Dossier
South Side of Chicago
Coverage of South Side of Chicago in the Nexus archive.
- Obama urges resiliency and unity during speech at Obama Presidential Center opening
Barack Obama and Michelle Obama attended the opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center on Chicago's South Side with their daughters. The center is set to open to the public on Juneteenth the following day.
- Presidential museum showcases political and personal sides of Obama with sprawling community campus
The Obama Presidential Center in Chicago's South Side opens to the public on Juneteenth, featuring a mix of political and personal exhibits, including a digital Oval Office replica and community spaces. The $850 million campus includes a library, basketball court, and exhibits on Obama's presidency, with a focus on inspiring local change.