Event details

25th Anniversary of the FDR Wheelchair Statue - Commemorative Event & Celebration

Hosted by FDR Memorial Legacy Committee

Date and time

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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Location

Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial
1850 West Basin Drive SW, Washington, DC 20004

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Cost

Free

Accessibility at a glance

Key access details surfaced before the full event description.

  • Wheelchair Accessible Venue
  • ASL Interpretation
  • CART / Live Captioning

About this event

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of the FDR Memorial wheelchair statue, honoring the disabled Americans who championed its inclusion. Features speakers including Jim Dickson, Senator Tom Harkin, James Roosevelt, and a performance by disability culture icon Lachi.

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