoing work.

Dive deeper:

— The Obama Foundation (@ObamaFoundation) July 28, 2021

Citadels Of Knowledge

Libraries are citadels of knowledge and empathy—and they’ve played an extraordinarily important role in my life. I spoke with @SmithsonianSec Bunch about our shared love of books, A Promised Land, and the role storytelling plays in shaping our history. pic.twitter.com/jbWdAK7Zkp

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) June 29, 2021

The Tulsa Race Massacre

On the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre, we remember all those who were killed and the survivors who bravely continue to share their stories so that we never forget this painful part of our history. Take a moment to learn about what happened: https://t.co/RiqrSpKGNz

— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 31, 2021

A Force

Always amazed by you, @Simone_Biles! Keep shining — we’re rooting for you! 😍✨

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— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) May 23, 2021

Hall Of Fame

As first lady of the United States, and the first Black person to serve in the role, Obama "has emerged as one of the most influential and iconic women of the 21st century," a statement from the National Women's Hall of Fame says. https://t.co/0mO4EVuqaJ

— CNN (@CNN) March 15, 2021

The Past Is Prologue

Traveling while Black: Never pay with a $20 pic.twitter.com/6Ym8kWy0bW

— The Black Detour (@theblackdetour) January 25, 2021

It’s actually unbelievable how Black people in America aren’t more angry at all times. https://t.co/hlxlD8prYx

— m. (@tweetlikemaya) January 26, 2021