The Chinese rail workers were vital to the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad and more than 10,000 Chinese men were hired to build a railroad over the difficult terrain of the Sierra Nevada. Explore the history of the difficult and dangerous work these men completed, as well as the discrimination and racism the Chinese faced […]
Signs of the Times is an exhibition about the history of protest in North Carolina—about the people who protest, the wide array of issues they debate, and the way they shape society. The artifacts and images illustrate how protests occur over time, the many forms and expressions they take, and the lasting legacies of these […]
Step back in time to learn about 13 major events in Washington, DC's unique political history and how geography and politics determine who enjoys the rights of U.S. citizenship, and who remains disenfranchised. Best accessed using Chrome browser.
The York County History Center invites you to explore the foundations of Colonial government when you visit the Colonial Complex. This property showcases life in the Colonial Period with a focus on Pennsylvania's Founding, the Second Continental Congress, and General Horatio Gates. Tours of the Colonial Complex are offered Tuesday-Saturday at 11 am, 1 pm, […]
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 […]
The Heinz History Center and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will welcome new U.S. citizens during a special Naturalization Ceremony. Families and guests will watch as young immigrants become American citizens as part of this pivotal milestone in the naturalization process. The Naturalization Ceremony is open to the public.
Join the Arkansas Travelers Youth Foundation, Engage Arkansas, and the Clinton Presidential Library & Museum at Dickey Stephens Park on June 29th for a Civic Season celebration. Throughout the ballgame, there will be fun games and fabulous prizes plus you'll learn about the Arkansas Civic Challenge and how to connect to your community through the […]
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 […]
Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the 4th of July with the National Archives. For over 50 years, the Archives has celebrated the founding of the United States with a patriotic celebration that includes a ceremonial reading of the Declaration of Independence. This one-of-a-kind event takes place on the Museum steps, and there […]
Reflect upon the civic legacy of Pittsburgh and find objects in the museum relating to civics and democracy. Campaign buttons have been used throughout U.S. history to advertise for or against another candidate, political party, or issue. Examine past campaign buttons in the History Center’s collection and design your own button inspired by your vision […]
Celebrate community resilience at Kansas City's official Independence Day event! The 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 […]
When Joseph Magoffin helped write the articles of Incorporation for El Paso, he helped shape the modern city. In this series, we will compare Joseph’s vision for El Paso to what is has become in the last 150 years. Guest speakers from municipal agencies will be invited to speak about their departments and let us […]