Read “Did You Know?” Blog

History Cambridge , United States

The History Cambridge Did You Know? blog explores the many facets of local history in Cambridge, Massachusetts. We examine how the past influences the present in order to shape a better future.

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Can You Pass the U.S. Citizenship Test?

New-York Historical Society , United States

Do you know what it takes to become an American? This quiz features questions from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services naturalization exam paired with objects from the New-York Historical Society's collections to create key connections and context in American history.

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Paquito D’Rivera’s Story

Smithsonian's National Museum of American History , United States

Read or listen to this oral history featuring Latin Jazz artist, Paquito D'Rivera.

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Explore the “Many Voices, One Nation” Exhibition

Smithsonian's National Museum of American History , United States

The people of North America came from many cultures and spoke different languages long before the founding of the United States, even before European contact. In creating the new nation, early leaders envisioned a country that promised opportunity and freedom—but only for some. As the population grew, the people who lived in the United States […]

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Larry Sabato on Good Citizenship

Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Monticello , United States

Dr. Larry J. Sabato gave the keynote address for Monticello's 54th Annual Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony on July 4, 2016. Sabato shares his thoughts on immigration, citizenship, Thomas Jefferson, and being at Monticello for the Fourth of July.

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Then & Now Google Classroom: The Relevance of History in Current Events

Rhode Island Historical Society , United States

Then & Now: The Relevance of History in Current Events, are a series of Google Classrooms designed to create historical context for the stories we see in our social media feeds and on the news. Using primary sources, articles, and videos each classroom traces how past events have influenced our contemporary world, and while empowers […]

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Can you pass the citizenship test?

Smithsonian's National Museum of American History , United States

Preparing for the Oath is an easy-to-use study guide for the civics portion of the 2008 U.S. Naturalization Test. Here, you can learn about U.S. history and government and practice for the test.

The History of the Nutcracker and Yellowface

Final Bow to Yellowface , United States

It’s time for us to replace caricature with character; it's time for Yellowface in ballet to take a Final Bow! Explore the history of yellowface in the U.S. by taking an in-depth look at The Nutcracker ballet's choreography, costuming & makeup.

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DACA Organizers on What Democracy Looks Like

Smithsonian's National Museum of American History , United States

Taking a cue from the popular protest call-and-response—"Show me what democracy looks like! This is what democracy looks like!"—this site explores what democracy looks like from the perspectives of five organizers working in today's undocumented movement. Through their stories, these organizers invite us to look beyond the headlines and the issues often associated with undocumented […]

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Attend Naturalization Ceremony, Meet Betsy Ross and See a Flag Made of M&Ms at Flag Fest

Betsy Ross House, Historic Philadelphia , United States

The celebration kicks off at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 13 when Betsy Ross, herself, raises the flag in the courtyard to mark the beginning of National Flag Week.  Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will entertain from the courtyard stage, telling short, interactive and little-known stories featuring our nation’s flag. Other highlights of the week will include the […]

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Migration Module

World101 from the Council on Foreign Relations , United States

Migration influences the world’s economies, cultures, and politics in major ways. Check out the impacts it has on the world with our Migration module!

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