Fulfillment comes from dedication and service to a worthy cause, whether as a foot soldier or as the commander-in-chief.
President Nixon's grandson, Christopher Nixon Cox, reflects on his grandfather's relationship with the Shah.

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Richard Nixon stood by the Shah when others walked away.

At the Nixon Library, @noorzpahlavi shared how deeply President Nixon’s decision to attend the Shah’s funeral moved her father and family—a gesture of loyalty they never forgot.

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On this day in 1994, the world lost a great man.
On this day in 1994, speaking from the White House Rose Garden, President Bill Clinton announced to the nation that former President Richard M. Nixon died that evening in New York City with his family at his side. 

President Clinton described the former President as “a statesman who sought to build a lasting structure of peace.”
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Richard Nixon’s presidency was one of the most consequential in American history. Elected in a time of turmoil, he led with vision at home and abroad—ending the Vietnam War, opening China to the West, signing landmark environmental laws, and reshaping the Cold War. His enduring impact on the United States and the world is undeniable.

CONTINUING HIS LEGACY

The Nixon legacy is not just history—it’s a living, evolving presence that continues to shape public understanding and civic engagement. Through the dedicated efforts of the Richard Nixon Foundation, with the steadfast support of the Nixon Family, President Nixon’s vision, leadership, and enduring contributions are preserved and shared with new generations.

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Middle school students showcased their civics knowledge on April 30, when the regional round of the National Civics Bee® returned to the Nixon Library.

May 1, 2026

Nothing Is Impossible
FOX News Sunday host Shannon Bream & Pastor Greg Laurie talk timeless stories of hope from her latest book.

April 29, 2026

Congresswoman Elise Stefanik at the Nixon Library
Attendees got an insider view of the “Hearing Heard Around the World” in her discussion of her new book Poisoned Ivies.

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Nixon Today

May 1, 2025

Honoring Vietnam Veterans 50 Years After the Fall of Saigon

On April 30, 2025, marking the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, the Richard Nixon Foundation hosted a ceremony honoring the patriotism, sacrifice, and service of U.S. and South Vietnamese military veterans. The event began with an outdoor ceremony at the Pat…
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Apr 25, 2025

Over 10,000 Third Graders Experience an Interactive History Lesson Live from the Nixon Library

Enthusiastic cheers of “OC” rang out in the East Room of the Nixon Library Thursday morning as more than 350 local third graders participated in an interactive journey through Orange County’s history. An additional 10,000 third graders across the county joined the…

If Nixon Stayed

Apr 11, 2025

New docuseries podcast available now

What if August 9, 1974, was just another summer day in D.C.? What if “Watergate” was just the name of a building? What if President Nixon stayed in office? Now available – If Nixon Stayed is a bold new docuseries podcast from the Richard Nixon Foundation and Foundwave…

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