The Rise and Fall of the Fighting Editor Exhibit
2025-07-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Belmont Recreation Center, 1600 Hillard Road, Henrico, VA, 23228, United States
Born into slavery in Henrico County, John Mitchell, Jr. would become known as the fighting editor of the Richmond Planet newspaper confronting the violence and injustices of the Jim Crow South through his publication. Whether it was through the organizing of boycotts, the endless crusading against lynching laws, or public appearances to allow his persecutors to do their worst, Mitchell would not back down. Be sure to check out the travelling exhibit Un/bound: Free Black Virginians, 1619-1865 before or after the program. Information: sch107@henrico.gov

The Birth of Jim Crow
2025-07-13 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Belmont Recreation Center, 1600 Hillard Road, Henrico, VA, 23228, United States
In the wake of newly found freedom for African American came the birth of the insidious character known as “Jim Crow”. We explore the long history of Jim Crow and how a silent film emerged at the dawn of the 20th and the repercussions that still affect our world today. Be sure to check out the traveling exhibit Un/bound: Free Black Virginians 1619-1865 before or after the program. Information: sch107@henrico.gov

Pearl Meets Tyrone Nelson
2025-07-25 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Meadow Farm Museum, 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060, United States
Puppet Pearl the sheep wants to know more about local government. Tyrone Nelson, the supervisor for the Varina Magisterial District, will read a story and talk about what the board of supervisors does, what being a member of the board is like, and answer questions from the audience. Information: sch107@henrico.gov

Hamiltruth or Hamilfiction: Alexander Hamilton Trivia
2025-07-26 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N LABURNUM AVE, Henrico, VA, 23223, United States
Do you know your Hamiltruths from your Hamilfictions? Find out in our new trivia game where we will test your knowledge of the hit musical versus the real life of Alexander Hamilton.
Be sure to check out the travelling exhibit, Founding Frenemies: Hamilton and the Virginians while you’re here. Information: sch107@henrico.gov
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Common Ground: The Heart of Community
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Japanese American National Museum, United States
Incorporating hundreds of objects, documents, and photographs from JANM’s collection, this exhibition chronicles Japanese American history, beginning in the late 1800s with the early days of the Issei (first generation) pioneers and continuing through the World War II incarceration, post-war resettlement, and the redress movement.
Timed, advance tickets are required. No walk-ins admitted. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PDT), Friday, Saturday, and Sunday only. Last entry is at 4 p.m.

"We the People, Me the Person" Exhibit at the Carnegie Museum
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | The Carnegie Museum of Montgomery County, United States
We the People, Me the Person is an exhibit focusing on the role of national and local government. The exhibit features content on citizenship, Constitutional Amendments, landmark Supreme Court cases, and women’s suffrage. The Museum is free and open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10:00-5:00.

American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Senator John Heinz History Center, United States
Developed in partnership with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History and the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), this timely exhibit provides much-needed historical context following a year that included heated elections, civil unrest, and challenges to our democracy.
With rare artifacts, engaging interactives, and immersive exhibit design, the American Democracy exhibit showcases the history of how we’ve voted, protested, and engaged with our politics, from the nation’s formation to today.

Explore the "You Have to Start a Thing" Exhibition
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | North Carolina Museum of History, United States
“You Have to Start a Thing” explores how Tar Heel women and men fought for—and against—woman suffrage in the decades leading up to 1920. It also chronicles the ongoing struggle to ensure voting rights for North Carolinians of color and the (slow) entry of women into positions of political power in our state.
The museum is closed to the public Monday, is open 9 AM – 5 PM Tuesday – Saturday, open Sunday noon – 5 PM in downtown Raleigh, NC. Museum admission is FREE.

Court House Square Walking Tour
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Albemarle Charlottesville Historical Society, Charlottesville, VA, United States
Court Square & Environs: Our trained volunteers and staff will escort you on a guided walking tour around the Historic Court Square and its environs, the original 1762 core of Charlottesville. Tours start on the sidewalk in front of the Albemarle County Courthouse and end at the McIntire Building, covering local history from pre-Revolution up to recent events. $7 per person. Tours are flexible and can be catered to specific dates and times needed.

Hamilton the Musical at Mount Vernon
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | George Washington’s Mount Vernon, United States
While there is no record of Alexander Hamilton visiting, evidence of Hamilton the Musical abound at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. What ideas was Lafayette fighting for with all those Guns and Ships? Where are those Fig Trees? Opportunities to “that we can sing along in harmony” will be optional.
Spots are limited.
This program is offered Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays throughout Civic Season (at 10:00 a.m.)

