The Presidential Culinary Museum and Presidential Service Center

06/02/2026

Celebrating Pride Month

This Pride Month, we proudly celebrate the diversity, courage, creativity, and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community. At The Global Embassy of Culture and the United States Presidential Service Center, we are especially grateful that many of our own family members are active participants in Shelby Pride, and that a number of our team members, volunteers, friends, and supporters are also engaged in Pride activities throughout the year.

We believe that culture thrives when every voice is welcomed, every story is respected, and every person is free to be their authentic self. Pride Month is a joyful reminder that friendship, understanding, inclusion, and love make our communities stronger.

As organizations dedicated to bringing people together across cultures, backgrounds, and traditions, we are honored to celebrate alongside our LGBTQIA+ brothers and sisters. We look forward to continuing to learn, share, support, and build bridges of understanding—not only during Pride Month, but every day of the year.

Happy Pride Month from The Global Embassy of Culture and the United States Presidential Service Center! 🌈

"Celebrating diversity, embracing inclusion, and honoring the unique gifts that every individual brings to our global family."

President Martin CJ Mongiello
MBA, MA, MCFE

05/27/2026

Eid al-Adha Mubarak to our dear friends around the world! May this sacred celebration bring peace to your homes, joy to your families, and blessings to your tables. May faith, kindness, sacrifice, and unity continue to light the path forward for all humanity. From our hearts to yours — wishing you love, laughter, and unforgettable moments together. 🌙✨

04/26/2026

04/20/2026

Deepfakes: How kids' photos are turned into abuse. Be sure to watch our entire show from Saturday, online. www.tgeoc.org

04/14/2026

We had some wonderful guests visit the museum yesterday from Seattle Washington and one of them got a Boston cream pie out of the Kennedy Exhibit case! Yummy!!!

02/09/2026

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefings-statements/2026/02/first-lady-melania-trump-announces-2026-white-house-easter-egg-roll/

First Lady Melania Trump is pleased to announce initial details for the 148th White House Easter Egg Roll. The Easter Egg Roll will take place on Monday,

01/07/2026

Just recently, in Washington, D.C., the Veteran Ready Summit proved it’s more than a conference—it’s a mission in motion. Industry, workforce leaders, and veteran advocates gathered to turn veteran hiring into real pipelines and real outcomes. Lunches were a highlight: menus built from Presidential Culinary Museum chef recipes, including White House Master Chef Marti Mongiello, and delivered with the top-tier teamwork of Founding Farmers Catering. Before each meal, Chef Marti gave a quick intro—what the dishes were, where they came from, and the stories everyone was about to taste. Stormy Mongiello received an award, on-stage, at the Women's Military Memorial and Museum at Arlington National Cemetery!

The week rolled toward nearly 1,000 at Friday night’s dinner, then to Wreaths Across America, with millions of wreaths and us at Arlington. At the Pentagon, the first wreath at the 9/11 Memorial was placed with solemn care as we cheered.

We assembled at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce building for a signature moment: Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer addressed the crowd, after Brad Bentley, and a brand-new Kenworth truck was awarded to U.S. Army veteran Charles Jones, Jr. Major credit to the sponsors who made it happen—especially Tenstreet and FASTPORT—and gold medals awarded to Bryon Wiebold (Tenstreet) and Dave Harrison (FASTPORT). Forward always.

11/08/2025

Get ready for a Holly Jolly Christmas like no other! 🌟 Don't miss out on the magical Christmas in Kings Mountain. Kick off the celebrations on Friday, November 21st, at our enchanting Christmas Tree Lighting at Patriots Park. 🎄 The fun continues on December 6th with the spectacular Christmas Kings Mountain Parade and Festival! 🎉 Then, on December 13th and 20th, delight in Santa visits, joyful hayrides, and charming carriage rides. 🎅🐴 Make your holiday memories with us!

For more information, visit us at www.kingsmountainevents.com.