May 30, 2025
Update: Barbara Bush Commemorative Forever Stamp
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What:
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The Postal Service will celebrate the life and legacy of former first lady Barbara Bush, wife of George H.W. Bush, the 41st president, and mother of George W. Bush, the 43rd president, with a new stamp to be dedicated in Kennebunkport, ME.
The first-day-of-issue event for the Barbara Bush Commemorative Forever stamp will be held on June 10 and is free and open to the public.
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Who:
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Doug Tulino, acting postmaster general, U.S. Postal Service
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When:
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Tuesday, June 10, at 11 a.m. ET
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Where:
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Ganny’s Garden on the River Green
48 Ocean Ave.
Kennebunkport, ME 04046 -
RSVP:
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Dedication ceremony attendees are encouraged to RSVP at usps.com/barbarabushstamp.
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Background:
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The dedication ceremony for the Barbara Bush stamp will honor the 100th anniversary of the former first lady’s birth.
News of the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #BarbaraBushStamp.
Postal Products
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