May
22
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Queen Elizabeth II met with President Ford at the White House – not to mention with four of his predecessors and eight of his successors. Indeed, she met with more U.S. presidents than any other person in history. What did she do with that unprecedented access? Quite a bit…
May
12
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
We welcome Page Stoutland, consultant, NTI.The risk of nuclear weapon use is widely viewed as higher today than at any point since the Cold War. Long-standing security alliances appear to be weakening, prompting additional states to consider developing their own nuclear…
May
6
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Two-hundred and fifty years ago, America famously proclaimed that “all men are created equal.” That same year, Pennsylvanians led by Benjamin Franklin declared that “all men are born equally free and independent.” This year, Americans are once again…
Apr
23
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Betty Ford and Pat Nixon shared more than just the First Lady position: they also shared a long history of friendship and mutual admiration. Heath Hardage Lee, author of "The Mysterious Mrs. Nixon," will discuss Pat Nixon’s life and times as well as the…
Apr
14
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Join us at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum for a special evening with retired four-star general Stanley McChrystal, one of America’s most respected military leaders and leadership thinkers.In conversation about his newest book, On Character: Choices…
Mar
25
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Celebrate the pivotal moments of America's Bicentennial celebration through the eyes of President Gerald Ford, as recounted by Thomas DeFrank. As the only reporter still covering the White House today who also covered President Ford during the Bicentennial, DeFrank offers a…
Mar
24
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
We welcome Randy Thelen, President & CEO of The Right Place and Bradley T. French, Member and Chief Strategy Officer, Bodman PLC.From manufacturing exports and international investment to supply chains and trade policy, global forces play a powerful role in…
Mar
11
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Highlighted by his experiences in San Clemente, California in September 1974 negotiating the pardon of President Nixon, Benton L. Becker is remembered in this thorough and heartwarming biography by his son. Following historical records and personal accounts, Of Pardons…
Mar
10
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
We welcome Michael McKinley, senior counselor, the Cohen Group. What does it mean for the United States to navigate a world of intensifying conflicts, shifting alliances, and renewed great-power competition? From ongoing wars to economic and technological rivalry…
Mar
5
2026
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum
Who better to explore the legacy of President Gerald R. Ford than Richard Norton Smith? Author of An Ordinary Man, the definitive biography of our 38th President, Smith will be joined by interlocutor and Foundation trustee Hank Meijer for an evening of lively,…