- -: President Obama & the First Lady Hold LGBT Pride Reception
June 29, 2009 (almost 15 years ago)The President and First Lady Michelle Obama host a reception for LGBT Pride Month in the East Room of the White House on June 29, 2009. (public domain)
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- -: President Obama Honors Senator Edward William Brooke
October 28, 2009 (over 14 years ago)The President recognizes the accomplishments of former Senator Edward William Brooke, the first African American elected to the United States Senate by popular vote, as Brooke receives the Congressional Gold Medal. October 28, 2009. (Public Domain)
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- -: President Obama Commemorates Enactment of Hate Crimes Prevention Act
October 29, 2009 (over 14 years ago)The President speaks about the importance of signing the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act that toughens penalties and expand protections against crimes designed to intimidate as well as harm. October 28, 2009. (Public Domain)
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- -: President Obama on Dr. King's Legacy
January 17, 2010 (over 14 years ago)The President speaks about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the importance of persistence in achieving broader goals in remarks at the Vermont Avenue Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. January 17, 2010.
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- -: Generations Remember Civil Rights Movement
January 18, 2010 (over 14 years ago)President Obama speaks after an event where members of different generations reflected on the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. January 18, 2010.
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- -: President Obama at the "Let Freedom Ring" Concert
January 19, 2010 (over 14 years ago)The President speaks at the "Let Freedom Ring" concert honoring Martin Luther King at the Kennedy Center. The concert featured nationally renowned artists and choir members from Washington area churches. January 18, 2009.
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- -: Music That Inspired the Movement Student Workshop
February 10, 2010 (about 14 years ago)High school students from across the country participate in a workshop to learn about how music influenced the Civil Rights Movement. A number of entertainers participate, including John Legend, Smokey Robinson, John Mellencamp, Dr. Bernice Johnson Reagon and Toshi Reagon. February 9, 2010.
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- -: The Blind Boys of Alabama Perform at the White House: 11 of 11
February 11, 2010 (about 14 years ago)The Blind Boys of Alabama perform "Free at Last" at the White House Celebration of Music from the Civil Rights Movement.
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- -: Smokey Robinson Performs at the White House: 10 of 11
February 11, 2010 (about 14 years ago)Smokey Robinson performs "Abraham Martin and John" at the White House Celebration of Music from the Civil Rights Movement.
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- -: The Freedom Singers Perform at the White House: 8 of 11
February 11, 2010 (about 14 years ago)The Freedom Singers perform "(Ain't Gonna let Nobody) Turn me Around" at the White House Celebration of Music from the Civil Rights Movement.
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