Opening weekend to feature "Eyes on the Stars" drone show, immersive AI exhibits, and special guest speakers

MEDORA, NORTH DAKOTA / ACCESS Newswire / March 9, 2026 / The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) today announced details for its official grand opening, which will take place on July 4, 2026, aligning with the 250th anniversary of the United States. Following an official dedication ceremony in the morning, the Library will formally open its doors to the public for the very first time.

"There's no better place to honor Theodore Roosevelt than the arena that shaped him, and no better time than our nation's 250th year," said Edward F. O'Keefe, CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. "We are thrilled to open our doors and invite the world to experience the landscape and the legacy that made our 26th president."

Grand opening ticket holders will be among the first to experience what the Library has to offer. Going beyond traditional displays, visitors will step directly into Roosevelt's life through galleries using AI, holograms, and immersive storytelling. To ensure a memorable experience for everyone, capacity will be limited, and advance tickets are required. Please note we cannot accept walk-ups. Tickets for other dates through the end of the year will also be available for purchase. Founding Members get first access to tickets on March 23, with general public sales opening March 30. Tickets are in high demand, and if you'd like to join us on the 4th, we strongly encourage becoming a Founding Member.

The July 4th celebrations will conclude with "Eyes on the Stars," an immersive drone show serving as a celebratory close to the day's events. Choreographed to celebrate the American West and the night sky that Roosevelt cherished, the aerial exhibition uses light and storytelling to narrate his legacy directly above the Badlands.

Throughout the celebration week, programming will feature live music, author talks, and guest speakers, including Secretary Doug Burgum, Edward F. O'Keefe, Douglas Brinkley, and Doris Kearns Goodwin.

Visitors should know:

  • Plan for both indoor and outdoor experiences

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

  • Summer visits pair naturally with exploration of Theodore Roosevelt National Park

  • Trailblazer engagement begins before arrival through mobile onboarding

This is not a quick stop-it's a full-day experience.

Tickets will be available at trlibrary.com/tickets. Details regarding public access and specific programming sessions will be announced through direct TRPL channels. For more information, please visit trlibrary.com/grandopening/ or contact [email protected]

About the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is being built in Medora, N.D., and is expected to open on July 4, 2026, the 250th anniversary of the United States. This will be a library and museum truly like no other. Designed by the international architectural firm Snøhetta, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library will be the only carbon-neutral presidential library and will function in harmony with the unique ecology that surrounds it, being a model of self-sufficiency. More information can be found at www.trlibrary.com.

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