Our Mission
The mission of FLARE is to create and sustain a network to promote and publicize research and education relevant to the contributions, lives, impacts, and lasting legacies of U.S. First Ladies.
Our Vision
FLARE will be the primary association to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and outreach among scholars, institutions, First Ladies’ staff, biographers, archivists, journalists, and public historians interested in research and education about the lasting legacy of U.S. First Ladies.
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FLARE Focus on When The First Lady is an Educator, A Lesson Comes Dressed in Inaugural Clothing
Nichola D. Gutgold
One of the most popular exhibits at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is the First Ladies Exhibit. With over 1,000 items in the collection, the Smithsonian documents the lives and legacies of the women who have served in this invaluable role.[i] It was an honor to attend the ceremony of the presentation of the inaugural clothing of First Lady, Dr. Jill Biden, which she wore in January 2021 to President Biden’s swearing-in and other celebratory events to mark the occasion..
Upcoming Events view all events
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2023
September 25 - 27, 2023
WHHA Presidential Sites Summit
Presentation by Diana Carlin, Anita McBride, Nancy Kegan Smith, and Barbara Perry
Washington, DC.
Mon
16
2023
October 16, 2023
FLARE 2023 Call for Nominations for Board Members Deadline
The 2023 FLARE Nominating Committee solicits from any member of the Association names of possible nominees for FLARE Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and two At-Large Board Members. The Nominating Committee will review and narrow the slate of nominees who will be listed on the general election ballot. The Nominating Committee will not be limited in its deliberations to the list of nominees. All nominees must be a member of FLARE at the time of nomination and must agree to maintain membership during the term of office.
First Ladies Birthdays view all events
Erika N. Cornelius Smith |
