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SUMMARY:Add Your Wish for America's Birthday to OnOur250th.org
DESCRIPTION:As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026\, join people across the country in shaping the future of our democracy. At OnOur250th.org\, you’re invited to send a birthday wish to the nation. \nWhat do you want the next chapter of America to look like? What values should guide us forward? Submit your wish online and add your voice to a collection of growing reflections and visions. \nVisit OnOur250th.org to make your wish for America.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/add-your-wish-for-americas-birthday-to-onour250th-org/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="The%20New%20York%20Historical":MAILTO:hopemarie@historymadebyus.org
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SUMMARY:Civics Pavilion and "Wish Wall" in DC
DESCRIPTION:July 4th\, 2026 marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence — a piece of correspondence that birthed a nation. In that spirit\, as we approach America’s big birthday\, museums are inviting the public to share a wish for the future of our country and our democracy. \nNow is your chance to make your voice heard. \nFor the first time\, Civic Season is hosting a pop-up activation at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington D.C. From June 19 through July 4\, from 12 to 4 PM Wednesday to Sunday\, you can meet us in the Civics Pavilion to add your voice to the 28-foot “Wish Wall” inviting visions for America’s future.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/wish-walls-whats-your-wish-for-u-s/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20Museum%20of%20American%20History":MAILTO:hopemarie@historymadebyus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250512T152600
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250512T152600
DTSTAMP:20260428T234040
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T152949Z
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SUMMARY:Explore Online Collection of African American History
DESCRIPTION:From Parker Gray school photos to Black Lives Remembered protest objects\, explore images and objects from Historic Alexandria that tell the story of our community.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/explore-online-collection-of-african-american-history/
LOCATION:Historic Alexandria\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,How We Celebrate,Interdependence
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T000000
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SUMMARY:Dance your way through Civic Season with DCPL's Playlist
DESCRIPTION:It’s Civic Season – and the DC Public Library is here with a playlist of inspiring tunes to get you ready to show up!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/dance-your-way-through-civic-season-with-dcpls-playlist/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:Rozanar@si.edu
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SUMMARY:Read your way through Civic Season with DCPL
DESCRIPTION:Get inspired by DC Public Library’s Civic Season reading list — packed with stories\, sounds\, and ideas to fuel your curiosity and action this Civic Season. Check it out and add something new to your queue! \nFind reading lists for kids\, teens\, and adults.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civic-season-music-playlist-kids-civic-season-reading-list-teen-civic-season-reading-list-and-adult-civic-season-reading-list/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:Rozanar@si.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T110000
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SUMMARY:“Fenómeno Latino: Latin Music’s Global Rise “ Festival and Concert
DESCRIPTION:“Fenómeno Latino: Latin Music’s Global Rise “ \nSaturday\,June 22 \n· Family Festival: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nWallace H. Coulter Performance Plaza First Floor\, West Wing \n· Concert: 5 to 9 p.m. \nMall Terrace and Flag Hall\, Second Floor\, Center \nThis Summer Solstice daytime Family Festival will feature live music\, dance lessons\, a drum circle and Storytime activities. The evening activities will focus on the rise of Reggaetón from the urban underground to the global mainstream and feature live music\, DJs\, dance lessons and demonstrations\, plus a conversation with scholars and practitioners\, and a special display of objects. \nThat evening voter registration will also be availbale in celebration of Civic Season. \nFor a complete line up of artists will be available closer to the event on museum’s website.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/fenomeno-latino-latin-musics-global-rise-festival/
LOCATION:Smithsonian National Museum of American History\, 1300 Constitution Ave. NW\, Washington\, DC 20560\, Washington\, DC\, 20560\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Smithsonian%20National%20Museum%20of%20American%20History":MAILTO:rozanar@si.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240616T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240616T160000
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SUMMARY:Wyoming State Museum Civic Season Festival!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Wyoming State Museum along with a collaborative of local and statewide organizations for a summertime celebration of who we are as a nation\, how we got here and where we want to go next. On the main stage you’ll jam out to live music\, enjoy an exuberant mini debate organized by Braver Angels\, and hear inspiring stories about civic engagement. \nEnjoy beer and food from Westby Edge Brewery\, creative art projects\, and hands-on activities to help you discover how your personal background and values give you the power to shape the future. It’s about gathering friends\, having some fun\, and amplifying our voices to create a Wyoming we’re all proud of. \n3:00 PM – Cheyenne Fiddle Orchestra. Bob Matthews leads a group of young fiddlers through country classics. \n4:00 PM – Braver Angels Mini Debate. Should there be age limits on politicians? What about social media regulations? \n4:30 PM – How to do Civics. Learn how to find inspiration and discover your path to civic engagement. \n5:00 PM – Samir Knox. Folk with a rock and roll heart.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/come-visit-the-wyoming-state-museum-civic-season-festival/
LOCATION:Wyoming State Museum\, 714 W 20th St\, Cheyenne\, WY\, 82001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wyoming%20State%20Museum":MAILTO:melisa.mcchesney@wyo.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T220000
