Slice Of History: Civics in the Shade
2025-06-24 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, 20 N Coalter St, Staunton, VA, 24401-4332, United States
Grab your friends and join us for a Slice of History in our garden with free pizza, community conversations and special activities. Celebrate Civic Season and connect with community partners on ways to be civically engaged, chat with others on what civics means to you, make advocacy buttons and more while hanging in the shade! Registration is encouraged but not required.

Who is Gerry and Why is He Mandering: Slice of History Game Night
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Join us for Who is Gerry and Why is He Mandering: Slice of History, a fun, interactive game night that mixes history with pizza party vibes. You’ll play games, solve puzzles, and discover how the political landscape has been shaped by gerrymandering. Plus, you’ll pick up some essential civic knowledge that’ll make you the most informed person in the room (and online).
What’s in it for you?
– A chance to learn about gerrymandering while having fun
– Pizza. Lots of pizza
– Chill vibes and great company
– Knowledge that you can actually use in the real world
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to mix history with a good time. Grab your friends, and game on!

From Germanna to Judge Judy: Judicial Jeopardy Night
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Central Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Do you have what it takes to win?!
Step up to the bench and put your judicial knowledge to the test at Historic Germanna’s Judicial Jeopardy Night, a light-hearted interactive trivia night that explores the evolution of American legal history from colonial courtrooms to courtroom TV.
Hosted at the Fredericksburg Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, this fun but educational evening will feature a judiciary-themed Jeopardy game. Test your knowledge, win a prize, but also come prepared to learn surprising new facts.
This event is part of Civic Season, an initiative created by Made By Us to bridge Independence Day and Juneteenth by inviting people of all ages—especially young adults—to connect with the past, take action in the present, and shape the future. Judicial Jeopardy Night offers a chance to do just that: learn about the history of our country’s judiciary, what its current role is, and how you can get involved.
Come ready to compete, learn, and laugh, no legal background required. We’ll bring the trivia and the free pizza; you bring your best guess and your appetite for justice.
This event will take place in Room #1 at the Fredericksburg Branch of CRRL. Arrive at 5:00pm for pizza and socializing; trivia will begin at 5:30pm.

Community Conversation: Should the Government Regulate Social Media?
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY, 82001, United States
Do you enjoy the freedom to doom scroll on TikTok or stay connected with friends and family on Instagram? Do you like participating in conversations about topics that impact your daily life? Join Braver Angels for a community gathering to discuss the government’s role in regulating social media. Whether you’re a seasoned debater or new to public forums, all levels of engagement are welcome. See details and RSVP at tinyurl.com/regsoc.

Gardens After Hours: Community Place, History Based, and Rejuvenation Station
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Tudor Place, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007, United States
Civic Season is celebrating the power of community building, with sites serving as vibrant third spaces—places where connections are formed, history is shared, and ideas turn into action.
Tudor Place will offer spaces for participants to share their thoughts on the past and present to build networks for the future. Through talk back boards, an art craft, a mocktail, live music (6pm -7pm) a look at collection objects from the 1920s and more, we hope that this Tudor Tuesday event brings people together to create a stronger community.
Visitors are welcome to bring a picnic (blankets and camp chairs permitted, no red wine or red/purple juices allowed). Be sure to remove all trash. Trash receptacles are not provided. Due to the historic landscape, games, chairs with legs, blow up furniture are not permitted.
Suggested donation of $5 for those 18+ (but not required)

Slice of History Trivia Night: Kentucky Edition
2025-06-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Liberty Hall Historic Site, 863 Wilkinson Blvd, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States
Free Event* Get a Slice of History and test your knowledge of Kentucky history and pop-culture! Join Liberty Hall at Local’s Pizza for free pizza provided by Made by Us and Pizza to the Polls for a night of history, fun, and prizes. *Team Registration required in advance!

Trivia Night: Chenango County Historical Society
2025-06-24 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chenango County Historical Society, 22 East Main St, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
Test your knowledge about your home county! Enjoy some delicious pizza and play some Chenango County trivia!

Slice of History: Aurora & You
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Aurora Public Library District – Santori Library, 101 S River St, Aurora, IL, 60506, United States
We’re all a part of Aurora’s history! Join us for a trivia night themed around local history. We’ll also have pizza, snacks, and button-making, while supplies last. Ages 12+

Democracy Happy Hour with Civic Trivia Night
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | TailGate Brewery, 1464 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
Join the Tennessee Democracy Network, Organize Tennessee, Our Voices Chattanooga, and WTCI-PBS at Democracy Happy Hour – Now with Civic Trivia!
This is a casual get-together for anyone interested in civic engagement in the Chattanooga area. Come out and meet some activists, organizers, journalists, and local government representatives who are changing Chattanooga for the better, and have fun doing it!
Trivia at TailGate Brewery begins at 7:15pm! Come celebrate the Civic Season with us!

