Events at the Nixon Library
Events at the Nixon Library
The Nixon Library hosts many special events and lectures throughout the year.
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Tuesday, June 26, 2018
U.S.-China Workshop: The Rise of Xi Jinping and China as a Global Power
U.S.-China Workshop: The Rise of Xi Jinping and China as a Global Power
Free Event Admission
Book signing with Elizabeth Economy, author of “The Third Revolution: Xi Jinping and the New Chinese State” following discussion.
After being inaugurated as president of the People’s Republic of China five years ago, no single leader in modern Chinese history since Mao Zedong has assumed more power, or sizably projected his personal influence both domestically and internationally.
Calling for a national rejuvenation, Xi has pledged to expand the middle class, and make more reforms for increased foreign investment. In foreign policy, Xi’s China has become more assertive. China has deployed its military overseas for the first time since 1950, and made claims to territory in the East and South China Seas. It’s also committed to billions of dollars in foreign aide for developing nations.
In October 2017, the Chinese Communist Party abolished five year term limits, paving the way for Xi to rule beyond 2022.
What does his leadership mean for the political and economic future of China, and superpower relations with the United States?
Participants:
Elizabeth Economy is the C. V. Starr senior fellow and director for Asia studies at the Council on Foreign Relations. She is an acclaimed author and expert on Chinese domestic and foreign policy, writing on topics ranging from China’s environmental challenges to its resource quest. She has published articles in foreign policy and scholarly journals including Foreign Affairs, Harvard Business Review, Foreign Policy, New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal. She is the author of “By All Means Necessary: How China’s Resource Quest is Changing the World,” the award wining “The River Runs Black: The Environmental Challenge to China’s Future,” and her forthcoming book, “The Third Revolution: Xi Jinping and the New Chinese State,” which analyzes the contradictory nature of reform under President Xi Jinping.
Jeffrey Wasserstrom is Chancellor’s Professor of History at the University of California, Irvine. His most recent book, coauthored with Maura Elizabeth Cunningham, is the third edition of “China in the 21st Century: What Everyone Needs to Know,” published by Oxford in March. His other books include, as author, “Eight Juxtapositions: China through Imperfect Analogies from Mark Twain to Manchukuo,” and, as editor, “The Oxford Illustrated History of Modern China.” An Associate Fellow of the Asia Society, he has served on the Board of Directors of the National Committee on United States-China Relations, is Editor of The Journal of Asian Studies, Advising Editor for Asia for The Los Angeles Review of Books, and a member of Dissent magazine’s Editorial Board. His commentaries and reviews have appeared in many general interest periodicals, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Internazionale, Time, Slate, The American Scholar, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy, The Nation, and The Times Literary Supplement.
Monday, July 30, 2018
Meet Sean Spicer
Meet Sean Spicer
Former White House Press Secretary
Discussion and Book Signing
Author of The Briefing: Politics, The Press, and The President
Sean Spicer takes readers behind the scenes of his turbulent tenure as President Trump’s press secretary, shedding new light on the headline-grabbing controversies of the Trump administration’s first year.
In discussion with Elex Michaelson, co-host of Good Day LA and host of “The Issue Is” on Fox 11 LA.
General Admission: $30
Member Admission: $24
Member Mixer + Lecture Admission: $39
Member Mixer is open from 6:15-7:15 PM.
Books are sold separately and will be available for purchase at the Nixon Library Museum Store.
Join as a new member at $125 or above and receive two tickets to the event and two tickets to the Member Mixer wine and cheese reception prior to the event. Contact Anne Brown to take advantage of this offer- anne@nixonfoundation.org or 714-364-1161.
All President’s Society members will be invited separately to a VIP reception that begins at 6:30 PM.
Join as a new President’s Society member at $1,000 and receive two tickets to the event, VIP reception, priority seating and two books. Contact Nicole Parsons for details- nicole@nixonfoundation.org.
Wednesday, August 1, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Carl Anthony
“Why They Wore It’ Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: CARL ANTHONY
Wednesday, August 1st
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
1 PM book signing
Considered the nation’s expert on the political and social power of presidential wives and families, in this introduction to the series covering Martha Washington to Mamie Eisenhower, Mr. Anthony will talk why First Ladies wore what they did, and the political and cultural consequences of those choices.
