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 […]
Bob’s Pop-Up Court You be the judge. Step into our pop-up courtroom and rule on real-life civic dilemmas—from youth curfews to online free speech. Inspired by Justice Robert H. Jackson, […]
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 […]
Women in the newly formed United States had a degree of independence that would slowly disappear as the 19th century advanced. Discover the lives of these intelligent and articulated women […]
On May 23, 2024, the U.S. Capitol Historical Society hosted an in-person and live-streamed symposium commemorating the 100th anniversary of the 1924 Indian Citizenship Act. The symposium featured several of […]
Discover the history of Juneteenth through arts, crafts, and other hands-on activities. Information: sch107@henrico.gov
Uncover the role of investigative journalism in shaping our understanding of the criminal justice system. Through live storytelling, panel discussions, and interactive exhibits, this program brings together award-winning reporters, formerly […]
Over the years Together Frankfort has organized and hosted a variety of events designed to inform and engage the citizens of Frankfort. Civics 101 is a series of forums to […]
Civic Season is a time to explore your story - and how it connects to our nation’s complex past - through events, activities and resources from credible sources. Take part […]
Listen in as Lucy Nichols discusses her experience as a nurse for the Union during the Civil War, and her fight for fair compensation after the War.
Let’s talk history, civics, and democracy with an old-school pizza party. Featured history: those two times Frederick Douglass visited Saginaw. Learn what he had to say when he was here. […]
Enjoy an unforgettable night out during Third Thursdays at the National Liberty Museum! Held monthly, this vibrant after-hours event transforms the Museum into a lively social scene to connect with […]