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SUMMARY:Penn Museum Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family for a festival filled with joyful performance\, live DJ sets\, captivating storytelling\, and hands-on activities for all ages. Support Black-owned businesses at a community marketplace or grab a bite from locally owned food trucks. \nAdvance registration is encouraged but not required. Walk up registration will be available.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/penn-museum-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Penn Museum\, 3260 South Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Penn%20Museum":MAILTO:ferrellr@upenn.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T193000
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CREATED:20240519T184048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T105537Z
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SUMMARY:Slice of History Trivia Night with Liberty Hall Historic Site
DESCRIPTION:Get your “Slice of History” at Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub! \nJoin Liberty Hall for Kentucky’s Civic Season in an evening of history trivia\, food\, and prizes! Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub creates a gathering space where our community & visitors can come together around local food\, while Liberty Hall nurtures personal connections to the past as a means of civic engagement. The two partnered together to offer you your own Slice of History\, so come on down to Locals for a slice of free pizza and trivia fun!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/slice-of-history-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Locals Food Hub & Pizza Pub\, 863 Wilkinson Blvd.\, Frankfort\, KY\, 40601\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liberty%20Hall%20Historic%20Site":MAILTO:director@libertyhall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230707T000000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at VMHC
DESCRIPTION:On the first Friday of each month from 5:00-8:00 pm\, enjoy extended hours and free admission to all exhibitions (including “Apollo: When We Went to the Moon”)\, live music\, and family-friendly activities. Plus\, enjoy access to specials in the Museum Café and food trucks on site. The July edition will also feature special civics-themed activities. Free\, no registration required.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/first-fridays-at-vmhc/
LOCATION:Virginia Museum of History & Culture\, 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230704T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230704T220000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234040
CREATED:20230518T155402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T110156Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th: Stars and Stripes Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate community resilience at Kansas City’s official Independence Day event! \nThe Stars and Stripes Picnic at the National WWI Museum and Memorial is the perfect place to spend your 4th of July. Bring your friends and family to grab a bite to eat\, shop from local vendors\, listen to live music. And hang around into the evening to enjoy the largest fireworks display in the city!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/stars-and-stripes-picnic/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T140000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230508T161333Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th: Fourth at the Fort Festivities
DESCRIPTION:The Fort Pitt Museum\, part of the Heinz History Center’s family of museums\, will host its annual Fourth at the Fort festivities in Point State Park on Tuesday\, July 4. \nAt 1 p.m.\, colonial reenactors\, local scouts\, and veterans will help raise a 36-foot American flag and kick off the Fourth of July holiday in the city of Pittsburgh. The ceremony will commence in the Fort Pitt Block House yard thanks to an ongoing partnership with the Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution\, owners of the Fort Pitt Block House – the oldest building in the region. Visitors can watch museum staff symbolically lower a British ensign and help raise a 36-foot\, 13-star Garrison flag\, one of several early patterns that may have flown over Fort Pitt during the American Revolution. The ceremony will conclude with the singing of the National Anthem. \nAfter the patriotic flag raising ceremony\, visitors can enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of living history demonstrations. Visitors can throw tomahawks\, learn about Pittsburgh’s role during the American Revolution\, and see costumed interpreters reenact 18th-century life at Fort Pitt.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/fourth-at-the-fort-festivities/
LOCATION:Fort Pitt Museum\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fort%20Pitt%20Museum":MAILTO:bmsmith@heinzhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230522T041403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T224417Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th: Independence Day at the VMHC
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming new U.S. Citizens and explore Virginia’s political history at the VMHC this Fourth of July! Save the date for a citizenship naturalization ceremony and see candidates take the Oath of Allegiance. Then\, stay after the ceremony to explore the museum’s galleries\, purchase items from the Museum Store about Virginia’s place in America’s grand experiment\, and get a refreshing treat in the Museum Café! \nThe naturalization ceremony is held in partnership with the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). \nThe ceremony is free to attend and open to the public without registration. Please note: All attendees must have photo identification (driver’s license/ID card) to enter the courtroom/event space and will be screened for prohibited items. \nAdmission to the museum will be available at the conclusion of the ceremony.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/independence-day-at-the-vmhc/
LOCATION:Virginia Museum of History & Culture\, 428 N Arthur Ashe Blvd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T000000
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SUMMARY:July 4th: An American Celebration at George Washington's Mount Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Salute the first commander in chief during Mount Vernon’s annual Independence Day event. Meet George Washington. Watch made-for-daytime fireworks\, observe a moving ceremony in which people from across the world become U.S. citizens\, hear a musical performance by the National Concert Band\, and see 18th-century magic in the upper garden with Mr. Peter Gardiner.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/an-american-celebration-july-4th-at-george-washingtons-mount-vernon/
LOCATION:George Washington’s Mount Vernon\, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway \, Mount Vernon\, VA\, 22121\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="George%20Washington%27s%20Mount%20Vernon":MAILTO:zjakub@mountvernon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230703T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T205337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T205337Z
