Online - 1:15pm to 1:45pm

Make Your Voice Count: Learning About the First Amendment (Grades K–2)

In this interactive civics program, students will explore the First Amendment in the Bill of Rights using primary historical sources.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Bill of Rights Day: "Anti-Federalists and the Bill of Rights"

Using clips from the documentary series "Confounding Father: A Contrarian View of the U.S. Constitution," scholars will discuss the arguments of the Anti-Federalists over the Bill of Rights.

Online - 11:15am to 12:00pm

The Bill of Rights Protects You (Grades 6–12)

Students will explore the Bill of Rights and how it outlines both limits on government and the rights of the people

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

American Comics: A History

Jeremy Dauber will discuss the sweeping story of cartoons, comic strips, and graphic novels and their century-long hold on the American imagination.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

The Supreme Court and the Peril of Politics

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer will discuss his recently published book, and a panel of experts will debate the central argument in his text and other challenges facing the Court.

Online - 10:00am to 1:00pm

​Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting

This virtual meeting is open to the public in accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. app. 2).

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Washington at the Plow: The Founding Farmer and the Question of Slavery

Bruce. Ragsdale takes a fresh, original look at George Washington as an innovative land manager whose singular passion for farming would unexpectedly lead him to reject slavery.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Online Screening of December 7th

For the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, we'll show the 20-minute film "December 7th," which won the 1944 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Economic Challenges in a Post-COVID World: Inflation, Supply Chains, and Labor Markets

The Mosbacher Institute is hosting Marc Giannoni, Senior Vice President and Director of Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, in an online conversation about the economic challenges in a post-COVID world, including inflation, supply chains, and labor markets. The program will also include a short time of audience Q&A.RSVP here to receive the Zoom linkor click on the button belowThursday, December 2, 20216:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Central TimeVia ZoomThe Dallas Fed promotes a strong financial system and healthy economy in the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which includes Texas, northern Louisiana, and southern New Mexico. Marc P. Giannoni is senior vice president and director of research. He joined the Dallas Fed in September 2017. Giannoni previously was research economist and assistant vice president in the macroeconomic and monetary studies function of the New York Fed.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Economic Challenges in a Post-COVID World: Inflation, Supply Chains, and Labor Markets

The Mosbacher Institute is hosting Marc Giannoni, Senior Vice President and Director of Research at the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, in an online conversation about the economic challenges in a post-COVID world, including inflation, supply chains, and labor markets. The program will also include a short time of audience Q&A.RSVP here to receive the Zoom linkor click on the button belowThursday, December 2, 20216:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Central TimeVia ZoomThe Dallas Fed promotes a strong financial system and healthy economy in the Eleventh Federal Reserve District, which includes Texas, northern Louisiana, and southern New Mexico. Marc P. Giannoni is senior vice president and director of research. He joined the Dallas Fed in September 2017. Giannoni previously was research economist and assistant vice president in the macroeconomic and monetary studies function of the New York Fed.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Choctaw Confederates: The American Civil War in Indian Country

Author Fay A. Yarbrough reveals that, while sovereignty and states’ rights mattered to the Choctaw Nation’s leaders, the survival of slavery also determined the Nation’s support of the Confederacy.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Our First Civil War: Patriots and Loyalists in the American Revolution

H. W. Brands describes the American Revolution in a way that shows it to be more than a fight against the British: it was also a violent battle among neighbors forced to choose sides, Loyalist or Patriot.

Online - 11:30am to 12:30pm

Celebrate! with Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers

Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers share stories of both their history and modern culture in a virtual performance that culminates with a dance in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

Online - 1:15pm to 1:45pm

The Constitution Rules! For Grades K–2

In this 30-minute program, students will explore the idea of different responsibilities in their community and analyze images that highlight the jobs of the three branches of government.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

The Black Man’s President

This history of Lincoln’s personal connections with Black people over the course of his career reveals a side of the 16th President that, until now, has not been fully explored or understood.

Online - 11:15am to 12:00pm

The Constitution and Our Community for Grades 3-5

In this 45-minute program, students will explore the idea of community, hone their primary source analysis skills by examining government records, and connect the Constitution to their own lives.

Online - 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Saving the Freedom of Information Act

In her new book, Professor Margaret Kwoka examines how use of the Freedom of Information Act has changed since its enactment, creating new processes that have had a deleterious impact on journalists and the media.

Online - 10:00am to 12:30pm

​Chief FOIA Officers Council Meeting

This virtual meeting is open to the public.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Reclamation: Sally Hemings, Thomas Jefferson, and a Descendant's Search for Her Family's Lasting Legacy

Gayle Jessup White, a Black descendant of Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings’s family, explores America’s racial reckoning through the prism of her ancestors. Historian Annette Gordon-Reed will join the author.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Lunch & Learn Special Edition with NASA

Lunchtime virtual presentation with brief audience questions and answers.

Online - 11:00am to 12:00pm

National Archives Comes Alive! Young Learners Program: Meet Frederick Douglass

In this Young Learners Program, Phil Darius Wallace portrays Frederick Douglass, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

A Scottish Blockade Runner in the American Civil War: Joannes Wyllie of the Steamer Ad-Vance

John F. Messner's book describes the Civil War blockade of the South and explores the story of how one British mariner came to command the steamer "Ad-Vance," one of the most successful runners of the war.

