My family and I were in DC this past weekend and we spent a good part of Sunday in the National Museum of American History, where one of the most popular exhibits is the First Ladies Exhibition. As we get ready to welcome former first lady Laura Bush to The Richmond Forum in January, it was interesting to visit this exhibit again and consider her in the context of the changing role of first ladies over the years. The exhibit categorizes the first lady's roles as campaigner, hostess, policy advocate, and public face.The first ladies' gowns are still the centerpiece of this exhibit (Martha Washington was tiny!), but it has grown over the years to include much more and is well worth a visit the next time you're in DC. Or you can visit their online exhibit.
Laura Bush will address The Richmond Forum on January 15, 2011. A limited number of season subscriptions are still available for $155 and may be purchased online or by calling (804) 330-3993. All Richmond Forum programs are held at the Landmark Theater in Richmond.
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