How can educators of all disciplines prepare students to be active and informed participants in a democracy? Join us this summer to explore this question through the lens of six Smithsonian collections! Register for our free five-day virtual Summer Sessions and join an online community of educators across the country. Discover how museum objects can […]
Join the History Center for a panel discussion that will explore the history of voting rights in conjunction with the Civic Season theme of “Rewind, Reflect, and Reimagine.” Dr. Ray Block of Penn State University will discuss voting history in Pennsylvania, from state jurisdictions under the Constitution, to the 15th Amendment, through today. Civil rights […]
Bill Keene, a lecturer in history, urban studies, and architecture, examines developments from the 1930s onward that shaped Los Angeles as a magnet for population migration and a major center of industry. Emergent airplane manufacturing during the 1930s established the foundation for the explosive growth to meet the demands of WWII. Shipbuilding, aircraft production, and […]
Deliberations. US is a non-partisan organization dedicated to reinvigorating our democracy through fostering civic engagement and learning among America’s college students. By engaging America's youth in fact-based, nonpartisan and balanced deliberations, we’ll foster informed opinions, advance communication and critical thinking skills, reveal common ground, and bring democracy back to the people. Please join our online […]
Learn about three Texas foremothers who shaped history and how to connect with your own chosen ancestors using the wisdom of the tarot. About this event... We have Barbara Jordan to thank for the first minimum wage law in Texas. We have Sarah Weddington to thank for arguing and winning Roe v. Wade before the […]
Join us for a celebration of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness all holiday weekend. Explore our latest exhibitions and take part in special activities for all ages that invite us to reflect on how we can live up to our revolutionary ideals. Snap a selfie in front of our very own replica Liberty […]