Online - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier 

In honor of the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Jeff Gottesfeld, author of "Twenty-One Steps," and a Tomb guard discuss the significance of the Tomb.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Ike's Book Club - November 2021

We meet the 2nd Tuesday of alternating months at 7 p.m. These discussions are open to everyone, regardless of whether or not you have read the book.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

On Eleanor Roosevelt

Allida Black and David Michaelis discuss the life of Eleanor Roosevelt and the role she played in advancing human rights and women’s rights in the mid-20th century.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: A Century of Honor

Philip Bigler tells the dramatic story of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, America's most cherished and revered military shrine.

Online - 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Cokie: A Life Well Lived

In his new book, Steve Roberts pays tribute to the extraordinary life and legacy of his wife, legendary journalist Cokie Roberts.

Online - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Notable Native People: 50 Indigenous Leaders, Dreamers, and Changemakers from Past and Present

Author Adrienne Keene will share biographies from her young adult book, Notable Native People: 50 Indigenous Leaders, Dreamers, and Changemakers from Past and Present.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Hollywood Victory: The Movies, Stars, and Stories of World War II

Christian Blauvelt’s book "Hollywood Victory" tells how the film industry enlisted in the Allied effort during the second World War. Presented in partnership with Turner Classic Movies (TCM).

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Lunch & Learn Series - Atoms for Peace

The monthly Lunch & Learn series is held the 4th Thursday of each month.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

National Archives Comes Alive! Young Learners Program: Meet Washington Irving

Neill Hartley portrays Washington Irving, sharing Irving’s life and excerpts from his short stories, including "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."

Online - 1:15pm to 2:00pm

The Constitution and Our Community for Grades 3-5

In this 45-minute program, students will explore the idea of community, hone their primary source analysis skills by examining government records, and connect the Constitution to their own lives.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Travels with George

Author Nathaniel Philbrick took to the road to follow George Washington’s Presidential excursions across the newly formed United States of America.

Online - 11:15am to 11:45am

The Constitution Rules! For Grades K–2

In this 30-minute program, students will explore the idea of different responsibilities in their community and analyze images that highlight the jobs of the three branches of government.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Back to Earth: What Life in Space Taught Me About Our Home Planet―And Our Mission to Protect It

NASA astronaut Nicole Stott imparts essential lessons in problem-solving, survival, and crisis response that each of us can practice to make change.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Slavery and the Constitutional Convention

Using clips from a new documentary series, scholars will discuss the 1787 debates, compromises that led to the protections, and present-day controversies over how we teach the creation of the Constitution.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Chemistry Saves Lives - Texas A&M University's Chemistry Road Show

Join us to ignite imaginations and inspire students using chemistry demonstrations! Some of these will have weird polymers, super cold materials and even some surprising loud reactions! Dr. Jim Pennington presents the Texas A&M University Chemistry Road Show. He greatly enjoys teaching studentsChemistry is fundamental to medical education, acting as the foundation on which the human body functions. Chemistry is the key to life and underpins the search for a cure for cancer. The late President Bush and Barbara Bush became advocates supporting and encouraging medical research to find cures for cancer following the death of their daughter Robin. One day, with the power of chemistry, cancer may be cured.Register at Connect2Texas.net to attend virtually or to receive a free recording afterwards.Create an account.Click on the Events tab and select George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, event Chemistry Saves Lives -- Texas A&M Universitys Chemistry Road Show.Registration help: Contact Lori Hamm-Neckar at lhamm@esc11.net or 817-740-7156All in-person programs are dependent on Covid-19 conditions. There will be a public announcement when in-person programs restart.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Chemistry Saves Lives - Texas A&M University's Chemistry Road Show

Join us to ignite imaginations and inspire students using chemistry demonstrations! Some of these will have weird polymers, super cold materials and even some surprising loud reactions! Dr. Jim Pennington presents the Texas A&M University Chemistry Road Show. He greatly enjoys teaching studentsChemistry is fundamental to medical education, acting as the foundation on which the human body functions. Chemistry is the key to life and underpins the search for a cure for cancer. The late President Bush and Barbara Bush became advocates supporting and encouraging medical research to find cures for cancer following the death of their daughter Robin. One day, with the power of chemistry, cancer may be cured.Register at Connect2Texas.net to attend virtually or to receive a free recording afterwards.Create an account.Click on the Events tab and select George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, event Chemistry Saves Lives -- Texas A&M Universitys Chemistry Road Show.Registration help: Contact Lori Hamm-Neckar at lhamm@esc11.net or 817-740-7156All in-person programs are dependent on Covid-19 conditions. There will be a public announcement when in-person programs restart.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

A Nation of Descendants: Politics and the Practice of Genealogy in U.S. History

Author Francesca Morgan traces Americans’ fascination with tracking family lineage through three centuries and explores how genealogy has always mattered in the United States.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Liberty Is Sweet: The Hidden History of the American Revolution

Woody Holton discusses his reassessment of the American Revolution, showing how the Founders were influenced by overlooked Americans—women, Native Americans, African Americans, and religious dissenters.