Hear American Stories from Soldiers
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | National Museum of the United States Army, United States
Highlighting the experiences of Soldiers, both renowned and lesser-known, the Museum honors the accomplishments, commitment, and sacrifice of those who have served and creates a rich tapestry of history in times of war and peace. Each soldier’s story adds a new thread to the fabric of the American story. Visit in person to learn more – admission is free and timed tickets are required.

Smithsonian Estudios Sociales en Línea
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, United States
Participa en una exploración en línea de temas clave en estudios sociales, presentando recursos de museos de la institución Smithsonian.

Subscribe to the "Get Smart About News" Newsletter
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | News Literacy Project, United States
Get Smart About News is our new free newsletter designed for the general public. It explores timely examples of misinformation, addresses media and press freedom topics and discusses social media trends and issues.

Take a Tour through Kentucky's Civil Rights History
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Kentucky Historical Society, Lexington, KY, United States
Through a digital (or in-real-life) tour of historical markers, learn about Kentuckians involvement in the push for Civil Rights, as well as landmark legislation, court decisions, and other activities which led to expanded freedom in the Commonwealth.
Visit online or useThe ExploreKY smartphone app to access numerous tours and experiences, to customize walking, driving, or virtual tours throughout Kentucky.

Stronger Together: Black Liberation and Asian Solidarity
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Japanese American National Museum, United States
The USC Pacific Asia Museum, the Chinese American Museum, and the Japanese American National Museum presented “Stronger Together: Black Liberation and Asian Solidarity” virtually on November 19, 2020. The discussion covered the historic moment in the movement for Black lives and the importance of cross-movement solidarity and coalitional consciousness. The panelists reflected on the history of Black-Asian solidarity and what we can learn from the past in order to live in a liberated future. The panel also offered thoughts on how we move forward following the much anticipated November 3, 2020 presidential election results.
Collaboration between the Japanese American National Museum, the USC Pacific Asia Museum, and the Chinese American Museum.

Visit the Cabinet Room of President Abraham Lincoln
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Abraham Lincoln Center for Character Development, United States
The Lincoln Heritage Museum, and the Abraham Lincoln Center for Character Development, is an interactive museum dedicated to telling the story of the life of Abraham Lincoln, and the character qualities he developed. The mission is to learn lessons from one of the greatest figures in history on how to live out our lives differently. The museum is open 9-4 Tuesday through Friday, and 1-4 on Saturdays.

Tour Guide Tell All Podcast
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | DC by Foot, United States
Local D.C. tour guides bring history to life with the Tour Guide Tell All podcast. Confront the often scandalous and incendiary past through conversations about dynamic individuals and inciting events that help shape us today. Focused on storytelling and tourism, this podcast is the history class you wished you’d had in school.

Voting & States Rights—Rights for All?
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Connecticut Explored, United States
It’s important to understand the role of states in extending—and limiting—the right to vote. We might think that voting as a right for everyone was part of our founding values—but history tells us differently. Protecting your right to vote begins at your state legislature.

Tour Gadsby’s Tavern Museum with special National Anthem exhibit
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Historic Alexandria, United States
Tour Gadsby’s at your own pace and immerse yourself in the spaces and stories of the tavern and early America. Learn how all social classes and people—free and enslaved, men and women, African American and white—were part of not just the tavern, but the creation of Alexandria and the young nation through exhibits and interactives. While touring, enjoy the special, interactive exhibit “Reflecting on the National Anthem.”

Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Thomas Jefferson Foundation, Monticello, United States
In this recording of a livestream at Monticello, veteran Thomas Jefferson interpreter Bill Barker, discusses the events leading up to and prompting the Declaration of Independence.

They Called Us Enemy: An Intergenerational Conversation on Racial Injustice
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Japanese American National Museum, United States
Join us for this intergenerational conversation on racial injustice and reconciliation surrounding George Takei’s graphic memoir, They Called Us Enemy, which tells the story of Takei’s imprisonment in a WWII Japanese American concentration camp. June Berk, a former WWII incarceree and Japanese American National Museum volunteer will be interviewed by Abbi-Hope Jihye Park and Abigail Eun, two Los Angeles-area high school students from the Koreatown Youth and Community Center’s Koreatown Storytelling Program. They will discuss the novel, the many histories that it connects, and its lessons for our futures.
Program was a collaboration between the Japanese American National Museum, Koreatown Youth and Community Center Koreatown Storytelling Program, and the “Book to Action” program of the California Library Association

Voices from Black Louisville, 1900-1940
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Kentucky Historical Society, United States
In this collection of oral histories, African American residents of Louisville discuss their history from 1900 to 1940, especially their participation in education, politics, business, and community development.

