“Give Me Liberty” Exhibition Highlight Tours

Virginia Museum of History & Culture 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA, United States

Join members of the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC) education team for thirty-minute highlight tours as they offer you an introduction to our newest exhibition, "Give Me Liberty: Virginia & The Forging of a Nation." Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, "Give Me Liberty" highlights Virginia’s leading role in the […]

While the tour is free, Daily Admission is required.

Palouse Summer Museum & Gallery Passport

McConnell Mansion 110 S. Adams St. , Moscow, ID, United States

Visiting museums and galleries can be a first step in learning about civics! From June through September, visit each participating museum and gallery to get your passport stamped, then be entered into a drawing for some great prizes! This fun summer activity is a perfect excuse to take a tour through eight fascinating locations around […]

WE THE ARTS 2025 — Civic Engagement Through Art with ArtsEd4All

ArtsEd4All has curated a menu of Civic Season art offerings of online activities and resources inspired by in-person gatherings, for the San Francisco Bay Area. Poetry, podcasts, films, articles, exhibits and instructions inviting all to CELEBRATE, LEARN, WATCH, SHARE, FOLD, SEE, LISTEN, READ, VISIT, SHIFT & BLOOM! • A free day of music, art workshops […]

Feast of Reason

David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Join us in the visitor center courtyard at Monticello to kick-off Civic Season with a Feast of Reason. Inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s legendary dinner parties—where great minds gathered to exchange ideas over food and drink—the Feast of Reason is a unique guided conversation dedicated to intellectual exploration, civil discourse, and the pursuit of knowledge. After […]

The Nation’s Stage Exhibit

U.S. Capitol Visitor Center U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC, United States

As the home of Congress, the Capitol is our nation’s stage. Here, the most important scenes of our collective life as citizens take place. It is where the civic traditions and ceremonies that affirm our democracy developed over time. The rituals that lend a sense of occasion, importance, and unity to our country today take […]

Set Up a Civic Conversation with Family or Friends

This small-group discussion topic series encourages informed conversations around complex issues affecting Virginians and Americans. To facilitate these discussions, the Library of Virginia has chosen an accessible film to watch, created extensive online resource guides about the topic, and generated some potential discussion questions.

Art, Healing, and Community Support: How Queerness thrives in Empathy and Expression

South Asia Institute 1925 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

How can art serve as a tool for healing in queer communities? What roles have pop culture, drag, music, writing, and other creative expressions played in helping queer individuals embrace and understand their identities? How can parents, families, friends, and communities show meaningful solidarity by supporting queer people and their artistic expressions? Moderated by Music […]

Faces of Freedom: A 160th Juneteenth Celebration

Meadow Farm Museum 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

Since 1619, people of African ancestry have been woven into the American tapestry. Our Faces of Freedom full-day event celebrates Africans and African Americans from the 1600s to today. Atumpan will perform traditional dance with drums to honor the first Africans to arrive in the Americas. Historical interpreters will be on-site and on stage to […]

Healdsburg Jazz Festival: Juneteenth Celebration on the Plaza

Healdsburg Plaza Corner of Healdsburg Ave and Matheson St., Healdsburg, CA, United States

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FROM 2-8 PM. Featuring live music by the Orrin Evans Trio, The Dynamic Miss Faye Carol & Tyreek McDole Quintet. These three stellar bands exemplify the power of music as a liberational force. In addition, the day will feature poet Enid Pickett, KCSM’s Greg Bridges, hands-on art workshops with Andi […]

Juneteenth 2025

Atlanta History Center 130 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA, United States

Join us for a free day filled with activities for the whole family as we celebrate Juneteenth and the enduring power of Black craftsmanship and artistry! For generations, African American artisans have shaped history—turning raw materials into powerful narratives that echo across time. From ancestral techniques carried across oceans to bold, contemporary expressions that redefine […]

Celebrating Juneteenth: West African Rhythms and Movements

JFK Presidential Library and Museum Columbia Point, Boston, MA, United States

The multicultural Benkadi Drum and Dance group returns to the JFK Presidential Library and Museum to perform new dances showcasing traditional West African rhythms and movements. With vivid costumes, interpretive dance, and audience participation, join us in honor of Juneteenth! The Celebrate! series, appropriate for family audiences and children ages 5 and up, highlights America’s […]

Civic Chat: Today’s Superheroes Guiding Tomorrow’s Changemakers

Laramie County Library 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY, United States

It takes people of all kinds to shape our communities and our country for the better. Learn whether you’re a nurturer, defender, connector or amplifier—your unique Civic Superpower can change the world. Cheyenne’s We the People students will lead inspiring and energizing conversations with local Civic Superheroes who will share their experiences, give advice, and […]