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December 1 Thursday
Washington, DC - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST
Path Lit by Lightning: The Life of Jim Thorpe
David Maraniss's book "Path Lit by Lightning" tells the story of Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation who rose to fame for his athletic prowess. Anita Thorpe, Jim Thorpe's granddaughter, will attend.
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December 2 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 5 Monday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 6 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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Online - 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. PST
Becoming America: How We Gained and Secured Freedom and Self-Government
This lecture series is being presented by the National Archives and the Center for Civics Education at Concordia University Irvine.
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December 7 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 8 Thursday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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Online - 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST
The National Archives Comes Alive! Young Learners Program—Meet George Mason
Actor Don McAndrews portrays George Mason, known as the "Father of the Bill of Rights," who in 1787 refused to sign the Constitution because he believed it did not secure individual rights.
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Online - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST
The Jeffersonians: The Visionary Presidencies of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe
Kevin R.C. Gutzman’s "The Jeffersonians" chronicles the men, known as the Virginia Dynasty, who served as President from 1801 to 1825.
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December 9 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 12 Monday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 13 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 14 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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Online - 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST
If Gold Is Our Destiny: How a Team of Mavericks Came Together for Olympic Glory
In "If Gold Is Our Destiny," Sean P. Murray shares the story of how a group of free-spirited players and their demanding coach became one of the greatest indoor volleyball teams of all time.
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December 15 Thursday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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Online - 11:15 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. EST
Make Your Voice Count: Learning About the First Amendment (Grades K–2)
During this interactive civics program, students will explore the First Amendment in the Bill of Rights using primary historical sources to learn about the importance of rights and how to exercise their freedoms.
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Online - 1:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights Protects You (Grades 6–12)
During this interactive program, students will explore the Bill of Rights and how it outlines both limits on government and the rights of the people.
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Online - 2:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. EST
The First Amendment: Five Rights in One! (Grades 3–5)
During this interactive program, students will explore the First Amendment freedoms from the Bill of Rights using historical primary sources from the National Archives.
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December 16 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 19 Monday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 20 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 21 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 22 Thursday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 23 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 26 Monday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 27 Tuesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 28 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 29 Thursday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 30 Friday
Washington, DC - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
The Bill of Rights and You!
We're celebrating the Bill of Rights all month long with civics-themed activities in the Boeing Learning Center!
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December 31 Saturday
West Branch, IA - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST
EXHIBIT CLOSES: Deliverance: America and the Famine in Soviet Russia, 1921-1923
Deliverance tells the story of one of the greatest humanitarian efforts, with Herbert Hoover and the American Relief Administration’s providing food and medical relief during the Soviet famine.
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January 28 Saturday
West Branch, IA - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST
EXHIBIT OPENS: 1968: The Folsom Redemption
1968: A Folsom Redemption is a collection of photographs and memories of two journalists lucky enough to be among a handful of eyewitnesses to the historic Johnny Cash concerts at Folsom Prison.
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March 16 Thursday
West Branch, IA - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CDT
EXHIBIT CLOSES: 1968: The Folsom Redemption
1968: A Folsom Redemption is a collection of photographs and memories of two journalists lucky enough to be among a handful of eyewitnesses to the historic Johnny Cash concerts at Folsom Prison.
All events listed in the calendar are free unless noted.