Civic Season

Civil Rights in Chattanooga Historian's Panel Discussion
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Chattanooga Civic Center at Mountainside, 701 Hooker Rd, Chattanooga, TN, 37410, United States
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 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.
We 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

Action Energizer Lab
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | TX
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 planning a protest, a performance, or a creative campaign moment, we’ll show you how to:
🎯 Connect with your audience in ways that stick
🎬 End with a bang (not a question mark)
⚡ Energize your action with simple, field-tested tricks that boost engagement
Perfect for community organizers, artists, campaigners, or anyone who’s ready to stop leaving impact on the table.
This isn’t theory—it’s a rapid-fire recharge for your work.
Let’s make your next action irresistible.

Wine Down Wednesday in Richmond
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | American Civil War Museum – Tredegar, 480 Tredegar St, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
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 drink ticket — just our way of saying thank you!
What to Expect:
Wine and other beverages available for purchase
Live local music to set the mood
Light refreshments provided
A scenic and historic setting right by the James River
Perfect for history lovers, museum-goers, and anyone in need of a midweek break.
(Mark your calendar: Wine Down Wednesday returns July 30 & August 27!)
(This is a 21+ event)

Wednesday Nights: Reentry Simulation
2025-06-25 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Eastern State Penitentiary, 2027 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
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.
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About Wednesday Nights:
Eastern 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.
Take 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.

A Slice of History: Pizza and Historic Crafts
2025-06-25 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | The John Bell House, 43 The Green, Dover, DE, 19901, United States
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
This program is in partnership with Made By Us and Civic Season with pizza provided by Pizza to the Polls.

Scroll Smarter: Practical Media Literacy Tools
2025-06-25 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW, Washington, DC, 20001, United States
Join MediaWise specialists in this class to help you build skills to tell fact from fiction in media.
In 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.

Civil War and Civil Rights
2025-06-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC, 20510, United States
Join us for a free three-part program:
First, 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.
Then, examine a reproduction of the desk that was used when President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act into law in 1965.
Last, 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.

How Women Won the Right to Vote
2025-06-25 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York) | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, United States Capitol, Washington, DC, 20510, United States
Join us for a free two-part program:
First, 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.
Then, 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.

Slice of History: Mexican American Civil Rights History Game Day
2025-06-25 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Northwest Vista College Palmetto Center for the Arts Recital Hall, 3535 N Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78251, United States
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. 🍕🍕
📅 Wednesday, June 25, 2025
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Northwest Vista College, 3535 N Ellison Drive, San Antonio, TX 78251
📍 Palmetto Center for the Arts (PCA) Recital Hall – Room 107
🆓 This is a FREE event!
Presented by MACRI, Northwest Vista College’s Mexican American Studies and History Departments, and Youth Do Vote.
This 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/
RSVP at https://www.somosmacri.org/event-details/slice-of-history-mexican-american-civil-rights-history-game-day
MACRI’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!

Athens Newcomer Day
2025-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Historic Athens Welcome Center, 280 E Dougherty St, Athens, GA, 30601, United States
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.

Weekday Wander on the Trails: Civic Love
2025-06-25 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN, 46038, United States
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.

Democracy Happy Hour with Civic Trivia Night
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | TailGate Brewery, 1464 Market Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
Join the Tennessee Democracy Network, Organize Tennessee, Our Voices Chattanooga, and WTCI-PBS at Democracy Happy Hour – Now with Civic Trivia!
This 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!
Trivia at TailGate Brewery begins at 7:15pm! Come celebrate the Civic Season with us!

Slice of History: Aurora & You
2025-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Aurora Public Library District – Santori Library, 101 S River St, Aurora, IL, 60506, United States
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+

Trivia Night: Chenango County Historical Society
2025-06-24 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Chenango County Historical Society, 22 East Main St, Norwich, NY, 13815, United States
Test your knowledge about your home county! Enjoy some delicious pizza and play some Chenango County trivia!

Slice of History Trivia Night: Kentucky Edition
2025-06-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Liberty Hall Historic Site, 863 Wilkinson Blvd, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States
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!

Gardens After Hours: Community Place, History Based, and Rejuvenation Station
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Tudor Place, 1644 31st Street NW, Washington, DC, 20007, United States
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.
Tudor 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.
Visitors 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.
Suggested donation of $5 for those 18+ (but not required)

Community Conversation: Should the Government Regulate Social Media?
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Laramie County Library, 2200 Pioneer Avenue, Cheyenne, WY, 82001, United States
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.

From Germanna to Judge Judy: Judicial Jeopardy Night
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Central Rappahannock Regional Library – Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
Do you have what it takes to win?!
Step 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.
Hosted 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.
This 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.
Come 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.
This 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.

