Eisenhower Presidential Library

The public is invited to join our first Lunch & Learn program of the 2025 series on Thursday, January 23, at 12 p.m. noon central time at the Eisenhower Presidential Library. The hybrid program will be held in the Library building indoor courtyard and online via YouTube Livestream. Guests are encouraged to arrive by 11:45 a.m. A light box-lunch will be provided on a first come, first served basis.

Dr. Meadows will join us virtually to provide an overview of the origins, development and use of Native American Code Talkers. He will also address code and alphabet formation, training, use, secrecy, post war recognition and other aspects of their service. 

Dr. William C. Meadows is a Professor of Anthropology and Native American Studies at Missouri State University. He holds a B.A. from Indiana University (1989) with a double major in anthropology and history, and M.A. (1991) and Ph.D. (1995) degrees in cultural anthropology from the University of Oklahoma. He is the author of seven books, five of which focus on Native American veterans, as well as numerous articles and book chapters on Native American veterans, Code Talkers, art, maps, language, geography and tribal names

The 2025 programming season is dedicated to our nation’s veterans. The Eisenhower Museum was originally founded as a tribute to WWII veterans. Join us as we continue to uphold the legacy of honoring those who served. These programs are all made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation.