College Station, TX - 12:00am

New Exhibit, "Oceans of Plastic"

Plastic pollution, particularly in our oceans, is one of the most pressing consumer and environmental issues that we face today.Oceans of Plasticis a strangely beautiful collection of art made from plastics acquired from beaches along the Texas Gulf Coast. Artist and beachcomber Shelia Rogers compiled and arranged the trash to highlight the true impact of plastics on our wildlife and oceanic habitats.Oceans of Plasticchallenges each visitor to make small lifestyle changes that will reduce the amount of plastics waste each of us create, and collectively changing the course of plastic pollution and saving our oceans and beaches.Along with theOceans of Plasticexhibit, we will be featuringGeorge Bush: An Environmental President. This exhibit will outline President Bushs environmental initiatives, including the Clean Air Act Amendment, the Everglades National Park Expansion Act, the Antarctic Protection Act, and the Oceans Act. We will also have artifacts related to environmental conservation efforts from across the globe.Oceans of Plasticwill be on exhibit July 1, 2021, until July 5, 2022.

Online - 5:00pm to 6:00pm

The Declaration of Independence and Diversity: Then and Now

In a virtual live discussion, a panel of scholars will examine how the ideals and words of the Declaration relate to issues of race, gender, and diversity today.

Online - 1:00pm to 1:30pm

The Road to the Declaration: The Acts of Rebellion - The Stamp Act and the Townshend Acts

John Dickenson and Patrick Henry express their views on England’s oppressive policies on the colonies, and why the colonies should unite in defense of their rights.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

An Evening With Chuck Robb

Join us for an evening with former U.S. Senator and Virginia Governor Charles “Chuck” Robb, speaking on his remarkable life as chronicled in his recent release In the Arena: A Memoir of Love, War, and Politics.

Online - 1:00pm to 1:30pm

The Road to the Declaration: Raising Revenue - The Early Acts of Parliament with John and Abigail Adams

Abigail and John Adams reflect on how British revenue acts affected daily life in the American colonies.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Winning Independence: The Decisive Years of the Revolutionary War, 1778–1781

In "Winning Independence," John Ferling describes the underexplored history of the second half of the Revolutionary War.

Online - 1:00pm to 1:30pm

The Road to the Declaration: The French and Indian War - George Washington

An actor portraying young George Washington will talk about his time as a young officer in the British Army.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Lunch & Learn Series: Roosevelt and the Four Freedoms

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

Simi Valley, CA - 9:00am to 12:00pm

On the Record: News Literacy Then and Now

Professional Development Opportunity for Teachers on News Literacy.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The Indispensables: The Diverse Soldier-Marines Who Shaped the Country, Formed the Navy, and Rowed Washington

Patrick K. O’Donnell dramatically recounts how Marbleheaders spearheaded the break with Britain, seized British ships, forged critical supply lines, and established the origins of the U.S. Navy.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

“Moving Forward” – Juneteenth 2021

Celebrate Juneteenth with us! Our theme is "Freedom's Legacy: Moving Forward." Reflecting on the African-American ties, we see the Eagle as asymbol of knowing your self-worth and valuing the concept ofKnow Thyself and Believe.Poet-Storyteller Oba William King returns to share insights, to uplift us and remind us of the history of Juneteenth. We will sing with him, learn from him, love his drum beats, and be inspired by him. He says, "In the process of learning we lose fear." Together in a family and community, we learn that we are stronger. By choosing pillars or goals of life to follow, we thrive and help each other together. Let the celebration begin!

College Station, TX - 12:00am

“Moving Forward” – Juneteenth 2021

Celebrate Juneteenth with us! Our theme is "Freedom's Legacy: Moving Forward." Reflecting on the African-American ties, we see the Eagle as asymbol of knowing your self-worth and valuing the concept ofKnow Thyself and Believe.Poet-Storyteller Oba William King returns to share insights, to uplift us and remind us of the history of Juneteenth. We will sing with him, learn from him, love his drum beats, and be inspired by him. He says, "In the process of learning we lose fear." Together in a family and community, we learn that we are stronger. By choosing pillars or goals of life to follow, we thrive and help each other together. Let the celebration begin!