Who is Gerry and Why is He Mandering: Slice of History Game Night
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Join us for Who is Gerry and Why is He Mandering: Slice of History, a fun, interactive game night that mixes history with pizza party vibes. You’ll play games, solve puzzles, and discover how the political landscape has been shaped by gerrymandering. Plus, you’ll pick up some essential civic knowledge that’ll make you the most informed person in the room (and online).
What’s in it for you?
– A chance to learn about gerrymandering while having fun
– Pizza. Lots of pizza
– Chill vibes and great company
– Knowledge that you can actually use in the real world
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to mix history with a good time. Grab your friends, and game on!

Slice Of History: Civics in the Shade
2025-06-24 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, 20 N Coalter St, Staunton, VA, 24401-4332, United States
Grab your friends and join us for a Slice of History in our garden with free pizza, community conversations and special activities. Celebrate Civic Season and connect with community partners on ways to be civically engaged, chat with others on what civics means to you, make advocacy buttons and more while hanging in the shade! Registration is encouraged but not required.

Native Americans in the Nation’s Capitol
2025-06-24 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | U.S. Capitol Visitor Center, U.S. Capitol, Washington, DC, 20510, United States
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 the model for Chief Standing Bear’s statue and learn more about the historic 1879 court case that ruled “an Indian is a person” under the law. The full-scale statue was unveiled in National Statuary Hall in 2019 and is one of two statues representing the state of Nebraska.
Last, take a guided tour of the U.S. Capitol focused on the ways America’s depictions of Indigenous peoples in Capitol art has evolved over time.

Civic Play Invitations
2025-06-24 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Treetop Outpost, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN, 46037, United States
Join us at Treetop Outpost for civic-inspired play invitations for all ages! Thoughtfully crafted by our staff, these nature- and community-centered invitations are a perfect way to fall in “Civic” Love through play and connection.
*Our civic-inspired play invitations will be offered all day on 06/24, 06/28, & 07/01-07/03!*

Summer Camp
2025-06-24 09:00 - 2025-06-25 09:00 (America/Chicago) | National Museum of the Pacific War, 311 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX, 78624, United States
Step into history at our immersive WWII-themed summer camp, where kids become medics, codebreakers, pilots, and home front heroes. Through hands-on games, missions, and creative projects, campers learn the real stories behind the war that shaped the modern world. From building model planes to reenacting rescue races, every activity blends fun with meaningful lessons in teamwork, resilience, and history. It’s a summer of adventure, discovery, and connection—where the past comes alive.

Constitutional Literacy Institute
2025-06-24 08:30 - 2025-06-25 08:30 (America/Denver) | Utah Valley University, 800 W University Pkwy, Orem, UT, 84658, United States
The purpose of the Constitutional Literacy Institute (CLI) is to provide education, resources, and experiences for teachers to increase personal constitutional literacy and thereby help their students to do the same.
The rising generation of citizens and leaders need a broad understanding of political thought and practices critical to the perpetuation of constitutional government, ordered liberty, and the rule of law. CLI is a tool for teachers to do just that.
Instruction is provided by esteemed constitutional scholars from the Center for Constitutional Studies at UVU, Oxford University, and elsewhere.
Participants will examine the U.S. Constitution through the lenses of history, law, economics, and public policy. Teacher attendees will increase their personal understanding of foundational principles and dispositions of America’s founding and its roots.

Deliberation in Action: A Civic Season Call to Reimagine Democracy
2025-06-23 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | TX
Join the National Coalition for Dialogue & Deliberation on Monday, June 23rd, for “Deliberation in Action: A Civic Season Call to Reimagine Democracy,” a timely webinar exploring how communities across the country are using dialogue, deliberation, and civic engagement to bridge divides, build trust, and shape inclusive policy. As part of Civic Season—the reflective period between Juneteenth and the Fourth of July—this event highlights democracy as a living culture that requires ongoing practice and renewal. Featuring leading voices in democratic innovation, the conversation will offer real-world examples, strategic insights, and a vision for collective action.
Speakers include:
Roshan Bliss, Director of Democracy Innovations, NCDD
Marjan Ehsassi, Executive Director, FIDE – North America
Katie Fahey, Co-Founder & Executive Director, The People
Christine Lopes Metcalfe, Chief of Staff, Local Policy Lab
Rahmin Sarabi, Director & Founder, American Public Trust
Register Now: http://bit.ly/4kGw4pj

Feast of Reason
2025-06-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virginia Museum of History and Culture, 428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA, 23220, United States
Join us for an afternoon of food and discourse at Richmond’s Virginia Museum of History and Culture. Inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s legendary dinner parties—where great minds gathered to exchange ideas over food and drink—the Feast of Reason is a unique guided conversation dedicated to intellectual exploration, civil discourse, and the pursuit of knowledge. After getting your food and beverage, sit down with friends, old and new, and engage in conversation using our new conversation card deck. A conversation about civics is the goal! Here, everyone shares ideas and learns from one another.
Registration is free and food and beverages from the Museum Café will be available for purchase.

