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SUMMARY:"On Our 250th": Wish Wall for America
DESCRIPTION:Before we can build the future we must imagine it. \nJoin 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. \n“On Our 250th” is a collaborative collection of birthday wishes by citizens for the United States as we celebrate 250 years as a nation and democracy. Write your hope\, vision\, or dream for the nation on a ribbon and tie it to our outdoor Wish Wall. The wall will be an evolving colorful tapestry installation that aims to transform individual voices into a collective expression of civic spirit and imagination. \nDetails: \nFree\, RSVP Requested \nThe Heurich House Museum’s Biergarten will be open from 4-8pm\, enjoy a local craft beverage before or after participating in the Wish Wall!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/on-our-250th-wish-wall-for-america/
LOCATION:Heurich House Museum\, 1307 New Hamsphire Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heurich%20House%20Museum":MAILTO:bailey@heurichhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T183000
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SUMMARY:Slice of History and Wish Wall at Applewood
DESCRIPTION: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 your story and how you’ll power our democracy! Featuring a Wish Wall for our nation’s future\, we’ll talk history\, play games\, and give away prizes. Drop in between 4:30-6:30 p.m. on Thursday\, June 26. Pizza provided by Slice of Flint. As always\, Applewood activities are free.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/slice-of-history-at-applewood/
LOCATION:Applewood\, 1400 E. Kearsley Street\, Flint\, MI\, 48503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ruth%20Mott%20Foundation%2FApplewood":MAILTO:abergstrom@ruthmott.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T150000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T202909Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping the Ecosystem: A Civic Learning Celebration
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe are proud to be a part of Civic Season\, a summer tradition co-created by Gen Z and cultural institutions that offers stories\, tools\, and inspiration to help young people explore their identity and strengthen their civic skills. By unveiling their regional civic learning map and engaging in storytelling and co-creation\, Pittsburgh youth are contributing to a national movement for civic renewal. \nJoin us on June 26 to be part of this transformative experience and connect with a nationwide movement dedicated to civic learning and action. \nWhy Attend? \nPreview Version 1 of our Civic Learning Map\nCelebrate Our Progress: Join us in recognizing the milestones we’ve already achieved in spotlighting youth brilliance across the region.\nShape What’s Next: Be an active contributor in shaping and expanding the map\nEngage in Co-Creation: Collaborate with youth\, educators\, and community members to imagine and build what this map can become in the next version.\nRSVP now and spread the word! \nWho Should Attend? \nStudents and young leaders passionate about making a difference.\nEducators & mentors looking for fresh ideas on civic learning.\nCivic organizers & community members supporting youth engagement.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/mapping-the-ecosystem-a-civic-learning-celebration/
LOCATION:Heinz History Center\, 1212 Smallman Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,How We Celebrate,Interdependence,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Civic%20Learning%20Ecosystem":MAILTO:tess@thehistorycolab.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T133000
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SUMMARY:Flag Folding Ceremony
DESCRIPTION: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 many citizens and voices that make up and support our Republic. \nThis program is part of Civic Season a nationwide initiative presented in partnership with the Smithsonian and the History Made By Us coalition. \nCivic Season is a key component of the History Center’s America 101 initiative\, supported by the Nimick Forbesway Foundation and The Grable Foundation. America 101 is designed to engage the public in learning more about American history and civics through public programs\, exhibitions\, digital tools\, and educational curriculum.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/flag-folding-ceremony/
LOCATION:Heinz History Center\, 1212 Smallman St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence + Freedom,Veterans + Sacrifice
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ORGANIZER;CN="Heinz%20History%20Center":MAILTO:jsmyth@heinzhistorycenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T103000
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SUMMARY:Civic Nature Journaling
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civic-nature-journaling/
LOCATION:Conner Prairie Museum\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Interdependence,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conner%20Prairie%20Museum":MAILTO:cbembry@connerprairie.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000
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CREATED:20250527T141909Z
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SUMMARY:Slice of History Civics Trivia at National Archives
