Kennedy Center Board Votes Again to Shut Main Building Down — and Add Trump's Name Back The Kennedy Center Board has made a decision that is as perplexing as it is disappointing: to shut down the main building of the iconic performing arts institution and, in the same stroke, add Donald Trump's name back to its marquee.
The reasoning behind this move is shrouded in mystery. Understanding the Kennedy Center's Decision The decision has been met with shock and dismay from the arts community.
It defies all logic, given the center's storied history and importance as a cultural touchstone in Washington D. C. Founded in 1964 by President Lyndon B.