Former President George W. Bush, who began pursuing his passion for art after leaving office, is debuting 16 new paintings for a “Remembering 9/11” exhibit.
The showcase runs from Sept. 1 to 30 and is meant to honor and “reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and resilience” that arose following the devastating terrorist attack, according to the George W. Bush Presidential Center. The event marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Firefighters along with a few military personal drape a large flag over the west wall of the Pentagon a few yards from the area damaged by the attack earlier in the day in Arlington, Va., on September 11, 2001. (John McDonnell / The Washington Post via Getty Images)
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Firefighters along with a few military personal drape a large flag over the west wall of the Pentagon a few yards from the area damaged by the attack earlier in the day in Arlington, Va., on September 11, 2001. (John McDonnell / The Washington Post via Getty Images)
