The National Museum of American History’s Great Americans Medal is awarded for lifetime contributions embodying American ideas and ideals. The award recognizes trailblazers who have made a lasting impact in their fields and whose philanthropic endeavors set them apart.
Yo-Yo Ma - 2023
Madeleine K. Albright - 2016
The Great Americans Medal award program, supported by Smithsonian Institution Regent Emeritus David M. Rubenstein, features an interview with the recipient by Rubenstein.