DESCRIPTION:Think you know civics? Prove it! \nJoin 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. \nBring your phone and your A-game as you race to answer multiple-choice questions in real time. Two thrilling rounds will narrow the field\, and then the top 5 scorers will hit the stage for a high-stakes showdown! \nPrizes\, pizza\, bragging rights\, and civic glory await the top 3 champions. Don’t miss your chance to show off your smarts at the home of the Declaration of Independence! \nAttendees will receive a special discount to our museum store and will enjoy a slice of history among friends with complimentary pizza and refreshments from Made By Us and Pizza to the Polls. Trivia begins at 7:00 p.m. EST.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civics-trivia/
LOCATION:National Archives Museum\, 701 Constitution Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20408\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interdependence,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="National%20Archives%20Foundation":MAILTO:caroline.shanley@archivesfoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T203000
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CREATED:20250515T181228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T151347Z
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SUMMARY:People’s House Party: 1970s Prom Night
DESCRIPTION: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! \nYour 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 attire is strongly encouraged! \nThis event is brought to you in celebration of Civic Season\, which takes place between Juneteenth and July 4\, uniting our oldest federal holiday with our newest. This nationwide initiative\, organized by Made By Us\, connects Gen Z to history and civic engagement.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/peoples-house-party-1970s-prom-night/
LOCATION:White House Historical Association\, 1700 Pennsylvania Avenue NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="White%20House%20Historical%20Association":MAILTO:sfling@whha.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250625T203000
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CREATED:20250514T163646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T200039Z
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SUMMARY:A Slice of History: Wyoming's Women's Suffrage Story
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJoin us for the perfect pairing of pizza and history with Kylie McCormick\, a young historian who loves snooping into the past to uncover meaningful stories. We’ll kick off the evening with a bit of trivia\, where you’ll have a chance to compete for a $50 gift card! Then\, you’ll settle in with some pizza and soda while Kylie tells the story of Women’s Suffrage in Wyoming. \nKylie McCormick was born and raised in Casper\, then studied in Roanoke\, Virginia; Berlin\, Germany; London\, England; and Lincoln\, Nebraska. She holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees\, Summa Cum Laude from Hollins University and a Master of Arts degree in history from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Kylie uses her research to teach classes with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Casper College\, as well as give public presentations on Wyoming history. \nAll attendees who register and attend the event will be entered for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/wyomings-womens-suffrage-story/
LOCATION:Wyoming Women’s History House\, 317 S 2nd St\, Laramie\, WY\, 82070\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence + Freedom,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wyoming%20Humanities":MAILTO:lcfralick42@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000
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CREATED:20250602T215301Z
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SUMMARY:Chips\, Dips\, & Civics Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/chips-dips-civics-trivia-night/
LOCATION:Precarious Beer Project\, 110 S. Henry Street\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence + Freedom,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jamestown-Yorktown%20Foundation":MAILTO:felicia.abrams@jyf.virginia.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250602T212914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T212914Z
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SUMMARY:“Feast of Reason”: A Dinner Discussion Across Divides
DESCRIPTION: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 shared sense of American unity and identity that bloomed at Carpenters’ Hall during the First Continental Congress\, Carpenters’ Hall and the Dialogue Institute are pleased to host our own “Feast of Reason.” This intimate and informal dinner gathering–limited to 24 people–will include a facilitated discussion about how to engage in effective personal dialogue across political\, religious or other differences. Your ticket includes a light summer meal and a toolkit of civil-discourse techniques. People of all ages (Gen Z especially!) and political persuasions are encouraged to attend.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/feast-of-reason-a-dinner-discussion-across-divides/
LOCATION:Carpenters’ Hall\, 320 Chestnut St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Interdependence
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ORGANIZER;CN="The%20Carpenters%27%20Company%20of%20Philadelphia":MAILTO:alyssaconstad@carpentershall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250528T195209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T195209Z
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SUMMARY:Civics Trivia Night at Milwaukee County Historical Society