Inclusive Pride Family Day: Celebrate YOU!
2025-06-22 13:00 UTC | Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, Pier 86 W 46th St and 12th Ave,, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Families of all ages and identities are invited to celebrate Pride through hands-on art and storytelling activities. Guests will explore celebrations of identity aboard Intrepid and learn about the history of LGBTQ+ communities in the Navy.
Activities are designed for learners of all ages and abilities. All registrants will receive a social narrative in advance to help prepare for the event.
Teens are encouraged to visit the Teen Corner to create art, hang out and make friends.
Current and former service members and their families who pre-register are invited to enjoy a special Military Family Lounge, featuring light beverages and snacks.
Entry to the Museum is FREE with event pre-registration.

Juneteenth Gathering
2025-06-22 12:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters National Historic Site, 105 Brattle St., Cambridge, MA, 02138, United States
Gather for Juneteenth to honor those who endured slavery and seized freedom on Brattle Street 250 years ago, their descendants, and the long history of Black freedom activism in Cambridge and beyond.
This free, all-ages event is marking its fourth year in 2025! Denise Washington (#Pop-Up Poetry Series), a descendant of Darby Vassall, has curated the Juneteenth Gathering at Longfellow House-Washington’s Headquarters NHS each year. Join us for the Juneteenth Gathering, A Denise Plays Hard Event, featuring speeches, poetry, music, historical displays, family activities, and refreshments. All are welcome!
Event Details
12:30-1:00 PM DJ Steve Gousby
1:00-1:20 PM Welcome, speakers
1:20-2:30 PM Juneteenth # Pop-Up Poetry, A Denise Plays Hard Event, including:
Drum procession – Chibuzo Dunun
Remarks and Libation – Edmund Barry Gaither (Director and Curator of the Museum of the National Center of Afro-American Artists)
The Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” – led by Judge Milton Wright
Denise Washington & The #Pop-Up Poetry Ensemble: Akili Jamal Haynes, Lenny Bradford, Stephen O’Neal
2:30-3:30 PM
DJ Steve Gousby
Interactive history and family activities
Catered refreshments
Partner/resource tables
StoryWalk: Juneteenth for Mazie by Floyd Cooper

Neill-Cochran House Museum Juneteenth Celebration (Free Food!)
2025-06-22 12:00 - 2025-06-23 00:00 (America/Chicago) | Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
The Neill-Cochran House Museum invites you to celebrate Juneteenth at a place that brings Austin history to life. Join us for a day of reflection, celebration, and community as we commemorate emancipation and the struggles and triumphs of those who fought for freedom and the ongoing journey towards equality.
This event is free and open to the public, and includes lunch and refreshments.
Event Schedule (12:00pm – 5:00pm)
12:30 – 2:30 – Lunch (until we run out!)
12:30 – 2:30 – Guided tours of the Slave Quarters
2:30 – 3:00 – Welcome and Words by Damien Brockway and Fidencio Duran
3:00 – 4:00 – Gospel Choir (Christopher D. Spivey & Co.)
Stop by anytime 12:00pm – 4:00pm to join the day’s activities.
Commemorate Juneteenth 2025 at the Neill-Cochran House Museum. Tour the only intact and accessible slave dwelling in Austin, and reflect on the long journey from slavery to freedom and the contributions of the enslaved – those who truly built Austin.
See the newly-installed interior mural triptych, Give Us This Day by Fidencio Duran. This three-part artwork reconnects the interior of the main house to the Slave Quarters and surrounding back yard and returns to the visual narrative of the main house the lives of all the people who lived and worked at this site.
While you are on site…
take a tour of the Slave Quarters
tour the Neill-Cochran House Musuem main house and view Give Us This Day
lift your voice with gospel choir Christopher D. Spivey & Co.
see The Floating World by Daryl Howard, an exhibition of ukiyo-e inspired woodblock prints on display in the NCHM Gallery.
Lunch is provided free-of-charge by Distant Relatives and will be served from 12:30pm until we run out.
For more information, contact us at info@nchmuseum.org

Athens Queer Space Tours
2025-06-22 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Memorial Hall, 101 Sanford Dr, Athens, GA, 30601, United States
Celebrate Pride Month with a 2-mile walking tour of Athens’ LGBTQ+ history, led by local guide Rin Gunn. Discover the people, places, and stories that shaped queer life in Athens. Highlights include Memorial Hall, Church Bar, and other community landmarks.
To support Athens Pride & Queer Collective’s ongoing work, $5 from each ticket sold will be donated directly to APQC.
$20 per person. This tour is offered Saturdays and Sundays, 10:30 am – 12:30 pm, in June.