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Pamela Keogh
“Why They Wore It” Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: PAMELA KEOGH
Wednesday, August 8th
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
1 PM book signing
A noted journalist and former editor of Us Magazine, British Vogue, Self Magazine & The NY Times Style Section, Mrs. Koegh is the author of Jackie Style, and will discuss the iconic fashion trends of Jacqueline Kennedy and Nancy Reagan.
Monday, August 13, 2018
Meet Greg Gutfeld
Meet Greg Gutfeld at the Nixon Library
Lecture and Book Signing
Author of The Gutfeld Monologues: Classic Rants from The Five
Fox News host Greg Gutfeld has covered everything from crazed academics, to unhinged celebrities, to the wildest election in recent history on his shows The Five and The Greg Gutfeld Show.
In his soon-to-be bestseller The Gutfeld Monologues, he brings together his best and favorite monologues in this funny, unconventional collection for new and longtime fans alike.
With his signature humor, wit, and insight, Greg explains it all in this memorable collection about some of our country’s most crucial—and not so crucial—modern moments.
General Admission: $20
Member Admission: $16
Member Mixer + Lecture Admission: $31
Member Mixer is open from 6:15-7:15 PM.
Books are sold separately and will be available for purchase at the Nixon Library Museum Store.
Join as a new member at $125 or above and receive two tickets to the event, two books (valued at $27 each) and two tickets to the Member Mixer wine and cheese reception prior to the event. Contact Anne Brown to take advantage of this offer- anne@nixonfoundation.org or 714-364-1161.
All President’s Society members will be invited separately to a VIP reception that begins at 6 PM.
Join as a new President’s Society member at $1,000 and receive two tickets to the event, admission for two to the VIP reception with Greg, priority seating and two books. Contact Nicole Parsons for details – nicole@nixonfoundation.org.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Victor Costa
“Why They Wore It’ Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: VICTOR COSTA
Wednesday, August 15th
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
Considered a trendsetter and legend in his own right, Mr. Costa designed elegant ball gowns for Rosalynn Carter and Lady Bird Johnson. He will talk their favorite tastes — and show off some of his new styles on stage.
Wednesday, August 22, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Michael Faircloth
“Why They Wore It” Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: MICHAEL FAIRCLOTH
Wednesday, August 22nd
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
Michael Faircloth has developed a worldwide clientele for custom garment design and has become a leader in the arts and fashion community. Mr. Faircloth will discuss his work with Laura Bush and other members of this presidential family.
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Kate Betts
“Why They Wore It” Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: KATE BETTS
Tuesday, August 28th
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
1 PM book signing
An award-winning magazine editor and bestselling author who has held top positions at Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, Mrs. Betts is the author of Michelle Obama and the Power of Style, which she will discuss along with her fashion observations about the current First Lady Melania Trump.
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Molly Sorkin
“Why They Wore It’ Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: MOLLY SORKIN
Wednesday, September 5th
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
1 PM book signing
Molly Sorkin is a fashion historian who co-curated the exhibitions Oscar de la Renta: American Icon (2013) at the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Oscar de la Renta: Five Decades of Style (2014) at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. She contributed an essay to the book Oscar de la Renta, which accompanied the exhibition, Oscar de la Renta: The Retrospective (2016) at the de Young Museum, San Francisco.
Wednesday, September 12, 2018
“Why They Wore It” Lecture & Luncheon with Carl Anthony
“Why They Wore It” Luncheon Series
The Nixon Library is hosting an exciting seven-part speaker and luncheon series, featuring six knowledgeable titans of the fashion industry, including those who designed gowns for First Ladies, and those who wrote about, critically reviewed and drew attention to them.
Each luncheon menu will include courses that First Ladies served to their White House guests.
Each lecture will begin with a brief original film that reviews the styles of the First Ladies under discussion, set to popular music of the time period.
GUEST SPEAKER: CARL ANTHONY
Wednesday, September 12th
11 AM lecture
12 Noon luncheon
1 PM book signing
Mr. Anthony will present a lecture focused on First Lady Pat Nixon, who unintentionally had the most overt impact of any First Lady on the nexus of politics and popular culture, and Betty Ford’s role in also shaping Seventies styles.
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