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis event is in partnership with Made By Us to celebrate Civic Season (June 19th-July 4th). \nDoors open at 6:00pm\, game starts at 7:00pm. Prizes awarded for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place winners. \nBring your friends or join a team! FREE to play! Cash Bar Available. Outside food welcome.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civics-trivia-night-at-milwaukee-county-historical-society/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County Historical Society\, 910 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence + Freedom,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Milwaukee%20County%20Historical%20Society":MAILTO:ohoff@milwaukeehistory.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250609T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T154930Z
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SUMMARY:"Voices of the Community: Local Black Preservation" Exhibit Gallery Talk
DESCRIPTION: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: www.hsp.org/exhibits.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/voices-of-the-community-local-black-preservation-exhibit-gallery-talk/
LOCATION:Historical Society of Pennsylvania\, 1300 Locust St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historical%20Society%20of%20Pennsylvania":MAILTO:saustin@hsp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250609T144710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T144710Z
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SUMMARY:Civil Rights in Chattanooga Historian's Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe Tennessee Democracy Network and the United By Change Coalition are excited to join the Alton Park Development Corportation\, Made By Us\, and hundreds of history and civic organizations nationwide for the 2025 Civic Season\, held from Juneteenth to July 4th. Civic Season unites our nation’s oldest and newest civic holidays\, turbo-charging democracy through the power of history. \nWe hope you’ll join us for an evening of learning and reflection on Chattanooga’s history! Learn more about the United By Change Coalition at https://www.tndemocracynetwork.org/unitedbychange
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civil-rights-in-chattanooga-historians-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Chattanooga Civic Center at Mountainside\, 701 Hooker Rd\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37410\, United States
CATEGORIES:Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee%20Democracy%20Network":MAILTO:kayla@tndemocracynetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T202823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T202823Z
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SUMMARY:Action Energizer Lab
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhether you’re planning a protest\, a performance\, or a creative campaign moment\, we’ll show you how to: \n🎯 Connect with your audience in ways that stick\n🎬 End with a bang (not a question mark)\n⚡ Energize your action with simple\, field-tested tricks that boost engagement \nPerfect for community organizers\, artists\, campaigners\, or anyone who’s ready to stop leaving impact on the table. \nThis isn’t theory—it’s a rapid-fire recharge for your work. \nLet’s make your next action irresistible.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/action-energizer-lab/
LOCATION:GA
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center%20for%20Artistic%20Activism":MAILTO:rachel@c4aa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250612T001012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T001111Z
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SUMMARY:Wine Down Wednesday in Richmond
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEnjoy a drink in hand\, great company\, and a laid-back atmosphere surrounded by history.\nMuseum Members receive a complimentary drink ticket — just our way of saying thank you! \nWhat to Expect: \nWine and other beverages available for purchase\nLive local music to set the mood\nLight refreshments provided\nA scenic and historic setting right by the James River\nPerfect for history lovers\, museum-goers\, and anyone in need of a midweek break. \n(Mark your calendar: Wine Down Wednesday returns July 30 & August 27!) \n(This is a 21+ event)
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/wine-down-wednesday/
LOCATION:American Civil War Museum – Tredegar\, 480 Tredegar St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="The%20American%20Civil%20War%20Museum":MAILTO:info@madebyus.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T214656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T214656Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Nights: Reentry Simulation
DESCRIPTION: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 debrief your experience and discuss the criminal justice system and complexities of reentry. \n–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– \nAbout Wednesday Nights: \nEastern State Penitentiary Historic Site opens its gates this summer for Wednesday Nights! With a different theme each week\, Wednesday Nights provide a fun and meaningful night out—combining history\, culture\, and entertainment in a one-of-a-kind setting. Enjoy immersive experiences\, interactive events\, and exclusive behind-the-scenes access to one of Philadelphia’s most unique landmarks. \nTake a curated\, self-guided audio tour by scanning QR codes throughout the historic site. Engage with exhibits\, art installations\, and pop-up talks highlighting the history of Eastern State Penitentiary and the impact of the criminal justice system today. Sit for artist Mark Loughney\, and add your portrait to his growing installation Pyrrhic Defeat. Reflect and connect in The Fair Chance Beer Garden—offering soft drinks\, small-batch craft beer\, wine\, and cocktails—presented in partnership with Triple Bottom Brewing.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/wednesday-nights-reentry-simulation/
