Current Exhibitions

Discovering the Civil War
On exhibit at the National Archives Building, Washington, DC
Beginnings: April 30 - September 6, 2010
Consequences: November 10, 2010 - April 17, 2011

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News & Events

September 9

The Great Generals Series with General Wesley K. Clark

Grant bookcover

Gen. Wesley K. Clark (ret.) moderates a panel discussion of The Great Generals book series. Panelists include John Mosier, author of Grant; Steven E. Woodworth, author of Sherman; Donald A. Davis, author of Stonewall Jackson; and Noah Andre Trudeau, author of Robert E. Lee.

September 11

Alvarez Kelly

National Archives, Washington, DC

Based on an actual incident, this action-adventure stars William Holden as a cattleman whose herd is stolen by Confederate raiders. Also stars Richard Widmark. (1966; 116 minutes) Please note—viewer discretion is advised.

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McGowan Theater

Did you miss one of our fantastic programs? The National Archives Experience is proud to offer a selection of streaming video programs from our public program repertoire.

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