Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:45pm

EVENT CANCELLED

Academy Award Documentary Feature Nominee: RBG

The National Archives hosts the 15th annual free screenings of the Academy Award® nominees in four categories.

Boston, MA - 10:30am to 11:30am

Celebrate! with Flying Ship Productions - Rosa's Ride

This moving production with original songs, inspirational scenes, and exciting dances traces Rosa Parks's various experiences of discrimination leading up to the famous Montgomery, Alabama bus incident.

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Historian William Taubman Author Program

Pulitzer Prize winning author William Taubman discusses his bestselling biography "Gorbachev: His Life and Times."

Independence, MO - 10:00am to 11:00am

Presidents' Day Cookies

Celebrate President’s Day with fresh-baked presidential cookies.

West Branch, IA - 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Before the Crash: The Hoover Presidency

In celebration of Presidents Day Herbert Hoover Library Archivist Matthew Schaefer will speak about the early months of Herbert Hoover was in office.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Lady First: The World of First Lady Sarah Polk

The wife of President James K. Polk was an activist First Lady with an active role in the American feminist movement.

Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Music in the Life of President Lincoln

A panel will discuss the role of music in the life of President Lincoln

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Chisholm '72: Unbought and Unbossed

This documentary film takes an in-depth look at Shirley Chisholm, the first black woman elected to Congress.

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Chris Wilson Author Program

Author Chris Wilson discusses his new book "The Master Plan."

Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:00am

Story Time in the ReSource Room for Pre-Schoolers

Join us for story time designed for 3- to 5-year-olds and accompanying adults.

Kansas City, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Film Screening and Discussion of The Jazz Ambassadors

Film screening of "The Jazz Ambassadors" in Alumni Hall on the Park University campus, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The Girls Next Door: Bringing the Home Front to the Front Lines

This book provides a look at how young women volunteered to help and entertain servicement from World War I through wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Independence, MO - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

The Hello Girls – screening and Q&A with Executive Producer James Theres

In partnership with the Independence chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Library will host guest speaker James Theres to discuss his documentary “The Hello Girls”

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Marlon James Author Program

Man Booker Prize-winning author Marlon James discusses his new novel Black Leopard, Red Wolf.

Independence, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Unexampled Courage: An Evening with Judge Richard Gergel

Federal District Judge Richard Gergel is author of Unexampled Courage: The Blinding of Sgt. Isaac Woodard and the Awakening of President Harry S. Truman and Judge J. Waties Waring.

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Spy Pilot, Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 Incident, and a Controversial Cold War Legacy

One of the most talked about events of the Cold War was the downing of the American U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers Sr. over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960. After being shot down Powers was captured by the KGB, subjected to a televised trial, and imprisoned - all of which created an international incident.Join us now for an exciting evening with author Francis Gary Powers Jr. as he explores the harrowing tale of his father's experience in the Cold War.Born June 5, 1965, in Burbank, California, he is the son of Francis Gary and Claudia SuePowers. Gary holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy from California State University, LosAngeles, and a Masters Degree in Public Administration / Certification in Non-profit Managementfrom George Mason University (GMU), Fairfax, Virginia.He will graduate this year with hisMasters Degree in U.S. History from Adams State University, Alamosa, CO.Gary is the Founder and Chairman Emeritus of The Cold War Museum, a 501(c) (3) charitylocated at Vint Hill, VA 45 minutes west of Washington, DC. He founded the museum in 1996 tohonor Cold War veterans, preserve Cold War history, and educate future generations about this timeperiod.Recently, he consulted for a StevenSpielberg Cold War thriller, Bridge of Spies, about James Donovan who brokered the 1962 spyexchange between KGB spy Rudolph Abel and CIA U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, Sr.After the program there will be a reception and book signing. We will have several items for sale! We'll have the following books by Mr. Powers: "Operation Overflight," "Spy Pilot," "Strangers on a Bridge," and "Letters from a Soviet Prison." We'll also have a hollow Ike Dollar Coin (you can hide your secret messages inside!) and some Francis Gary Powers autographed items.Admission is free but seating is limited so reservations are strongly suggested. For further information please contact (979) 691-4014 or email: reservations.bush@nara.gov

