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 […]
These Try Think events are opportunities for small groups of diverse voices to speak and be heard. Each conversation will be led by a thoughtful facilitator, to help to create […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The conflict isn’t over after the the war in 1865. How do Americans reconcile with the weight and cost of the war while trying to reunify the nation and welcome […]
Explore youth-led organizations focused on the climate crisis and think about how you can get involved.
On November 21, 1922, the first woman took the oath of office to serve in the U.S. Senate. That milestone event opened the door for other women to follow. To […]
With and without the vote and throughout American history, young people have been a force to be reckoned with as they take action and stand in support of the issues […]
Meet and learn more about Madam C.J. Walker, an early advocate who sought equality for African Americans. At the end of the program, A’Lelia Bundles, Madam C.J. Walker’s great great […]