LOCATION:Eastern State Penitentiary\, 2027 Fairmount Ave\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern%20State":MAILTO:ad@easternstate.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250504T131927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T004634Z
UID:51594-1750870800-1750878000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:A Slice of History: Pizza and Historic Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Did somebody say free pizza and crafting? We certainly did! Join us at the John Bell House Interpretive Center on June 18th from 5 PM – 7 PM to join other history and crafting enthusiasts in creating something new. Historical interpreters will be on site performing their own historic crafts from lace making and sewing to painting and embroidery. All are welcome! Admission and pizza is free\, but we ask that you sign up with this form: https://forms.gle/7ERHpNSNwaHeJBD69 \nThis program is in partnership with Made By Us and Civic Season with pizza provided by Pizza to the Polls.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/a-slice-of-history-pizza-and-historic-crafts/
LOCATION:The John Bell House\, 43 The Green\, Dover\, DE\, 19901\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate
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ORGANIZER;CN="First%20State%20Heritage%20Park":MAILTO:nicole.r.hutchison@delaware.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T173000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250527T140812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T140812Z
UID:52599-1750865400-1750872600@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Scroll Smarter: Practical Media Literacy Tools
DESCRIPTION:Join MediaWise specialists in this class to help you build skills to tell fact from fiction in media. \nIn this interactive session\, you’ll get a crash course in media literacy basics and proven techniques for spotting mis- and disinformation. Then\, put your skills to the test with real-world examples — and walk away with practical tips for navigating tough conversations with loved ones who’ve fallen for false claims.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/scroll-smarter-practical-media-literacy-tools/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library\, 901 G St. NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Interdependence,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="DC%20Public%20Library":MAILTO:katie.thomas@dc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250603T010922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T010922Z
UID:53280-1750860000-1750867200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Civil War and Civil Rights
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free three-part program: \nFirst\, watch a scene from a popular film about President Abraham Lincoln’s commitment to end slavery in the United States. We will discuss the political pressures of the time and reasons for amending the Constitution. \nThen\, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law in 1965. \nLast\, take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol featuring some of the Americans whose extraordinary actions changed the course of U.S. civil rights history.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/civil-war-and-civil-rights-2/
LOCATION:U.S. Capitol Visitor Center\, U.S. Capitol\, Washington\, DC\, 20510\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S.%20Capitol%20Visitor%20Center":MAILTO:barbara.stemler@aoc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T133000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250603T010000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T193300Z
UID:53250-1750852800-1750858200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:How Women Won the Right to Vote
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free two-part program: \nFirst\, watch a documentary clip about the hard-won battle to ratify the 19th Amendment. We will discuss the process of amending the Constitution and how citizens play an active role in maintaining and expanding American democracy. \nThen\, take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol\, featuring the stories of women who set the stage for equality\, fought for the right to vote\, and advocated for future generations.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/how-women-won-the-right-to-vote/
LOCATION:U.S. Capitol Visitor Center\, United States Capitol\, Washington\, DC\, 20510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S.%20Capitol%20Visitor%20Center":MAILTO:barbara.stemler@aoc.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250515T191746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T201430Z
UID:52335-1750851000-1750854600@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Slice of History: Mexican American Civil Rights History Game Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second annual Slice of History: Mexican American Civil Rights Game Day. Learn about Mexican American Civil Rights history and civic engagement over pizza\, lotería\, and trivia! Prizes will be awarded. 🍕🍕 \n📅 Wednesday\, June 25\, 2025\n⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM\n📍 Northwest Vista College\, 3535 N Ellison Drive\, San Antonio\, TX 78251\n📍 Palmetto Center for the Arts (PCA) Recital Hall – Room 107\n🆓 This is a FREE event! \nPresented by MACRI\, Northwest Vista College’s Mexican American Studies and History Departments\, and Youth Do Vote. \nThis is an official Civic Season event. Civic Season is a new tradition for self-discovery and civic upskilling\, co-created by Gen Z and cultural institutions. Civic Season is the flagship program from Made By Us\, a network of hundreds of museums\, historic sites\, libraries\, and archives unleashing access to history for younger generations. Learn more about Civic Season at https://www.thecivicseason.com/ \nRSVP at https://www.somosmacri.org/event-details/slice-of-history-mexican-american-civil-rights-history-game-day \nMACRI’s programs are funded in part by the City of San Antonio Department of Arts & Culture\, Bexar County\, the Mellon Foundation\, the John L. Santikos Charitable Foundation Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation\, Spurs Give\, and individual donors like you! Gracias!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/mexican-american-civil-rights-history-game-day/
