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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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.