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Freedom on Paper: An Exhibition of “Free Negro Registers” from the Virginia Untold Project

Library of Virginia 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA, United States

In celebration of Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States, visitors to the Library of Virginia will have the rare opportunity to view a selection of "Free Negro Registers" displayed in the lobby and to learn about the Library’s efforts to digitize, preserve, and make them more accessible. These […]

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The Great Dissenter: The Story of John Marshall Harlan, America’s Judicial Hero

Filson Historical Society 1310 S. 3rd Street, Louisville, KY, United States

They say that history is written by the victors. But not in the case of the most famous dissenter on the Supreme Court. Almost a century after his death, John Marshall Harlan’s words helped end segregation and gave us our civil rights and our modern economic freedom. This is a hybrid event with in-person and […]

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The Power of Media in the 19th Century and…Now!

National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House 17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY, United States

Join the National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House for a specialty tour offering on Sunday, June 19 at 2 pm. The tour will discuss the role of the media in the 19th century and how the legendary American civil rights leader, Susan B. Anthony, carefully curated her public image. The tour also explores the […]

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Presidents in Pop Culture: Reverence, Respect, Ridicule

Smithsonian Associates , United States

Every president is the central player in the drama called America, and it’s increasingly crucial for presidents to generate a positive image in popular culture. But the respect and even reverence that once surrounded the presidency have seriously eroded, replaced by skepticism, cynicism, and often ridicule, making governing all the more difficult. Veteran White House […]

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Craftivism: Make Your Protest Patch

The Carpenters' Company of Philadelphia 116 N 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The art of protest. The Carpenters' Company and CraftNOW Philadelphia will host a Saturday morning event at Old City Phialdelphia's Art in the Age. We will briefly discuss the history and importance of craft to American protest and resistance movements. Following an interactive discussion, participants will be instructed on how to make their own protest […]

Smithsonian Summer Sessions: Inspiring Civic Engagement

Smithsonian Institution , United States

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 […]

Freedom Is a Constant Struggle: African Americans at the Ballot

Senator John Heinz History Center 1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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 […]

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Virtual Session: Los Angeles, An Emerging Megalopolis

Smithsonian Associates DC, United States

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 […]

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Come Discuss the Electoral College and Alternatives

Deliberations.US MI, United States

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 […]

Chosen Ancestors Texas Tarot Tour

Democrasexy 909 Navasota Street, Austin, TX, United States

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 […]

NLM Presents: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness

National Liberty Museum 321 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, United States

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 […]

A Brief History of Four Virginia Constitutions

Library of Virginia Richmond, VA, United States

Library of Virginia historian Dr. Brent Tarter discusses four important Virginia constitutions: 1776, 1869, 1902, and 1971. These were on display at the Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Virginia's current constitution, the seventh in the state's history, which went into effect on July 1, 1971.

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