Live: Obama Presidential Center grand opening in Chicago features Stevie Wonder, Eddie Vedder & more

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Former President Barack Obama has called on several high-profile friends to celebrate the opening of his new presidential center in Chicago.

The Obama Foundation on June 16 announced a lineup of performances from "global icons" for the grand opening ceremony of the Obama Presidential Center on Thursday, June 18. The dedication will kick off the grand opening weekend festivities over the Juneteenth weekend, June 19-21.

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