Presenting the History of American Diplomacy

Honoring the Past. Inspiring the Future.

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Our Mission

The Diplomacy Center Foundation is the private-sector partner to the U.S. Department of State in creating the National Museum of American Diplomacy (NMAD)—the first museum dedicated to telling the history, practice, and challenges of American diplomacy. We support NMAD through generous donations made by individuals, foundations, and corporations. With these contributions, we aid NMAD in sharing stories of American diplomacy, honoring the contributions of the American diplomatic community, and preserving the legacy of American diplomacy for generations to come.

$50 Million

BUILDING THE 20,000 SQ FT PAVILION
Phase 1

✓ COMPLETE

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$35 Million

DESIGN, FABRICATE, & INSTALL EXHIBITS
Phase 2

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Announcements

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The Honorable William C. Harrop (1929 - 2025)
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The Honorable Ruth A. Davis (1943 – 2025)
Secretary Henry A. Kissinger (1923-2023)
Secretary Henry A. Kissinger (1923-2023)
Secretary Madeleine K. Albright (1937-2022)
Secretary Madeleine K. Albright (1937-2022)

Major Gift Donors Stories

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The Honorable Elizabeth Frawley Bagley
The Honorable Elizabeth Frawley Bagley
The Honorable and Mrs. James A. Baker, III
The Honorable and Mrs. James A. Baker, III
The Honorable Barbara McConnell Barrett and Dr. Craig R. Barrett
The Honorable Barbara McConnell Barrett and Dr. Craig R. Barrett

Donor Recognition

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Honorary Directors

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    James A. Baker, III

    Honorary Co-Chair 61st US Secretary of State, 1989-1992

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    Hillary R. Clinton

    Honorary Co-Chair 67th US Secretary of State, 2009-2013

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    John Kerry

    68th US Secretary of State, 2013-2017

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    Condoleezza Rice

    66th US Secretary of State, 2005-2009

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