The one-shouldered, white chiffon gown first lady Michelle Obama wore to the inaugural balls will be on display at the Smithsonian Institution. On March 9, Mrs. Obama was on hand at the Smithsonian Museum of American History to donate her gown to a collection that now includes items from 24 presidents’ wives, including Eleanor Roosevelt’s modest crepe gown with minimal trim to Barbara Bush’s signature royal blue with pearls.

Designed by 27-year-old Jason Wu, a first-generation American who immigrated from Taiwan, the couturier was also at the March ceremony to present the famous dress at the Smithsonian. “What an honor,” Wu said to the first lady. “Thank you for having the courage and vision to choose a gown made by a young designer who didn’t fit the traditional mold. Thank you for reminding us all that in this country, nothing is impossible.”