Great 4th Traditional Skiff Rally

North Carolina Maritime Museum in Beaufort 315 Front St., Beaufort, NC, United States

It’s an Independence Day celebration with a twist: Traditionally-rigged sailing craft will rally to celebrate the historic voyages that carried the news of the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the Outer Banks. The Friends of the North Carolina Maritime Museum will host the annual Great 4th Race on July 7 starting from the […]

Drayden African American Schoolhouse Monthly Open House

St. Mary's County Museum Division 18287 Cherryfield Road, Drayden, MD, United States

Visit one of the nation's best-preserved, one-room African American schoolhouses the first Saturday of each month from April to October and during Juneteenth weekend. Check out the restored schoolhouse and learn about its rich history and importance to education in St. Mary's County. Staff will be available at the school during this time to answer […]

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A Brief History of Four Virginia Constitutions

Library of Virginia Richmond, VA, United States

Library of Virginia historian Dr. Brent Tarter discusses four important Virginia constitutions: 1776, 1869, 1902, and 1971. These were on display at the Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Virginia's current constitution, the seventh in the state's history, which went into effect on July 1, 1971.

“We Demand: Women’s Suffrage in Virginia” Traveling Exhibition (LVA)

Library of Virginia 1401 N. Laburnum Avenue, Henrico, VA, United States

During Civic Season, this Library of Virginia traveling exhibition will be at Henrico County's Public Library in Fairfield, Virginia. Our web page lists the exhibition's itinerary as it travels throughout Virginia.  

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New Virginians Discuss Belonging and Immigrating to Virginia

Library of Virginia VA, United States

Whether our roots in Virginia go back ten thousand years, ten generations, or ten weeks, we must create the future of the commonwealth together. This playlist of interviews explores the historical and continuous journey toward the ideals of America and seeks to foster an honest discussion about the immigrant and refugee experience.

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Civic Conversations

Library of Virginia , United States

This small-group discussion topic series encourages informed conversations around complex issues affecting Virginia. To facilitate these discussions, the Library has chosen an accessible film to watch, created extensive online resource guides about the topic, and generated some potential discussion questions.

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American Music Landmarks Project

American Music Landmarks Project , United States

During Civic Season and beyond, the American Music Landmarks Project (AMLP) seeks to help young music fans everywhere find unique opportunities to explore and be inspired by places that defined their favorite artists and genres as well as those they have yet to discover. Our new millennial-founded organization is excited to assist young Americans in […]

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The Constitution Primary Source Set

Library of Congress , United States

Teach yourself with this selection of Library of Congress primary sources exploring the United States Constitution. This set also includes a Teacher's Guide with historical context and teaching suggestions.