The Obama Foundation:The legacy of Representative John Lewis

 

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Hi there, The Obama Presidential Center, in addition to being a community hub, will also be a place to honor those who came before us so we can share their legacies with the next generation.  One of those heroes is Representative John Lewis, who would have been 84 today. From his days as a leader in the Civil Rights Movement to his decades of service in Congress, Representative Lewis remains one of our most influential voices in our global pursuit of equity and justice.  In addition to paving the way for President Obama’s historic presidency, Representative Lewis also showed up time and again to support initiatives like My Brother’s Keeper. For years, he offered his wisdom, advice, and mentorship to the next generation of young men and boys of color.  Read our full blog post to learn more about John Lewis’ impact and inspiring story.

The legacy of Representative Lewis and his impact on President Obama will live on at the Obama Presidential Center through the John Lewis Plaza. The Plaza, which will serve as the entry point for the Forum, Museum, and Library buildings, is imagined as an outdoor area where visitors can gather and relax before exploring the rest of the Center.  Here’s where you’ll be able to find the Plaza when the Center opens next year and a preview of how we expect the space to look:  Rep. John Lewis is one of the many groundbreaking leaders who inspire our work at the Obama Foundation. We look forward to sharing more of the people and spaces that will make the Obama Presidential Center come to life with you soon.  –The Obama Foundation   DONATE NOW ⓒ 2024 Obama Foundation