UID:39007-1688342400-1688342400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Save a Life: Blood Drive @ WWI Museum and Memorial
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate the nation while honoring the sacrifices of our military? By donating blood\, you continue in a proud tradition started in WWI when blood was stored for future transfusion for the first time. The U.S. relies on the generosity of blood donors to save lives and\, since 2016\, the Museum and Memorial has been honored to partner with the Community Blood Center to provide that support for Kansas City. To find out more details about eligibility\, the donation process and to make an appointment\, please visit savealifenow.org. \nAppointments are REQUESTED to donate at this blood drive; walk-ins will be accepted.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/save-a-life-blood-drive-wwi-museum-and-memorial/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230702
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230519T210339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T210339Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Vernon Independence Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation’s founding. \nRelax and enjoy a patriotic evening that includes dazzling fireworks and musical performances. Walk down to visit the Washington Tomb for special wreath-layings\, revel in the sounds of the 18th century with performances by the talented Fifes & Drums of York Town and the National Concert Band\, watch ice cream making demonstrations\, and learn 18th-century dancing. \nFireworks over the Potomac will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/mount-vernon-independence-fireworks/
LOCATION:George Washington’s Mount Vernon\, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway\, Mount Vernon\, VA\, 22121-3600\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="George%20Washington%27s%20Mount%20Vernon":MAILTO:zjakub@mountvernon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230519T193905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230519T193905Z
UID:39147-1688169600-1688169600@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:National Treasure Hunt Discussion & Screening of National Treasure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an on-stage discussion related to the book\, National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy\, featuring co-authors Aubrey Paris and Emily Black. The book program will be followed by a screening of National Treasure (2004).
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/national-treasure-hunt-discussion-screening-of-national-treasure/
LOCATION:National Archives Foundation\, 701 Constitution Avenue\, NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20408\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20Archives%20Foundation":MAILTO:valerie.mcvey@archivesfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T213000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230511T205139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T230050Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th: Independence Fireworks at Mount Vernon
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of family fun and fireworks along with patriotic music to celebrate our nation’s founding on June 30th and July 1st! \nRelax and enjoy a patriotic evening that includes dazzling fireworks and musical performances. See the Mansion lit in red\, white and blue during the fireworks show; walk down to visit the Washington Tomb for special wreath-layings; revel in the sounds of the 18th century with performances by the talented Fifes & Drums of York Town; enjoy a concert by the National Concert Band; watch ice cream making demonstrations; and learn 18th-century dancing. \nFireworks over the Potomac will begin at approximately 9:15 p.m.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/independence-fireworks/
LOCATION:George Washington's Mount Vernon\, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway \, Mount Vernon\, VA\, 22121\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="George%20Washington%26amp%3B%23039%3Bs%20Mount%20Vernon":MAILTO:zjakub@mountvernon.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230705
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230511T204128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T225035Z
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SUMMARY:July 4th: Fourth of July Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join the Museum of the American Revolution in historic Philadelphia for a Fourth of July Weekend celebration with special activities\, costumed interpretation\, and crafts for all ages to discover the American Revolution and its ongoing relevance. Explore what freedom means to you throughout the weekend as you enjoy a heart-pounding drumline performance\, contribute to a collaborative art installation on the Museum’s outdoor plaza\, and explore the Museum’s special exhibition “Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia.” \nincluded with regular Museum admission
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/fourth-of-july-weekend/
LOCATION:Museum of the American Revolution\, 101 S. Third St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Museum%20of%20the%20American%20Revolution":MAILTO:amckechnie@amrevmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230630T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T195842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T195842Z
UID:39323-1688083200-1688083200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:2023 MyImpact Challenge Virtual Civics Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bill of Rights Institute for a virtual civics fair honoring the winners of the 2023 MyImpact Challenge civic engagement contest! Students from across the country entered their service projects\, and now it is time to celebrate our ten winners – including the student(s) who took home our $10\,000 Grand Prize! Come learn about student service projects and see how today’s youth are tackling local problems with innovative solutions.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/2023-myimpact-challenge-virtual-civics-fair/
LOCATION:Bill of Rights Institute\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,How We Celebrate,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill%20of%20Rights%20Institute":MAILTO:abrickley@mybri.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230530T110811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T110811Z
UID:39083-1687564800-1687564800@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:The Legend Singers Reunion Concert
