Civic Nature Journaling

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.

FREE with General Admission

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 […]

Mapping the Ecosystem: A Civic Learning Celebration

Heinz History Center 1212 Smallman Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 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 […]

Slice of History and Wish Wall at Applewood

Applewood 1400 E. Kearsley Street, Flint, MI, United States

Hey, Gen Z & young professionals! Meet up at the NEW pavilion in the gardens at Applewood for conversation, pizza, and games. Slice of History is our local celebration of the Civic Season, a nationwide movement of young people joining together to acknowledge our past, strengthen our present, and build our future. This season, discover […]

“On Our 250th”: Wish Wall for America

Heurich House Museum 1307 New Hamsphire Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Before we can build the future we must imagine it. Join the Heurich House Museum on Thursday, June 26th from 5-7pm during Civic Season for a collaborative community art experience: “On Our 250th” Wish Wall for America. “On Our 250th” is a collaborative collection of birthday wishes by citizens for the United States as we […]

Pride Ball at the Missouri History Museum

Missouri History Museum 5700 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO, United States

Join us for a lively evening of ballroom history, display and competition. “Voguers” will compete in categories like “Realness,” “Vogue,” “Face,” and “Runway,” showcasing jaw-dropping performances, bold fashion, and fierce energy. It’s a night filled with empowering moments, where confidence, style, and creativity take center stage.

Culinary Conversations

David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center 1050 Monticello Loop, Charlottesville, VA, United States

Thomas Jefferson knew that food has the power to bring people together. With fine cuisine, meaningful conversations flow, creating the perfect environment for cultural diplomacy. This summer, join Monticello in bringing culinary history forward and experience a dynamic new event series, Culinary Diplomacy at Monticello. In partnership with The Culinary Diplomacy Project, this program explores […]

$40

Slice of History: Pizza Party on Lincoln’s Lawn

President Lincoln's Cottage 140 Rock Creek Church Road Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

What does human trafficking have to do with historical slavery? What can we do about it? Come discuss these questions and more with the young leaders representing their communities at the Students Opposing Slavery 2025 International Summit. Participants spend the week learning from experts in the field, building a network of young abolitionists and activists, […]

Slice of History: Fresh Facts and Fire Trivia at Colonial Williamsburg

Colonial Williamsburg 301 S. Nassau St., Williamsburg, VA, United States

Bring your crew. Fire up your brain. Come hungry. We’re serving up history with a twist—and a side of snacks. Whether you’re a history lover, trivia champ, or just hungry for a good time, Fresh Facts and Fire Trivia is for you. What to expect: - Free pizza - Fire trivia mixing history, civics, and […]

Grab Your Slice of History: Field Trip Edition

Harriet Beecher Stowe House 2950 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH, United States

Field trips aren't just for kids! Join us for a museum night out with purpose—fun, friends, and impact await! Join us for a fun-filled, after-hours night at the museum—no permission slip required! Enjoy free pizza and snacks, get hands-on with creative crafts, and explore our one-of-a-kind 2-era house tour. As the night unfolds, you'll also […]

ABHM Book Club: Great Speeches By Frederick Douglass

As a part of our Civic Season programming, the ABHM Book Club will be discussing Great Speeches By Frederick Douglass on June 20th at 6 PM via Zoom. Author, abolitionist, political activist, and philosopher, Frederick Douglass was a pivotal figure in the decades of struggle leading up to the Civil War and the Reconstruction era. […]

Pizza and Paddling at the Seaport: A Slice of Philly’s Environmental Justice History

Independence Seaport Museum 211 S. Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us at the Independence Seaport Museum on Thursday, June 26th, from 6-8 PM for a night of pizza, drinks, and kayaking. Organizations throughout Philadelphia that work on environmental justice initiatives will table at this event. Once you had a chance to chat with a few organizations, sign up for one of our four kayaking […]

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