American Egg Board Unveils 49th First Lady's Commemorative Egg for 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll

Patriotic Tribute Celebrates America's 250th Anniversary

Apr. 3, 2026 at 4:15pm

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A high-contrast, brightly colored silkscreen print of a single Easter egg repeated in a tight grid pattern, rendered in vibrant neon hues with heavy black outlines, conceptually representing the American egg's role in springtime celebrations.America's egg farmers commemorate the 250th anniversary of the nation with a patriotic tribute to the First Lady at the iconic White House Easter Egg Roll.Berea Today

The American Egg Board (AEB) has unveiled the 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg honoring First Lady Melania Trump. The egg, created by master egg artist Mark Malachowski, blends historic symbolism with bold American imagery to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary. The egg will be presented to Mrs. Trump at the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6.

Why it matters

The First Lady's Commemorative Egg is a nearly 50-year tradition that celebrates America's First Ladies. As the nation commemorates its 250th anniversary, this year's egg honors the patriotism and leadership of First Lady Melania Trump. Eggs are a cornerstone of spring celebrations, and America's egg farmers are proud to be a part of this iconic White House tradition.

The details

The 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg was crafted using the traditional Pysanky technique, an intricate wax resist method. It features an American eagle with wings outstretched on one side and the Betsy Ross flag on the other, symbolizing the nation's founding. A continuous band of red and blue stars and flowing wave motifs represent 250 years of American history. A delicate application of gold provides a luminous finishing touch.

  • The 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg will be presented to Melania Trump at the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6.
  • The American Egg Board has honored America's First Ladies with a commemorative egg for nearly 50 years, starting in 1977.

The players

American Egg Board (AEB)

The AEB supports America's egg farmers in its mission to increase demand for eggs and egg products through research, education, and promotion.

Melania Trump

The First Lady of the United States, whose patriotism and leadership are being honored with the 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg.

Mark Malachowski

A master egg artist from Berea, Ohio, who crafted the 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg using the traditional Pysanky technique.

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What they’re saying

“It is a privilege and a joy for America's egg farmers to continue this nearly 50-year tradition celebrating our nation's First Ladies.”

— Emily Metz, President and CEO of the American Egg Board

“As a legacy partner of the White House Easter Egg Roll, we're honored that real eggs are a centerpiece of this iconic celebration on the South Lawn and in homes across America.”

— Emily Metz, President and CEO of the American Egg Board

What’s next

The 2026 First Lady's Commemorative Egg will be presented to Melania Trump at the 2026 White House Easter Egg Roll on April 6.

The takeaway

This year's First Lady's Commemorative Egg celebrates the patriotism and leadership of Melania Trump while also honoring America's 250th anniversary, showcasing the enduring tradition of the White House Easter Egg Roll and the important role of eggs in springtime celebrations.