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a live concert celebrating Black Music Month and 83 years of the Legend Singers’ continuous performance and preservation of African American folk music. The celebration will travel the Soul Train\, honoring Black musicians and their music\, from early slave songs to present day pop and hip-hop. \nPresented by Wells Fargo
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/the-legend-singers-reunion-concert/
LOCATION:Missouri History Museum\, 5700 Lindell Boulevard\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63112\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,Be Heard,How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri%20History%20Museum":MAILTO:kbuck@mohistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204153Z
UID:39023-1687564800-1687564800@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-5/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230623T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230623T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204324Z
UID:39027-1687478400-1687478400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-6/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204736Z
UID:39031-1687392000-1687392000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-9/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230622T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204613Z
UID:39035-1687392000-1687392000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-8/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230621T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204419Z
UID:39039-1687305600-1687305600@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-7/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T201251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T201251Z
UID:39199-1687305600-1687305600@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Ford Evening Book Talk: Alexandra Petri's US History
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Washington Post columnist Alexandra Petri\, author of Alexandra Petri’s US History. \nThis witty\, absurdist satire of the last 500 years is the fake textbook you never knew you needed! This side-splitting work of historical humor shows why Petri has been hailed as a “genius\,” a “national treasure\,” and “one of the funniest writers alive.” \nIn person attendees will have the opportunity to submit questions and have their books signed.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/ford-evening-book-talk-alexandra-petris-us-history/
LOCATION:George Washington’s Mount Vernon\, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway \, Mount Vernon\, VA\, 22121\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="George%20Washington%27s%20Mount%20Vernon":MAILTO:zjakub@mountvernon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230620T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T204053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T204053Z
UID:39043-1687219200-1687219200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Taps at the Tower
DESCRIPTION:Taps\, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals\, has a rich and storied history in the United States. It has long been associated with the U.S. Military\, and is often played at civilian events around the country. \nThe National WWI Museum and Memorial presents the ninth annual Taps at the Tower each evening at sunset (8:45 p.m.) from Sunday\, June 18 – Saturday\, June 24\, 2023. \nPeople are invited to come and use the grounds each evening\, have a picnic\, play games and enjoy the outdoors. At sunset\, people will gather at the Liberty Memorial Tower to experience Taps being played during a brief\, moving ceremony. The event will occur rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather\, the ceremony will be moved to the Paul Sunderland Bridge inside the Museum and Memorial.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/taps-at-the-tower-4/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Drive\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Immigration + Opportunity,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20WWI%20Museum%20and%20Memorial":MAILTO:hsheriff@theworldwar.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230518T032031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T211140Z
UID:39737-1687170600-1687174200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate! Juneteenth Edition
DESCRIPTION:The Celebrate! series\, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up\, highlights America’s rich cultural diversity through the arts. This program is tied directly to President and Mrs. Kennedy’s concern for and support of the arts and culture in a democratic society. Thanks to generous support from the Martin Richard Foundation and the Mass Cultural Council all performances are free. \nJuneteenth Feature: OKRA Dance Company – Africans in America: A Dance Journey through the Diaspora\nJoin us on Juneteenth in celebrating the profound influence of African dance\, music\, and rhythm on American culture. Let’s learn together and gain deeper appreciation in an entertaining and highly interactive program for all ages. \nWe encourage audience members to wear masks to boost the comfort level of the staff and your fellow participants. \nIf you cannot come to the Kennedy Library for this in-person program\, you can get a virtual ticket and receive a link to the live broadcast of the program.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/celebrate-juneteenth-edition/
LOCATION:John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum\, Columbia Point\, Boston\, MA\, 02125\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,How We Celebrate,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="John%20F.%20Kennedy%20Presidential%20Library%20and%20Museum":MAILTO:maria.quintero@nara.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T000000
DTSTAMP:20260428T234041
CREATED:20230511T205616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T205616Z
UID:39215-1687132800-1688428800@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Western PA Civic Season Photo Contest for Students
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh’s Heinz History Center is hosting a civics-themed photo contest. Open to high schoolers and undergraduates (who will compete in separate categories)\, it seeks to inspire Western Pennsylvanians to reflect upon the state of their civic community or the nature of their democracy. Photos taken in any of Western Pennsylvania’s 26 counties that in some way exhibit civic themes will be accepted. Participants are encouraged to think creatively about how to capture such themes in a photograph this Civic Season! \nBe sure to submit during Civic Season – Juneteenth to July 4th!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/western-pa-civic-season-photo-contest-for-students/
LOCATION:Senator John Heinz History Center\, PA\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Senator%20John%20Heinz%20History%20Center":MAILTO:llhblack@heinzhistorycenter.org
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