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Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute
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Official Bluesky account of the sole nonprofit created by President Ronald Reagan charged with advancing his legacy and principles.
On this day in 1983, Ronald Reagan signed establishing Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a federal holiday. Among those gathered with him was Coretta Scott King, widow of Dr. MLK Jr. and civil rights leader.
Join Renae Plant, curator of the Princess Diana Museum as she shares some of the accessories featured in Diana: Love Life Legacy which includes a clutch that still bears Diana’s thumbprint. The exhibition opens November 7! Get your tickets at reaganlibrary.com/diana.
Happy National Cat Day! 🐈 Meet Cleo and Sara: two tortoiseshell rescue cats who became part of the Reagan family and lived at Rancho del Cielo.
“Are you better off than you were four years ago?” On this day in 1980, Ronald Reagan posed that question in his closing statement during the final presidential debate. With Election Day approaching for the midterms, we’re looking back at this memorable moment in debate history. 🇺🇸
Renae Plant, curator of the Princess Diana Museum is installing the "Diana: Love Life Legacy" exhibition & takes us through some rare childhood belongings of Diana's. Opening November 7 at the Reagan Library. Get tickets NOW: reaganlibrary.com/diana.
“…freedom has never been so fragile, so close to slipping from our grasp.” Just days before Americans headed to the polls in 1964, Ronald Reagan delivered the speech that would launch his political career: "A Time for Choosing" 🔥
Even while facing a breast cancer diagnosis, Nancy Reagan met a difficult moment with humor—a quality she and President Reagan often leaned on through tough times. ❤
🎁 Claim your FREE gift! For a limited time, pre-purchase tickets to our new Princess Diana exhibition, opening November 7, and receive a FREE Christmas ornament ($37.95 value)! 👑 Don’t miss out – get your tickets today at reaganfoundation.org!
“There is no such thing as a left or right. There's only an up or down.” In his 1964 A Time for Choosing speech, Ronald Reagan challenged Americans to consider what was at stake for freedom. 🇺🇸
During #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we remember Nancy Reagan’s decision to speak openly about her breast cancer diagnosis. In 1987, mammography screening among women ages 50 and older rose by 12%. Her message was clear: get screened, know your options, and make the decision that’s right for you.
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On this day in 1987, the White House welcomed Mrs. Reagan home following her radical mastectomy for breast cancer. Mrs. Reagan chose to speak openly about her experience, becoming a voice for early detection & regular screenings. This message remains just as vital today. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
On this day in 1984, history was made with Ronald Reagan's wit. Some say this one sentence secured his re-election. What do you think?
On this day in 2005, First Lady Nancy Reagan cut the ribbon to open our Air Force One Pavilion at the Reagan Library, making it home to the aircraft used by seven U.S. presidents, including President Reagan for all eight years he was in office.
Proud to be an American. 🇺🇸
Some of the best stories happen when the cameras keep rolling. 📸 Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist David Hume Kennerly joined us to share what he witnessed behind the scenes including how President Reagan used humor to negotiate with world leaders.
Ronald Reagan was the moment 🇺🇸
Happy wife, happy life. Ronald Reagan has a story for that.
Choose freedom. Every time.
For a limited time, receive a FREE White House Christmas Ornament when you pre-purchase tickets to our NEW Princess Diana exhibition, "Diana: Love Life Legacy, A Life of Giving," opening November 7 at the Reagan Library. Buy tickets at reaganlibrary.com/diana
In 1988, Ronald Reagan signed legislation establishing National Hispanic Heritage Month, expanding the observance into a monthlong celebration. As it concludes tomorrow, we reflect on his words celebrating the contributions of Hispanic Americans and the importance of family, faith, and community.
“I came to Washington to try to solve problems, not to sweep them under the rug.” President Ronald Reagan on this day in 1982, addressing the economic challenges facing America.
251 years of defending America’s freedom on the seas. Happy birthday to the U.S. Navy! ⚓
40 years ago today, President Ronald Reagan met with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in Reykjavík, Iceland. Though the summit ended without an agreement, it marked a turning point in the Cold War and helped set the stage for freedom's ultimate triumph over Soviet communism.
40 years ago, President Ronald Reagan met with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev at the historic Reykjavík Summit – a pivotal moment that helped pave the way for the end of the Cold War. Now, it's your turn to carry that legacy forward. Make a gift today to support our mission: bit.ly/4i5ye3g
Go behind the scenes w/ exhibition curator Renae Plant as she unveils pieces from Princess Diana’s life – including her iconic “Final Goodbye Dress” and the iconic Black Sheep Sweater. "Princess Diana: Love Life Legacy" opens at the Reagan Library November 7. Learn more at ReaganLibrary.com/Diana.