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

"On Juneteenth" with Annette Gordon-Reed

Harvard Professor & Pulitzer Prize-winning author Annette Gordon-Reed. Her new book On Juneteenth.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The Great Dissenter: The Story of John Marshall Harlan, America’s Judicial Hero

In "The Great Dissenter," Peter S. Canellos tells the story of Supreme Court Justice John Marshall Harlan, whose words built the foundations for the legal revolutions of the New Deal and Civil Rights eras.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Kai Bird Author program

Kai Bird discusses his new book: "The Outlier"

Online - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Republic of Detours: How the New Deal Paid Broke Writers to Rediscover America.

Scott Borchert will discuss the story of the Federal Writers’ Project—a division of the Works Progress Administration founded to employ jobless writers.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Genealogy Series: Merchant Marine Records at the National Archives at St. Louis

Session 6 of our Genealogy Series will introduce you to Merchant Marine Licensing Files and other connected Merchant Marine records.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

An American Marriage: The Untold Story of Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd

Historian Michael Burlingame describes and analyzes why Lincoln had good reason to regret his marriage to Mary Todd.

Online - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee Meeting

Public meeting of the Freedom of Information Act Advisory Committee.

Online - 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Justice Rising: Robert Kennedy’s America in Black and White

Patricia Sullivan, professor of history at the University of South Carolina, discusses her new book "Justice Rising: Robert Kennedy’s America in Black and White."

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Can Congress Reform Itself Again?

A panel of former and current Members of Congress discuss the effect off hyper-partisanship on the way Congress operates.

Online - 11:00am to 12:00pm

Young Learners Program: Meet Benjamin Franklin

In this Young Learners program, children will meet Benjamin Franklin—scientist, inventor, entrepreneur, politician, and diplomat

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

EVENT CANCELLED

Evenings at Ease - June 2021

The Evenings at Ease series is held the 2nd Tuesday of alternating months at 7 p.m.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

The Man I Knew: The Amazing Story of George H.W. Bush’s Post-Presidency

"The Man I Knew" is a vibrant behind-the-scenes look into the ups and downs of heading up the office of a former President by one of the people who knew him best—chief of staff Jean Becker.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Genealogy Series: Civil War Union Noncombatant Personnel: Teamsters, Laundresses, Nurses, Sutlers, and More

Session 5 of our Genealogy Series introduces you to records about noncombatant civilians connected with the Union Army during the American Civil War.

Online - 10:00am to 11:30am

Inaugural WWII Emerging Scholars Symposium

The Eisenhower, Roosevelt, and Truman Presidential Libraries are proud to present our inaugural emerging scholars symposium to commemorate D-Day.

Online - 10:00am to 11:30am

Inaugural WWII Emerging Scholars Symposium

The Eisenhower, Roosevelt, and Truman Presidential Libraries are proud to present our inaugural emerging scholars symposium to commemorate D-Day.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

On Juneteenth

In "On Juneteenth," Pulitzer Prize–winning historian Annette Gordon-Reed tells the sweeping story of Juneteenth’s integral importance to American history.

Online - 10:00am to 11:30am

Inaugural WWII Emerging Scholars Symposium

The Eisenhower, Roosevelt, and Truman Presidential Libraries are proud to present our inaugural emerging scholars symposium to commemorate D-Day.

Online - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Genealogy Series: From Here to There: Researching Office of Indian Affairs Employees

Session 4 of our Genealogy Series demonstrates how to search for personnel files of Bureau of Indian Affairs employees.

