Two hundred and fifty years ago, in June 1775, George Washington took command of the newly formed Continental Army. What made him qualified? His experiences during the French and Indian War prepared him for leadership in the Revolution. Historian Bert Dunkerly will explore Washington's challenges and lessons learned and how he applied them as the […]
On Thursday, June 26th, 7:30pm-9:30 pm, Comedy and Conversations returns! This is a program created by Munir Meghjani and David Perdue (not that one) that uses humor to shine a light on serious or under-explored topics. They recruit talented local comedians and subject matter experts to share their knowledge with you—and maybe make you laugh […]
Step into Richmond’s Court End and uncover the powerful stories of urban slavery, resistance, and resilience. This guided tour begins at the John Marshall House and continues to the White House of the Confederacy, offering a glimpse into 19th-century life and the fight for emancipation. A first floor exploration of both houses will be included.
Join us for a free three-part program: First, watch a documentary clip about Navajo Code Talkers from World War II. We will discuss their legacy, including the Congressional Gold Medal recognition many decades later. Then, examine an 1836 Cherokee petition protesting the New Echota Treaty, which ceded Cherokee land to the U.S. government. Learn more […]
Puppet Pearl the sheep wants to know more about local government. Jody Rogish, the supervisor for the Tuckahoe Magisterial District, will read a story and talk about what the board of supervisors does, what being a member of the board is like, and answer questions from the audience. Information: sch107@henrico.gov
Join us for an artist-led gallery tour of our first floor solo exhibition "Living Without the Gods" by Chicago-based South Asian American artist Shaurya Kumar. Kumar is an artist of recollection who immerses himself in memoirs and imagery of history, context and time. His body of work addresses the transposition of artifacts from their original […]
Bring your friends and come join Conner Prairie in celebrating the fifth annual year of Civic Season with our first installment of "A Slice of History" sponsored by Gen Z organization, Made by Us! You are invited to come socialize, network, and share your thoughts on America 250th with a classic pizza party! The first […]
Engage with community and family history and learn about Library of Virginia resources by visiting our On the Go vehicle at Picnic in the Park, Poquoson's 50th anniversary celebration. Library staff will provide genealogy help, assist with Library account registration, and share information about our resources like Virginia Untold: The African American Narrative database and […]
Enjoy a slice of pizza while you put your history knowledge to the test! Compete in a round of history trivia for a chance to win some retro Ann Arbor District Library swag!
Join us for an engaging conversation with artist Curlee Raven Holton, Dr. Ashley Jordan (CEO, African American Museum in Philadelphia), and David Brigham (Librarian and CEO, Historical Society of Pennsylvania), as they explore the intersection of art, history, and social justice. Holton serves as the 2025 Artist in Residence at Historical Society of Pennsylvania. His […]
🍕🧠 Trivia + Pizza = The Perfect Summer Saturday! 🧠🍕 Join us at Gunston Hall as we kick off Civic Season with a fun-filled Trivia Saturday in the beautiful Riverside Garden as part of our Summer Saturdays series! 🌿☀️ Join us and our friends from District Trivia and History Made By Us for an afternoon […]
Explore Kentucky’s literary and artistic heritage through a guided tour of historic Frankfort Cemetery. From poets like Theodore O’Hara and Robert Burns Wilson, to artists like Paul Sawyier and Joel Tanner Hart, we will discuss the lives and legacies of those who have shaped Kentucky’s cultural landscape. Join us afterwards in the Research Library to […]