Contributing Veteran Stories to the National Veterans Memorial Museum Story Collection

Listen to conversations with veterans about their service in the NVMM Story Collection archive, then record and share your own conversation with a veteran in your family or community! All those touched by military service, including active service members, Veterans, spouses, children, friends, and community members are invited to record a conversation with or about […]

Bringing the War to an End-From Appomattox to Citronelle

American Battlefield Trust 1030 15th St NW Ste 900 East, WASHINGTON, DC, United States

This lecture explores the critical final months of the American Civil War, focusing on the series of surrenders that brought the conflict to a close. Starting with General Robert E. Lee's surrender to Ulysses S. Grant at Appomattox Court House in April 1865, we will trace the subsequent capitulations of Confederate forces across the South, […]

$5.50

A Slice of History: Trivia Night in Uintah County

Uintah County Heritage Museum 155 E Main Street , Vernal, UT, United States

Join us for an exciting evening of pizza and trivia! This event offers an opportunity to test your knowledge about the fascinating history of the Uinta Basin. Gather your friends and family for a night filled with intriguing questions, lively discussions, and the chance to win some prizes! Come on your own and test your […]

“Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration”

Oakland Asian Cultural Center 388 9th Street, Suite 290, Oakland, CA, United States

Activist and filmmaker Chizu Omori with JAMP presents “Changing Perspectives on Japanese American Incarceration.” The two-day conference, held June 21-22, 2025, from 9 AM to 5 PM at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center in Oakland’s Chinatown, will feature speakers and workshops focused on Japanese American history. Speakers include: Frank Abe, Julie Abo, Jeff Burton, Rob […]

$5 – $21

Civil War Frankfort: A Walking Tour

Kentucky Historical Society 100 W Broadway, Frankfort, KY, United States

Did you know that Frankfort was the only state capital to be captured by the Confederacy during the Civil War? Join KHS staff for a Civil War walking tour of downtown Frankfort. Learn about the history of the state capital during the conflict and its aftermath, the prominent leaders involved, and the military clashes that […]

$10

Presentation Exploring Fall Out of the Atomic Age: Beyond Los Alamos

Meadow Farm Museum 3400 Mountain Road, Glen Allen, VA, United States

As part of a commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, we will explore different aspects of the weapon that ended the war in our new free event series "Fall Out of the Atomic Age." In this first installment, we will delve into the history of the atomic bomb in […]

A Slice of History: An Evening of Music, Pizza and Stories of Wisconsin Veterans

The Wisconsin Veterans Museum 30 W Mifflin St, Madison, WI, United States

The Wisconsin Veterans Museum (WVM) joins more than 200 iconic museums across the nation in presenting a Civic Season program to promote museums as civic hubs for younger generations. WVM’s event, “Slice of History: An Evening of Music, Pizza, and Stories of Wisconsin Veterans,” on Friday, June 21st from 5-7pm, is free and open to […]

Flag Folding Ceremony

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

Participate in a moving ceremony featuring the unfurling and folding of a giant 36-foot American flag in the Great Hall. Reflect upon the civic democracy and history that the flag represents while learning the history of the adoption of our nation’s flag. Just as a flag this large requires many people to fold, consider the […]

Slice of History: Set Sail with Pizza and Mini-Golf

USS Constitution Museum Building 22 Charlestown Navy Yard , Charlestown , MA, United States

Celebrate Civic Season at the USS Constitution Museum with mini-golf and pizza! Fuel up with pizza provided by the USS Constitution Museum before you compete with USS Constitution sailors in our mini-golf tournament. Putt your way through history on our themed mini-golf course and step inside the Museum to enjoy our galleries after-hours. Slice of […]

$10

History on the Rocks: Cyclorama Spritz

Atlanta History Center 130 W Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA, United States

On Wednesday, July 2 from 7-9 pm, join us at The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama for a special History on the Rocks! One of only two cycloramas in the entire United States, this 138-year-old, 49-foot-tall, 10,000-pound painting depicts the 1864 Battle of Atlanta in vivid detail. We'll be hosting a Cyclorama scavenger hunt for the […]

$15 – $25

How to Research: Finding Your Revolutionary War Ancestors

Belmont Recreation Center 1600 Hilliard Road, Henrico, VA, United States

Do you think you have ancestors who fought in or supported the American Revolutionary War? Learn how to successfully research and document the lineage and service of your ancestors. Information: den63@henrico.gov

Design Your Stars and Stripes Flag

Eastern Henrico Recreation Center 1440 N Laburnum Avenue, Henrico, VA, United States

Let's celebrate veterans by designing a patriotic mosaic flag. Give to a loved one who has bravely served in the armed forces. Information: cun04@henrico.gov