Online - 10:00am to 11:30am

Inaugural WWII Emerging Scholars Symposium

The Eisenhower, Roosevelt, and Truman Presidential Libraries are proud to present our inaugural emerging scholars symposium to commemorate D-Day.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Mrs. Bush's Story Time

Weare excited to announce the launch ofMrs. Bush's Story Time, ournew podcast for families featuring original recordings from the radio program of the same name.Mrs. Bushs Story Time, a radio program co-produced with the Philadelphia-based Childrens Literacy Initiative and ABC Radio, originally aired from 1990 to 1994, while Mrs. Bush served as First Lady of the United States. The new podcasthosted by Honorary ChairDoro Bush Kochfeatures archival recordings of Mrs. Bush readingcherished childrens stories aloud with special guests likeWinnie the Pooh,Daffy Duck,Elmo, andGrover, and celebrities includingOprah WinfreyandAlan Arkin.The podcast also includes literacy tips from formerFirst Lady Laura Bushand memories about childhood reading experiences shared by bestselling authorsDelia Owens,Jesse J. Holland,Susan Orlean, andEric Motley.We recently shared more background on the podcast, including an exclusive interview with Mrs. Bush's granddaughter,Jenna Bush Hager, withPeoplemagazine. Click on the Read More link below to see the article.Were thrilled to continue preserving Mrs. Bushs legacy while also sharing her love of reading with a new generation of families. You canvisitwww.barbarabush.org/podcastto listen and subscribe.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Mrs. Bush's Story Time

Weare excited to announce the launch ofMrs. Bush's Story Time, ournew podcast for families featuring original recordings from the radio program of the same name.Mrs. Bushs Story Time, a radio program co-produced with the Philadelphia-based Childrens Literacy Initiative and ABC Radio, originally aired from 1990 to 1994, while Mrs. Bush served as First Lady of the United States. The new podcasthosted by Honorary ChairDoro Bush Kochfeatures archival recordings of Mrs. Bush readingcherished childrens stories aloud with special guests likeWinnie the Pooh,Daffy Duck,Elmo, andGrover, and celebrities includingOprah WinfreyandAlan Arkin.The podcast also includes literacy tips from formerFirst Lady Laura Bushand memories about childhood reading experiences shared by bestselling authorsDelia Owens,Jesse J. Holland,Susan Orlean, andEric Motley.We recently shared more background on the podcast, including an exclusive interview with Mrs. Bush's granddaughter,Jenna Bush Hager, withPeoplemagazine. Click on the Read More link below to see the article.Were thrilled to continue preserving Mrs. Bushs legacy while also sharing her love of reading with a new generation of families. You canvisitwww.barbarabush.org/podcastto listen and subscribe.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

"All the Best" Podcasts

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is proud to announce "All the Best," a brand new weekly podcast hosted by one of the Bushes grandsons, Sam LeBlond. "All the Best" features interviews with the Bushes family, friends, former colleagues and fellow Points of Light with a special emphasis on service to others.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

"All the Best" Podcasts

The George & Barbara Bush Foundation is proud to announce "All the Best," a brand new weekly podcast hosted by one of the Bushes grandsons, Sam LeBlond. "All the Best" features interviews with the Bushes family, friends, former colleagues and fellow Points of Light with a special emphasis on service to others.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

An Evening With Carol Leonnig

Washington Post investigative reporter & Pulitzer Prize-winning author Carol Leonnig, on her new book Zero Fail:The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service.

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Lunch & Learn: Advocating for Civil Rights in Eisenhower's White House

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

Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Brainstorms and Mindfarts: The Best and Brightest, Dumbest and Dimmest Inventions in American History

In "Brainstorms and Mindfarts," Jim Downey presents a collection of the brightest and most innovative American inventions along with the frivolous and utterly useless ones lost to history.

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Lynden Harris-Discussion of the Book "Right Here, Right Now" with Lisa Armstrong

Lynden Harris discusses her new book "Right Here, Right Now" with Lisa Armstrong

Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

In the Arena: A Memoir of Love, War, and Politics

In his book "In the Arena," Chuck Robb offers a political memoir of his extraordinary life.