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50th ANNIVERSARY
About the 50th Anniversary
As the world redefines what it means to turn 50, so does AARP. This year we're celebrating 50 years of service to America.
AARP's Legacy
A high school principal with uncommon vision, Ethel Percy Andrus created AARP a half-century ago. Today her legacy drives us toward positive social change.
Events
Life@ 50+ Washington DC
Life@50+| AARP’s National Event & Expo takes place September 4 – 6, 2008 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC.
50th Anniversary Awards
Ethel Percy Andrus Legacy Award for Innovation
This $10,000 prize is awarded to one public secondary school (grades 8 - 12) in every state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands in recognition of an innovative program or practice currently operating in a school. View the map for details.
50th Anniversary Crossword Puzzle
Play our new Crossword puzzle. It's "capital" fun and a "monumental" experience.
To Give is Better than to Receive
AARP is marking its 50th Anniversary by giving back to the community.
It was a memorable evening, as the divine voices of gospel, soul, r& b and pop rocked the Philips Arena with songs that inspired an enthusiastic crowd at AARP’s Songs of Soul and Inspiration.
AARP Music and Entertainment
From the classic rock tunes of Foreigner to the cool sounds of master jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis. Check out how AARP is celebrating with music.
AARP and Washington Week
AARP is bringing the nationally acclaimed news program, Washington Week with Gwen Ifill and National Journal to a city near you.
AARP Issues Forums: Promoting a Brighter Future for All Generations
As part of our 50th Anniversary, we continue that tradition of social change by joining forces with iVillage. Together AARP and iVillage hosted a forum on February 1 in Glendale California called “How She Will Decide”.