Watch John Lewis Speak on Rights and Justice in America
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | National Archives Foundation, United States
Congressman John Lewis discusses rights in America in a 2016 video narrated by journalist Cokie Roberts. The video was part of a series of national conversations about equality in America to mark the 225th anniversary of the ratification of the Bill of Rights and accompany the National Archives’ 2016 exhibit, Amending America.

Watch the National Youth Summit on Teen Resistance to Systemic Racism
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, United States
How can young Americans create a more equitable nation? Explore and discuss this question using resources and videos from the 2020 National Youth Summit. The Summit was centered on the case study of Claudette Colvin—a 15-year-old Black student in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1955. Colvin refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus and testified in the legal case that brought an end to segregated busing in Montgomery.

Why America Needs Service, Now More Than Ever
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | American Academy of Arts & Sciences and Service Year Alliance, United States
COVID-19 and the fallout from the 2020 election have exposed the fragility of American democratic institutions and the importance of rebuilding the nation’s civic culture. Should there be a universal expectation of national service for youth? What role should national service play in repairing American democracy and in helping the nation emerge from the pandemic? The conversation examines how service can bring Americans out of their political bubbles and mend some of the inequities exposed by COVID-19. In collaboration with Service Year Alliance.

Watch "Walk Through the War: 1863 – Civilians Revolt"
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | American Civil War Museum, United States
Two years into the American Civil War, it still isn’t clear who is “winning”. Civilians both above and below the Mason-Dixon are contemplating the cost of the conflict. Join us as we explore the response of regular people to the burdens of war.

Panel: Protest & Citizenship (Part II)
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Massachusetts Historical Society, United States
Collective protest, in addition to being a constitutionally protected right, is a fundamental and enduring part of American life and culture. This panel revisited a conversation held at the MHS in 2018 that explored the ways in which protest has been used to highlight injustice and change the citizenship rights of certain groups. In the wake of the high-profile demonstrations triggered by the murder of George Floyd, what can we take from the past to understand our current political and social climate?
See Part I

Gen Z Political Panel With Mandana Dayani
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | The Conversationalist, United States
The ConversationaLIST is our annual honoree list recognizing exceptional Gen-Z’ers making an impact, simply by using their voices for good where we are honoring young people, as well as celebrities who have done incredible work across ten different categories. Watch the video to see a panel discussion with our Gen Z honorees for Politics 2020-2021, as well as our celebrity honoree Mandana Dayani. Mandana is the Creator & Co-Founder of I Am A Voter- a non-partisan organization dedicated to creating a cultural shift around voting and civic engagement, and she is also the co-host of The Dissenters, a podcast with Debra Messing.
This panel is brought to you by The Conversationalist, a multimedia content and community platform that aims to connect and amplify Gen Z voices.

What Does Citizenship Mean as an American?
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Colonial Williamsburg, United States
What are the responsibilities and opportunities of citizenship in our republic? Do we all have the same rights as citizens? Do we all view citizenship the same way? Watch a panel discussion between prominent voices in national affairs as they examine American citizenship.
Panelists Cora Masters Barry, Founder and CEO of the Recreation Wish List Committee, Carly Fiorina, Chair of the Colonial Williamsburg Board of Trustees, and Jeffrey Rosen, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center discussed the role of citizenship in our nation and in our own communities in this cornerstone event of Colonial Williamsburg’s national conversation series, US: Past, Present, Future, now available to watch on YouTube or at colonialwilliamsburg.org/us.

Women Forging the Way
2099-01-01 00:00 UTC | Senator John Heinz History Center, United States
Learn about different women who made an impact on Western Pennsylvania. Journalist Nellie Bly traveled the world in a record-breaking 72 days. Musician Mary Lou Williams introduced new audiences to the world of jazz. Activist Daisy Lampkin battled for equal rights for women and Civil Rights for all. Filmmaker Lois Weber became America’s first woman film director. Abolitionist Jane Grey Swisshelm fought against slavery and advocated for women’s rights.
