Trump announces closure of Kennedy Center for two years

02 February, 2026, 01:30 pm

Last modified: 02 February, 2026, 01:33 pm

Trump announces closure of Kennedy Center for two years

02 February, 2026, 01:30 pm

Last modified: 02 February, 2026, 01:33 pm

The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a historic cultural institution in Washington, D.C., will be closed for about two years. US President Donald Trump has announced plans to close the institution starting July 4 for extensive renovations.

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