Downtown history tours often focus on the architecture of buildings and the businesses they held. Invariably, these stories primarily focus on men. The aim of this tour is to depart from the traditional narrative and, instead, show the indelible mark women have left on downtown Boise. Join the adventure (socially distanced, of course) to learn […]
This article explores the rediscovery of Juneteenth in the twenty-first century and how it has become an important American holiday.
This article explores youth activism in the South before, during, and after the civil rights campaigns led by Martin Luther King Jr.
This award winning, multi-faceted project went beyond the collection and transcription of interviews on African American history and civil rights by providing thousands of Kentuckians with multiple platforms for connecting to the stories shared in more than 175 interviews.
My Wish For U.S. invites anyone and everyone to voice their hopes and dreams for the future of the United States, as we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary. This is our first step – by articulating the kind of nation we want to build, we can inspire each other to take action. My Wish For […]
The stories of the descendants of enslaved people at Monticello weave a rich history of trials and perseverance, hope and family connection. Since 1993, the Getting Word African American Oral History Project at Monticello has been collecting stories from descendants of people enslaved at Monticello in order to preserve and shared these frequently untold stories. […]
This deliberation guide focuses on the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, encouraging students to examine the choices the Californio indigenous people faced in June 1849 as they determined how they would approach, or avoid, a future as American citizens. As students investigate the cultural, historical, economic, and political context of the time, they will wrestle with […]
Sunday, July 26, 2020 marked the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, an integral piece of civil rights legislation which made it a violation of federal law to discriminate against people with disabilities. The History Center celebrated this anniversary by sharing stories from our collections that highlight the contributions of people with disabilities […]
The COVID-19 pandemic brought to light some of the longstanding challenges workers and vendors experience across the food system, from agricultural fields to city streets, grocery stores to processing facilities. Join us to learn more about how workers, vendors, and their advocates harness their strength, ingenuity, and strong networks of support as they fight for […]
Checkology’s lessons and other resources show you how to navigate today’s challenging information landscape. You will learn how to identify credible information, seek out reliable sources, and apply critical thinking skills to separate fact-based content from falsehoods. Checkology gives you the habits of mind and tools to evaluate and interpret information. And you gain an […]
In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the 26th Amendment, join the National Archives Foundation for a virtual program exploring the history of civic engagement among youth, the impact that young people had in the most recent election, and a discussion of what the future of civic engagement looks like for young women today.
Join us as we explore the development of Black wall streets, how Black businesses found success and struggled throughout the 1900s, and what inequality looks like for Black entrepreneurs today with panelists: —A’Lelia Bundles (Historian, Author and Journalist) —Ron Busby (President and CEO of the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc.) —Tristan Wilkerson (Managing Principal of Think […]