Weekday Wander on the Trails: Civic Love
2025-06-25 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
On this wander, participants will be introduced to and invited to utilize the “36 Questions for Civic Love” from the National Public Housing Museum. In collaboration with Civic Season programming, this wander encourages us all to strengthen our community relationships.

Athens Newcomer Day
2025-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Historic Athens Welcome Center, 280 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA, 30601, United States
Newcomer Days are welcoming, low-pressure events designed to help new Athens residents connect with local history, community resources, and one another. Each event includes refreshments, a tour of the historic Church-Waddel-Brumby House, brief presentations from local government agencies, and a hands-on activity where participants design and create their own hand-stamped tote bag to take home.

Slice of History: Mexican American Civil Rights History Game Day
2025-06-25 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Northwest Vista College Palmetto Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 3535 N Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78251, United States
Join us for the second annual Slice of History: Mexican American Civil Rights Game Day. Learn about Mexican American Civil Rights history and civic engagement over pizza, lotería, and trivia! Prizes will be awarded. 🍕🍕
📅 Wednesday, June 25, 2025
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Northwest Vista College, 3535 N Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX 78251
📍 Palmetto Center for the Arts (PCA) Recital Hall – Room 107
🆓 This is a FREE event!
Presented by MACRI, Northwest Vista College’s Mexican American Studies and History Departments, and Youth Do Vote.
This is an official Civic Season event. Civic Season is a new tradition for self-discovery and civic upskilling, co-created by Gen Z and cultural institutions. Civic Season is the flagship program from Made By Us, a network of hundreds of museums, historic sites, libraries, and archives unleashing access to history for younger generations. Learn more about Civic Season at https://www.thecivicseason.com/
RSVP at https://www.somosmacri.org/event-details/slice-of-history-mexican-american-civil-rights-history-game-day
MACRI’s programs are funded in part by the City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture, Bexar County, the Mellon Foundation, the John L. Santikos Charitable Foundation Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation, Spurs Give, and individual donors like you! Gracias!

How Women Won the Right to Vote
2025-06-25 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, United States Capitol, Washington, DC, 20510, United States
Join us for a free two-part program:
First, watch a documentary clip about the hard-won battle to ratify the 19th Amendment. We will discuss the process of amending the Constitution and how citizens play an active role in maintaining and expanding American democracy.
Then, take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol, featuring the stories of women who set the stage for equality, fought for the right to vote, and advocated for future generations.

Civil War and Civil Rights
2025-06-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC, 20510, United States
Join us for a free three-part program:
First, watch a scene from a popular film about President Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to end slavery in the United States. We will discuss the political pressures of the time and reasons for amending the Constitution.
Then, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law in 1965.
Last, take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol featuring some of the Americans whose extraordinary actions changed the course of U.S. civil rights history.

Scroll Smarter: Practical Media Literacy Tools
2025-06-25 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Join MediaWise specialists in this class to help you build skills to tell fact from fiction in media.
In this interactive session, you’ll get a crash course in media literacy basics and proven techniques for spotting mis- and disinformation. Then, put your skills to the test with real-world examples — and walk away with practical tips for navigating tough conversations with loved ones who’ve fallen for false claims.

A Slice of History: Pizza and Historic Crafts
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The John Bell House, 43 The Green, Dover, DE, 19901, United States
Did somebody say free pizza and crafting? We certainly did! Join us at the John Bell House Interpretive Center on June 18th from 5 PM – 7 PM to join other history and crafting enthusiasts in creating something new. Historical interpreters will be on site performing their own historic crafts from lace making and sewing to painting and embroidery. All are welcome! Admission and pizza is free, but we ask that you sign up with this form: https://forms.gle/7ERHpNSNwaHeJBD69
This program is in partnership with Made By Us and Civic Season with pizza provided by Pizza to the Polls.

Wednesday Nights: Reentry Simulation
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Reflect on some of the many structural challenges people face when returning home from prison. During this hands-on experience, you’ll be assigned a fictitious back story and persona then encounter simulated scenarios that mirror real-life tasks like finding a job, reporting to a parole office, and paying bills. At the end of the activity, you’ll debrief your experience and discuss the criminal justice system and complexities of reentry.
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About Wednesday Nights:
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site opens its gates this summer for Wednesday Nights! With a different theme each week, Wednesday Nights provide a fun and meaningful night out—combining history, culture, and entertainment in a one-of-a-kind setting. Enjoy immersive experiences, interactive events, and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of Philadelphia’s most unique landmarks.
Take a curated, self-guided audio tour by scanning QR codes throughout the historic site. Engage with exhibits, art installations, and pop-up talks highlighting the history of Eastern State Penitentiary and the impact of the criminal justice system today. Sit for artist Mark Loughney, and add your portrait to his growing installation Pyrrhic Defeat. Reflect and connect in The Fair Chance Beer Garden—offering soft drinks, small-batch craft beer, wine, and cocktails—presented in partnership with Triple Bottom Brewing.

