Over the years Congress has embraced reforming the institution, but that process often was voter driven. Might the current hyper-partisanship be an equally impactful event that will change the way Congress operates? A bipartisan panel of former and current Members of Congress will discuss these issues. Moderated by Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, panelists […]
The early days of the movement, the changes of the 1960s, the AIDS epidemic and recent setbacks and strides forward for equality.
In this oral history, Mike tells about being a 13-year-old boy camping on a remote island off the coast of North Carolina in 1969. His story involves sea turtles, military commandos, moon-walking astronauts, and glowing sea creatures. Consider recording your own memories of times when your life and your family's lives have intersected with historic […]
Migration influences the world’s economies, cultures, and politics in major ways. Check out the impacts it has on the world with our Migration module!
In this short and snappy video, former Justice Yvette McGee Brown explains how Ohio’s court system works from the trial courts all the way to the Ohio Supreme Court.
This is the companion website to "¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States," the first exhibition from the National Museum of the American Latino. Examine what you know about U.S. history, Latino identity, immigration, historical legacies, and how Latinas and Latinos have shaped the nation. Listen to first-person oral histories, examine 3D objects, dive […]
Explore the important and often overlooked contributions of American women drummers throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This livestream will be hosted by Dr. Sherrie Maricle, drummer, educator, and music director of The DIVA Jazz Orchestra, FIVE PLAY and co-leader of the 3D Jazz Trio. She will also be joined by award-winning writer, producer, and […]
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 […]
Historical narratives are often different depending on who is telling the narrative, so how might we begin to communicate across these different perspectives? The History and Society Conversation Guide offers a simple, sociable and structured way to practice communicating across differences while building understanding and relationships. The guide allows small groups to meet online or […]
What if an African child in 1756 had Instagram when he was enslaved? Equiano.stories reimagines the historic childhood saga of Olaudah Equiano. The epic story is captured as a self-recorded, first-person account, within the format of Instagram Stories, using video, still images, and text. Equiano.stories presents the early life of one of the most dynamic figures in history, […]
It's time for History on Tap at Hi-Wire Brewing! Come celebrate Kentucky Statehood Day and the kick off of Civic Season with your local history organizations, the Filson Historical Society and Liberty Hall Historic Site! The Commonwealth of Kentucky was admitted to the Union as the 15th state on June 1, 1792. Grab a pint […]
Every year, Monticello's West Portico becomes an outdoor courtroom where dozens of individuals take the Oath of Citizenship to become Americans. This ceremony is marked by music from the Charlottesville Municipal Band and the Old Line Fife and Drum Corps. After the ceremony, visitors enjoy root beer floats and children's activities on the West Lawn.