50th ANNIVERSARY

About the 50th Anniversary

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As the world redefines what it means to turn 50, so does AARP. This year we're celebrating 50 years of service to America.

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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

AARP 50th anniversary crossword

Play our new Crossword puzzle. It's "capital" fun and a "monumental" experience.

What's Hot What's New

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To Give is Better than to Receive

AARP is marking its 50th Anniversary by giving back to the community.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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The AARP Ethel Percy Andrus Legacy Awards

AARP Proudly announces the winners of its Legacy awards

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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”.