Wine Down Wednesday in Richmond
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | American Civil War Museum – Tredegar, 480 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
Unwind after a long workday with stunning views of the James River at Wine Down Wednesday! Join us for an evening of relaxation, live music, and light refreshments inside the American Civil War Museum – Tredegar.
Enjoy a drink in hand, great company, and a laid-back atmosphere surrounded by history.
Museum Members receive a complimentary drink ticket — just our way of saying thank you!
What to Expect:
Wine and other beverages available for purchase
Live local music to set the mood
Light refreshments provided
A scenic and historic setting right by the James River
Perfect for history lovers, museum-goers, and anyone in need of a midweek break.
(Mark your calendar: Wine Down Wednesday returns July 30 & August 27!)
(This is a 21+ event)

Action Energizer Lab
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | IN
On Wednesday, June 25th from 6-7 pm ET, join the Center for Artistic Activism to learn 9 simple techniques to make your actions more exciting, more engaging and get results. The Action Energizer Lab is a 60-minute, fast-paced workshop designed to give you practical tools and inspiring ideas to level up your activism.
Whether you’re planning a protest, a performance, or a creative campaign moment, we’ll show you how to:
🎯 Connect with your audience in ways that stick
🎬 End with a bang (not a question mark)
⚡ Energize your action with simple, field-tested tricks that boost engagement
Perfect for community organizers, artists, campaigners, or anyone who’s ready to stop leaving impact on the table.
This isn’t theory—it’s a rapid-fire recharge for your work.
Let’s make your next action irresistible.

Civil Rights in Chattanooga Historian's Panel Discussion
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Chattanooga Civic Center at Mountainside, 701 Hooker Rd, Chattanooga, TN, 37410, United States
Join us at the African-American Education and Heritage Museum on June 25th for a panel discussion about Chattanooga’s civil rights history, featuring local historians and experts! This event is free and open to the public.
The Tennessee Democracy Network and the United By Change Coalition are excited to join the Alton Park Development Corportation, Made By Us, and hundreds of history and civic organizations nationwide for the 2025 Civic Season, held from Juneteenth to July 4th. Civic Season unites our nation’s oldest and newest civic holidays, turbo-charging democracy through the power of history.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of learning and reflection on Chattanooga’s history! Learn more about the United By Change Coalition at https://www.tndemocracynetwork.org/unitedbychange

"Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation" Exhibit Gallery Talk
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, United States
Join the curators of Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation for an in-depth look at some of the compelling stories from the archives. Curated by community historians and activists, this exhibit explores the history, migration, and preservation of African American communities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Lawnside, New Jersey. Read more about the exhibit here: www.hsp.org/exhibits.

Civics Trivia Night at Milwaukee County Historical Society
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Milwaukee County Historical Society, 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Join us for round of Civics Trivia at the Milwaukee County Historical Society! Test your knowledge about U.S. History and Government. See if you can pass the Civics portion of the U.S. Naturalization Test!
This event is in partnership with Made By Us to celebrate Civic Season (June 19th-July 4th).
Doors open at 6:00pm, game starts at 7:00pm. Prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.
Bring your friends or join a team! FREE to play! Cash Bar Available. Outside food welcome.

“Feast of Reason”: A Dinner Discussion Across Divides
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Carpenters’ Hall, 320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106, United States
Join us at Carpenters’ Hall, Philadelphia’s “Meeting Place of History,” on June 25 for a unique evening of food and fellowship as part of Civic Season, a national initiative administered by the Smithsonian Institution to strengthen our democracy. Inspired by our friends at Monticello, who are re-creating Thomas Jefferson’s legendary dinner parties, and by the shared sense of American unity and identity that bloomed at Carpenters’ Hall during the First Continental Congress, Carpenters’ Hall and the Dialogue Institute are pleased to host our own “Feast of Reason.” This intimate and informal dinner gathering–limited to 24 people–will include a facilitated discussion about how to engage in effective personal dialogue across political, religious or other differences. Your ticket includes a light summer meal and a toolkit of civil-discourse techniques. People of all ages (Gen Z especially!) and political persuasions are encouraged to attend.