LOCATION:Northwest Vista College Palmetto Center for the Arts Recital Hall\, 3535 N Ellison Drive\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78251\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mexican%20American%20Civil%20Rights%20Institute%20%28MACRI%29":MAILTO:kcamacho@somosmacri.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250603T005254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T005254Z
UID:53420-1750849200-1750856400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Athens Newcomer Day
DESCRIPTION:Newcomer Days are welcoming\, low-pressure events designed to help new Athens residents connect with local history\, community resources\, and one another. Each event includes refreshments\, a tour of the historic Church-Waddel-Brumby House\, brief presentations from local government agencies\, and a hands-on activity where participants design and create their own hand-stamped tote bag to take home.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/athens-newcomer-day-2/
LOCATION:Historic Athens Welcome Center\, 280 E Dougherty St\, Athens\, GA\, 30601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic%20Athens%20Welcome%20Center":MAILTO:michelle@historicathens.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T121854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T121854Z
UID:52760-1750847400-1750851000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Weekday Wander on the Trails: Civic Love
DESCRIPTION:On this wander\, participants will be introduced to and invited to utilize the “36 Questions for Civic Love” from the National Public Housing Museum. In collaboration with Civic Season programming\, this wander encourages us all to strengthen our community relationships.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/weekday-wander-on-the-trails-civic-love/
LOCATION:Conner Prairie\, 13400 Allisonville Road\, Fishers\, IN\, 46038\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conner%20Prairie%20Museum":MAILTO:cbembry@connerprairie.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250609T191011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T191011Z
UID:54321-1750791600-1750797000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Democracy Happy Hour with Civic Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tennessee Democracy Network\, Organize Tennessee\, Our Voices Chattanooga\, and WTCI-PBS at Democracy Happy Hour – Now with Civic Trivia! \nThis is a casual get-together for anyone interested in civic engagement in the Chattanooga area. Come out and meet some activists\, organizers\, journalists\, and local government representatives who are changing Chattanooga for the better\, and have fun doing it! \nTrivia at TailGate Brewery begins at 7:15pm! Come celebrate the Civic Season with us!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/democracy-happy-hour-with-civic-trivia-night/
LOCATION:TailGate Brewery\, 1464 Market Street\, Chattanooga\, TN\, 37408\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Interdependence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tennessee%20Democracy%20Network":MAILTO:kayla@tndemocracynetwork.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250506T094906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T185456Z
UID:51438-1750791600-1750795200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Slice of History: Aurora & You
DESCRIPTION:We’re all a part of Aurora’s history! Join us for a trivia night themed around local history. We’ll also have pizza\, snacks\, and button-making\, while supplies last. Ages 12+
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/slice-of-history-aurora-you/
LOCATION:Aurora Public Library District – Santori Library\, 101 S River St\, Aurora\, IL\, 60506\, United States
CATEGORIES:African American Experience,Be Heard,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aurora%20Public%20Library%20District":MAILTO:fcrump@aurorapubliclibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T033320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T133956Z
UID:52724-1750789800-1750793400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night: Chenango County Historical Society
DESCRIPTION:Test your knowledge about your home county! Enjoy some delicious pizza and play some Chenango County trivia!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/trivia-night-2/
LOCATION:Chenango County Historical Society\, 22 East Main St\, Norwich\, NY\, 13815\, United States
CATEGORIES:How We Celebrate,Interdependence
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chenango%20County%20Historical%20Society":MAILTO:programs@chenangohistorical.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250527T143057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250601T172159Z
UID:52543-1750788000-1750795200@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Slice of History Trivia Night: Kentucky Edition
DESCRIPTION:Free Event* Get a Slice of History and test your knowledge of Kentucky history and pop-culture! Join Liberty Hall at Local’s Pizza for free pizza provided by Made by Us and Pizza to the Polls for a night of history\, fun\, and prizes. *Team Registration required in advance!
