Past Events
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June 30 Saturday
Hyde Park, NY - 8:00am to 4:00pm
Family Fun Festival
Tthe Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum and the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site present the 3nd annual Family Fun Festival
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June 26 Tuesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Kenny Leon Author Program
Kenny Leon discusses and signs his new book Take You Wherever You Go.
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June 24 Sunday
Kansas City, MO - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
In the Know: African-Americans in Times of War with Bernard Harris
This free afternoon lecture will be offered at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO.
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June 23 Saturday
Simi Valley, CA - 11:00am
American Radio Relay League's "Field Day"
For the event, the Ventura County Amateur Radio Society will be joined by the Simi Settlers Amateur Radio Club and members of the Southern California Contest Club, all operating under the call-sign of ”N6R" . -
Austin, TX - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Exhibit Opening: 1968 Olymipics
Exhibit on display June 23, 2018 - November 28, 2018. -
West Branch, IA - 9:00am to 1:00pm
Cinnamon Ridge Dairy Farm Tour
A guided tour of Cinnamon Ridge Dairy, a family owned, family run farm.
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June 22 Friday
College Station, TX - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Movie: "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs"
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs as we enjoy "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" under the stars. Games and free refreshments will begin at 7 p.m., and the movie will start just after sundown. -
Kansas City, MO - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
History Happy Hour at Tom’s Town
History Happy Hour with Dr. Jon Taylor at Tom's Town Distillery Co., 1701 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri. -
Independence, MO - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
History Happy Hour with Jon Taylor “Harry and Tom”
Jon Taylor, History Professor at the University of Central Missouri, will discuss the relationship between Harry Truman and Tom Pendergast. -
Washington, DC - 10:30am to 12:30pm
Family Learning Lab Programs: Constitution in Action Learning Lab
Take on the roles of researchers and archivists for a day! (Best for children in grades 5 and over.) -
College Station, TX - 9:30am to 5:00pm
Exhibit Opens: The Greatest Legislation: An American Legion Centennial Salute to the GI Bill
The Bush Presidential Library and Museum celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Post 9/11 GI Bill by hosting “The Greatest Legislation: An American Legion Centennial Salute to the GI Bill” to College Station.
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June 21 Thursday
Hyde Park, NY - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Author Talk & Signing: Alexander Heffner Author of A Documentary History of the United States
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum will present an author talk and book signing with PBS host and journalist Alexander Heffner. -
Yorba Linda, CA - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Meet Andrew Puzder
Meet Andrew Puzder, Former CEO of Carl’s, Jr. Lecture and Book Signing -
Washington, DC - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
ISCAP MDR Forum
Interagency Security Classification Appeals Panel (ISCAP) MDR Forum -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Robert F. Kennedy Legacy Program: Ripples of Hope
Through her new book, Kerry Kennedy aims to enlighten people about her father’s legacy and bring to life Robert F. Kennedy’s values and passions. -
Washington, DC - 11:00am to 12:00pm
Family Learning Lab Programs: Rights and Responsibilities Learning Lab
Take on the roles of researchers and archivists for a day! (Best for children in grades 4 and under.)
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June 20 Wednesday
Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Citizen Engagement in America’s History
Join us for a cross-generational and bipartisan discussion about how citizen movements have influenced – or failed to influence – policymakers
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June 19 Tuesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Rick Barton Author Program
Ambassador and global conflict leader Rick Barton discusses and signs his book "Peace Works." -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
We Few: U.S. Special Forces in Vietnam
We Few is a riveting memoir that details the actions and experiences of this small group of Americans and their indigenous allies.
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June 17 Sunday
Simi Valley, CA - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
Father’s Day Celebration
Join us for our 5th annual Father’s Day Celebration at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Museum. We are pleased to offer the father in your family a day of fun-filled activities. -
Austin, TX - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Exhibit Closure: War Bonnets
Exhibit on display from January 20, 2018 - June 17, 2018.
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June 16 Saturday
Washington, DC - 3:00pm to 4:15pm
World Premiere of The Cold Blue, presented in collaboration with AFI DOCS
Using long-archived footage from Wyler's “Memphis Belle,” this new documentary film chronicles the B-17 airmen and their missions during of World War II. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Hat's Off to Harry! Puppet Show
A fun-filled puppet show about the adventures of young Harry Truman created by the experts at the Puppetry Arts Institute. -
Austin, TX - 9:00am to 5:00pm
Exhibit Opening: Dog Days of Summer
Exhibit on display June 16, 2018 - November 14, 2018. -
West Branch, IA - 9:00am to 10:30am
Food Preservation 101
Presentation by Iowa State University Extension Office -
Hyde Park, NY - 10:00am to 5:30pm
15th annual Roosevelt Reading Festival
The FDR Presidential Library will present the 15th annual Roosevelt Reading Festival on Saturday, June 16, 2018.
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June 15 Friday
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
The Hello Girls
Featuring archival film and photographs from the National Archives, this new documentary film tells the story of America’s first female soldiers. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Hat's Off to Harry! Puppet Show
A fun-filled puppet show about the adventures of young Harry Truman created by the experts at the Puppetry Arts Institute.
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June 14 Thursday
Independence, MO - 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Members Night at the Museum
Truman Library Institute members are invited to attend an exclusive, after-hours event at the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Hat's Off to Harry! Puppet Show
A fun-filled puppet show about the adventures of young Harry Truman created by the experts at the Puppetry Arts Institute. -
College Station, TX - 10:30am to 11:30am
Community Juneteenth Celebration
The Bryan-College Station community-wide celebration of Juneteenth with the annual Freedom Walk and an interactive storytelling program at the Bush Center.
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June 13 Wednesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Jan Croon Author Program
Jan Croon discusses and signs "The War Outside My Window:The Civil War Diary of LeRoy Wiley Gresham, 1860-1865 " -
Washington, DC - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Escape Room! Hands-on Adult Workshop
Investigate and solve a brand new mystery with some of the more curious records of the National Archives during the third annual “escape room” for adults. -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
The Lost Indictment of Robert E. Lee: The Forgotten Case against an American Icon
In “The Lost Indictment of Robert E. Lee,” historian John Reeves tells the story of the forgotten legal and moral case that was made against the Confederate general after the Civil War. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Hat's Off to Harry! Puppet Show
A fun-filled puppet show about the adventures of young Harry Truman created by the experts at the Puppetry Arts Institute.
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June 12 Tuesday
Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Andrew Lawler Author Program
Andrew Lawler discusses and signs his book "The Secret Token." -
New York, NY - 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Finding Family Genealogy Series - Using the Resources of the New York State Archives
The spring "Finding Family Genealogy Series" focuses on genealogy research tactics and resources with key New York institutions. -
Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 2:00pm
The Class of '74: Congress After Watergate and the Roots of Partisanship
In November 1974, following the historic Watergate scandal, Americans went to the polls determined to cleanse American politics. -
College Station, TX - 11:00am to 3:00pm
Bush Birthday Celebration and Tribute
94th birthday celebration for President George Bush and a tribute to Mrs. Bush. The celebration is from 11am to 3pm with snacks and refreshments. Family reading will also be held in honor of Barbara Bush's legacy. -
Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am
Hat's Off to Harry! Puppet Show
A fun-filled puppet show about the adventures of young Harry Truman created by the experts at the Puppetry Arts Institute.
All events listed in the calendar are free unless noted.