In a rare show of bipartisan reverence, First Lady Melania Trump unveiled a new U.S. postage stamp honoring Barbara Bush—a symbol of literacy, dignity, and civic commitment.
At a Glance
- Barbara Bush commemorated with a 2025 Forever Stamp
- First Lady Melania Trump hosted the unveiling at the White House
- The event emphasized literacy, compassion, and bipartisan appreciation
- USPS, the Bush family, and former officials celebrated the tribute
- Stamp presales began ahead of its formal June release
A Stamp for Legacy
On May 8, 2025, the U.S. Postal Service, with First Lady Melania Trump, revealed a commemorative Forever Stamp honoring Barbara Bush. The stamp features a 1995 portrait of the former First Lady wearing her iconic pearls and beaming with purpose—a fitting tribute during the centennial year of her birth.
Melania Trump praised Barbara Bush’s influence in a heartfelt address, saying, “[The unveiling] honors Barbara Bush’s contributions as first lady and her enduring impact on our nation” (Fox News).
Watch the unveiling: Barbara Bush Stamp Ceremony.
Bridging the Divide
The ceremony brought together members of the Bush family, including daughter Doro Bush Koch, along with Postal Service officials and former White House staff. Despite past tensions between the Trump and Bush families, the tone was one of mutual admiration.
“We are deeply honored,” said Bush Koch. “This special stamp serves as a lasting reminder of Barbara Bush’s enduring love for family and friends, sharp wit, and unwavering commitment to solving the problems of today by ensuring every man, woman, and child has the opportunity to read, write, and comprehend” (USPS).
USPS Acting Postmaster General Doug Tulino called Barbara “a remarkable American in her own right,” noting her literacy campaigns continue to shape national programs and family life alike (The Hill).
Legacy in Print
With official sales beginning in June, the Barbara Bush Forever Stamp symbolizes more than postal heritage—it marks a woman whose values transcended politics. Barbara’s leadership in promoting family literacy, especially through the Barbara Bush Foundation, remains influential across generations.
Amid news of mail disruptions in Canada, the stamp also reminds Americans of the vital role USPS plays in preserving cultural memory. As Merit Street’s post noted, “This is more than a stamp—it’s a statement.”
The event served as a unifying moment, proof that even in divided times, national figures like Barbara Bush can bring the country together. With the launch of her stamp, her values—dignity, family, education—are quite literally sealed into American history.