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/slice-of-history-trivia-night-2/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall Historic Site\, 863 Wilkinson Blvd\, Frankfort\, KY\, 40601\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liberty%20Hall%20Historic%20Site":MAILTO:educator@libertyhall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250603T011222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T150758Z
UID:53260-1750786200-1750793400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Gardens After Hours: Community Place\, History Based\, and Rejuvenation Station
DESCRIPTION:Civic Season is celebrating the power of community building\, with sites serving as vibrant third spaces—places where connections are formed\, history is shared\, and ideas turn into action. \nTudor Place will offer spaces for participants to share their thoughts on the past and present to build networks for the future. Through talk back boards\, an art craft\, a mocktail\, live music (6pm -7pm) a look at collection objects from the 1920s and more\, we hope that this Tudor Tuesday event brings people together to create a stronger community. \nVisitors are welcome to bring a picnic (blankets and camp chairs permitted\, no red wine or red/purple juices allowed). Be sure to remove all trash. Trash receptacles are not provided. Due to the historic landscape\, games\, chairs with legs\, blow up furniture are not permitted. \nSuggested donation of $5 for those 18+ (but not required)
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/gardens-after-hours-community-place-history-based-and-rejuvenation-station/
LOCATION:Tudor Place\, 1644 31st Street NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Interdependence,Repairing and Remembering
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tudor%20Place%20Historic%20Site":MAILTO:adurbin@tudorplace.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20250624T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20250624T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250529T215909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T215909Z
UID:52452-1750786200-1750793400@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:Community Conversation: Should the Government Regulate Social Media?
DESCRIPTION:Do you enjoy the freedom to doom scroll on TikTok or stay connected with friends and family on Instagram? Do you like participating in conversations about topics that impact your daily life? Join Braver Angels for a community gathering to discuss the government’s role in regulating social media. Whether you’re a seasoned debater or new to public forums\, all levels of engagement are welcome. See details and RSVP at tinyurl.com/regsoc.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/community-conversation-should-the-government-regulate-social-media/
LOCATION:Laramie County Library\, 2200 Pioneer Avenue\, Cheyenne\, WY\, 82001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Independence + Freedom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Laramie%20County%20Library":MAILTO:gdyson@lclsonline.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T203111
CREATED:20250603T004218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T004218Z
UID:53450-1750784400-1750788000@www.civic-season.com
SUMMARY:From Germanna to Judge Judy: Judicial Jeopardy Night
DESCRIPTION:Do you have what it takes to win?! \nStep up to the bench and put your judicial knowledge to the test at Historic Germanna’s Judicial Jeopardy Night\, a light-hearted interactive trivia night that explores the evolution of American legal history from colonial courtrooms to courtroom TV. \nHosted at the Fredericksburg Branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library\, this fun but educational evening will feature a judiciary-themed Jeopardy game. Test your knowledge\, win a prize\, but also come prepared to learn surprising new facts. \nThis event is part of Civic Season\, an initiative created by Made By Us to bridge Independence Day and Juneteenth by inviting people of all ages—especially young adults—to connect with the past\, take action in the present\, and shape the future. Judicial Jeopardy Night offers a chance to do just that: learn about the history of our country’s judiciary\, what its current role is\, and how you can get involved. \nCome ready to compete\, learn\, and laugh\, no legal background required. We’ll bring the trivia and the free pizza; you bring your best guess and your appetite for justice. \nThis event will take place in Room #1 at the Fredericksburg Branch of CRRL. Arrive at 5:00pm for pizza and socializing; trivia will begin at 5:30pm.
URL:https://www.civic-season.com/event/from-germanna-to-judge-judy-judicial-jeopardy-night/
LOCATION:Central Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch\, 1201 Caroline St\, Fredericksburg\, VA\, 22401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Be Heard,Independence + Freedom,Repairing and Remembering,Rights, Duties + Voting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Historic%20Germanna":MAILTO:sdoherty@germanna.org
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