February Month in History

In 1970, George Bush volunteered for the post of United Nations Ambassador. His nomination brought challenges, as he was seen as an oilman from Texas with no foreign affairs experience. Bush felt that his experience as a salesman gave him invaluable skills and would make him “the American salesman in the world marketplace for ideas.” Bush served as the United Nations Ambassador from 1971-1973.

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From the Bush's Table: Tortilla Soup

"President Bush loves all kinds of soup," said Ariel De Guzman, personal chef and house manager to President Bush. "Serve him soup as a first course every day and you will never go wrong."

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Classic Film at Bush Library

The Bush Library and Museum will host a Classic Film Night on March 14th and show "The Women in the Window" part of the Mysteries of Life film series. This film directed by Fritz Lang features Edward G. Robinson and Joan Bennett.

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"Empires Fall"

Save the date of March 1 for a staged reading of "Empires Fall," a play by Robert Lawson with Marlin Fitzwater. This play centered around the relationship between President Bush and General Secretary Gorbachev after the fall of the Berlin Wall, and before the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

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Michael Duffy & Nancy Gibbs Visit Bush Library Center

Authors Michael Duffy and Nancy Gibbs will visit the George Bush Presidential Library Center on March 7 and discuss their latest book, The Presidents Club: Inside the World's Most Exclusive Fraternity.

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Celebrating 15 Years at the Bush Library and Museum

November 6, 2012, marked the 15th anniversary of the dedication and opening of the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum in College Station, Texas. Over the past 15 years, President and Mrs. Bush have opened up a world of learning and leadership.

Genome: The Secret of How Life Works

Running from August 25, 2012, through July 5, 2013, this exhibit features interactive displays and family friendly activities to reveal the mystery of our genes and explores the depths of DNA.

Join the Foundation's Associates Program

Become A Member: In 1995, the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation launched the Associates Program as part of its drive to reach and include as many people in the Library Center’s activities as possible. The Bush Library Center is dedicated to preserving the historic legacy of President and Mrs. George Bush.

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Community Grant Winners

Congratulations to the 2012-2013 Community Grants Program recipients. This is the second year of this program and the George Bush Foundation is pleased to have the opportunity to support so many local organizations.

Click here to see the 2012-2013 Community Grants Recipients.

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Message from President Bush

Upcoming Programs & Events

"Forgotten Heroes - The Buffalo Soldiers"

Presidential Conference Center

February 27, 2013

Classic Film: "The Woman in the Window"

Presidential Conference Center

March 14, 2013

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