Chips, Dips, & Civics Trivia Night
2025-06-25 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Precarious Beer Project, 110 S. Henry Street, Williamsburg, VA, 23185, United States
Join us at Precarious Beer Project for chips, dips and an exploration into America’s civic legacy, testing what you know and discovering how the past still speaks to the world today.

A Slice of History: Wyoming's Women's Suffrage Story
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Wyoming Women’s History House, 317 S 2nd St, Laramie, WY, 82070, United States
You might know that Wyoming is The Equality State, but do you know the history behind it? In 1869 Wyoming made history as the first U.S. territory to give women the right to vote. Fifty-one years later, the nation followed Wyoming’s lead.
Join us for the perfect pairing of pizza and history with Kylie McCormick, a young historian who loves snooping into the past to uncover meaningful stories. We’ll kick off the evening with a bit of trivia, where you’ll have a chance to compete for a $50 gift card! Then, you’ll settle in with some pizza and soda while Kylie tells the story of Women’s Suffrage in Wyoming.
Kylie McCormick was born and raised in Casper, then studied in Roanoke, Virginia; Berlin, Germany; London, England; and Lincoln, Nebraska. She holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees, Summa Cum Laude from Hollins University and a Master of Arts degree in history from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Kylie uses her research to teach classes with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Casper College, as well as give public presentations on Wyoming history.
All attendees who register and attend the event will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card.

People’s House Party: 1970s Prom Night
2025-06-25 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | White House Historical Association, 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20006, United States
Get ready to boogie, because we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first and only White House prom with a party at The People’s House: A White House Experience!
Your ticket includes two drink tickets and light 70s-themed snacks, as well as pop-up activities, prom bouquet making, and after-hours access to the galleries. 1970s disco/prom attire is strongly encouraged!
This event is brought to you in celebration of Civic Season, which takes place between Juneteenth and July 4, uniting our oldest federal holiday with our newest. This nationwide initiative, organized by Made By Us, connects Gen Z to history and civic engagement.

Slice of History Civics Trivia at National Archives
2025-06-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | National Archives Museum, 701 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20408, United States
Think you know civics? Prove it!
Join us for an exciting night of fast-paced Civics Trivia, inspired by the National Civics Bee, for a 2025 Slice of History at the National Archives.
Bring your phone and your A-game as you race to answer multiple-choice questions in real time. Two thrilling rounds will narrow the field, and then the top 5 scorers will hit the stage for a high-stakes showdown!
Prizes, pizza, bragging rights, and civic glory await the top 3 champions. Don’t miss your chance to show off your smarts at the home of the Declaration of Independence!
Attendees will receive a special discount to our museum store and will enjoy a slice of history among friends with complimentary pizza and refreshments from Made By Us and Pizza to the Polls. Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m. EST.

Civic Nature Journaling
2025-06-26 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Conner Prairie Museum, United States
Civic Nature Journaling is a hands-on invitation that combines observations of the natural world and personal reflection on your role in the community. Come slow down, explore your surroundings, and document what you see, hear, and feel in nature.

Flag Folding Ceremony
2025-06-26 13:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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 many citizens and voices that make up and support our Republic.
This program is part of Civic Season a nationwide initiative presented in partnership with the Smithsonian and the History Made By Us coalition.
Civic Season is a key component of the History Center’s America 101 initiative, supported by the Nimick Forbesway Foundation and The Grable Foundation. America 101 is designed to engage the public in learning more about American history and civics through public programs, exhibitions, digital tools, and educational curriculum.

Mapping the Ecosystem: A Civic Learning Celebration
2025-06-26 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Heinz History Center, 1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us for an afternoon of celebration, storytelling, and co-creation as Pittsburgh teens share version 1 of their regional, civic learning map. This is a unique moment to recognize the brilliance and leadership of young people, while imagining together, what’s next for civic learning in our region.
We are proud to be a part of Civic Season, a summer tradition co-created by Gen Z and cultural institutions that offers stories, tools, and inspiration to help young people explore their identity and strengthen their civic skills. By unveiling their regional civic learning map and engaging in storytelling and co-creation, Pittsburgh youth are contributing to a national movement for civic renewal.
Join us on June 26 to be part of this transformative experience and connect with a nationwide movement dedicated to civic learning and action.
Why Attend?
Preview Version 1 of our Civic Learning Map
Celebrate Our Progress: Join us in recognizing the milestones we’ve already achieved in spotlighting youth brilliance across the region.
Shape What’s Next: Be an active contributor in shaping and expanding the map
Engage in Co-Creation: Collaborate with youth, educators, and community members to imagine and build what this map can become in the next version.
RSVP now and spread the word!
Who Should Attend?
Students and young leaders passionate about making a difference.
Educators & mentors looking for fresh ideas on civic learning.
Civic organizers & community members supporting youth engagement.
