The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, also known as The Kennedy Center, traces its roots to 1958 when president Dwight Eisenhower signed the National Cultural Center Act calling for a privately funded venture featuring a variety of classic and contemporary programming with an educational focus. The center was a pet project and fund raiser beneficiary of president Kennedy; it was named as a living memorial to him after his death. Located on 17 acres overlooking the Potomac River in Washington, D.C., the center opened in 1971 and presents some 2,000 events a year including musicals, dance performances, and jazz and orchestral concerts. It also produces TV programming, workshops, and lectures.
Contact Details
Office Address
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
2700 F Street, NW
Washington, DC, USA 20566
Phone: (202) 467-4600
Executives
Chairman
David M. Rubenstein
President
Michael M. Kaiser