{"id":777132,"date":"2026-05-06T11:16:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T11:16:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/777132\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T11:16:17","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T11:16:17","slug":"barack-obama-presidential-library-obama-center-tickets-go-on-sale-wednesday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/777132\/","title":{"rendered":"Barack Obama presidential library: Obama Center tickets go on sale Wednesday"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC \">CHICAGO (WLS) &#8212; The long-awaited Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park opens to the public on June 19, but tickets to the museum go on sale Wednesday morning.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">The foundation expects high demand when the queue opens at 9 a.m.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/abc7chicago.com\/watch\/live\/11064984\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24\/7. Click here to watch<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">People can purchase up to nine tickets and weekend and summer dates are expected to sell out quickly.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">You may experience a wait, they said, while making your purchase, but know that spots in the electronic line are saved.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">So how much will it cost you?<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Prices range from $23 to $30 for general admission, $15 to $26 for people who live in Illinois and kids who are under 2 get in for free.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/abc7chicago.com\/post\/barack-obama-presidential-library-center-tickets-go-sale-week-invite-soft-opening-event-held-monday\/19038616\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">RELATED: Obama Presidential Center: Invite-only soft opening held Monday<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">People who live in Illinois can also take advantage of free days on Tuesdays.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Leaders said museum exhibits explore the promise of democracy and the work of the Obama presidency.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Through immersive storytelling and interactive installations, guests will engage with the legacy of America&#8217;s first Black president and First Lady and reflect on the enduring power of civic participation.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Some people got a sneak peek at the center during its soft opening this week, which will help prepare for the grand opening next month.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Tickets are available June 19 through November 30.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">While museum entry requires a timed ticket, all other areas of the 19.3 acre campus are free to the public.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC eTIW sUzSN \">Click <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.obama.org\/visit\/museum-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">here<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Copyright \u00a9 2026 WLS-TV. 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