Obama Presidential Center
Hours & Information
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Labor DayMonday, September 7, 2026Closed All Day
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Thanksgiving DayThursday, November 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Christmas DayFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
About Obama Presidential Center
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- After-hours book return
- Bike rack
- Computers (close 10 minutes before the building does)
- Scanner
- Seed library
- WiFi
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The Obama Presidential Center is located on the South Side of Chicago in Jackson Park. The area is easily accessible by car, public transit or bike. For detailed directions, visit: https://www.obama.org/visit/getting-here/, opens a new window
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On-Campus Paid Parking - Daily 7A.M. to 11P.M. (Limited Capacity)
Entrance to the Garage is located off Stony Island between the Forum and Home Court. There are 9 EV charging stations available. Street Parking is also available.
Accessible Parkinghttps://www.obama.org/visit/accessibility/
Accessible parking is available in the on-campus parking garage and is subject to parking rates. -
Community room available soon.
Map
New at Obama Presidential Center
President's Reading Room Collection
Explore a collection of written works that reflect the interests, histories and readings of President and Mrs. Obama.