College Station, TX - 12:00am

Spy Pilot, Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 Incident, and a Controversial Cold War Legacy

One of the most talked about events of the Cold War was the downing of the American U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers Sr. over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960. After being shot down Powers was captured by the KGB, subjected to a televised trial, and imprisoned - all of which created an international incident.Join us now for an exciting evening with author Francis Gary Powers Jr. as he explores the harrowing tale of his father's experience in the Cold War.Born June 5, 1965, in Burbank, California, he is the son of Francis Gary and Claudia SuePowers. Gary holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy from California State University, LosAngeles, and a Masters Degree in Public Administration / Certification in Non-profit Managementfrom George Mason University (GMU), Fairfax, Virginia.He will graduate this year with hisMasters Degree in U.S. History from Adams State University, Alamosa, CO.Gary is the Founder and Chairman Emeritus of The Cold War Museum, a 501(c) (3) charitylocated at Vint Hill, VA 45 minutes west of Washington, DC. He founded the museum in 1996 tohonor Cold War veterans, preserve Cold War history, and educate future generations about this timeperiod.Recently, he consulted for a StevenSpielberg Cold War thriller, Bridge of Spies, about James Donovan who brokered the 1962 spyexchange between KGB spy Rudolph Abel and CIA U-2 pilot Francis Gary Powers, Sr.After the program there will be a reception and book signing. We will have several items for sale! We'll have the following books by Mr. Powers: "Operation Overflight," "Spy Pilot," "Strangers on a Bridge," and "Letters from a Soviet Prison." We'll also have a hollow Ike Dollar Coin (you can hide your secret messages inside!) and some Francis Gary Powers autographed items.Admission is free but seating is limited so reservations are strongly suggested. For further information please contact (979) 691-4014 or email: reservations.bush@nara.gov

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Bluff City: The Secret Life of Photographer Ernest Withers

Author Preston Lauterbach examines the career of Ernest Withers,a civil rights photographer who was secretly an informant for the FBI.

Little Rock, AR - 11:00am to 1:00pm

Ask A Tiny House Expert!

Meet John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin, Hosts of the FYI Network hit TV Show "Tiny House Nation".

Boston, MA - 10:30am to 11:30am

Celebrate! with Tanglewood Marionettes - The Dragon King

Journey below the sea in this story of fantasy, courage and wonder. Tanglewood Marionettes bring to life fantastic sea creatures and a fearless grandmother who goes in search of the Dragon King.

College Station, TX - 9:30am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Opening: Grand Canyon Photographs

The 'Grand Canyon Photographs' is an exhibit celebrating the Centennial Anniversary of Grand Canyon National Park.

Washington, DC - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

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Is America Ready for a Third Party?

Former members of Congress discuss the two-party system and whether the nation is ready for a third party.

College Station, TX - 9:30am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Opening: Spies, Traitors, Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America

Spies, Traitors, Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America highlights major events and periods in U.S. History when Americans were threatened by enemies within its borders.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm

Spy Pilot: Francis Gary Powers, the U-2 Incident, and a Controversial Cold War Legacy

Powers's son offers new information about what happened to his father on the 1960 flight that caused an international incident.

Abilene, KS - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Monthly Lunch and Learn series with speaker Will Hitchcock who will speak on his book "The Age of Eisenhower"

Monthly Lunch and Learn speaker and light lunch

Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:00am

Story Time in the ReSource Room for Pre-Schoolers and Adults

Three- to 5-year-olds will hear stories about the Arctic.

Kansas City, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Film Screening and Discussion of Inventing Tomorrow

Film screening and discussion of "Inventing Tomorrow" at Park University, 8700 NW River Park Drive, Parkville, MO.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Influenza: The Hundred-Year Hunt to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History

In his new book, Dr. Jeremy Brown describes the history of the flu virus and how close we are to finding a cure.

Boston, MA - 10:30am to 11:30am

Celebrate! with Benkadi Drum and Dance

Benkadi Drum & Dance returns to perform dances showcasing traditional West African rhythms and movements. With vivid costumes, interpretive dance, and audience participation, folktales come to life before your eyes!

Abilene, KS - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Arts Council of Dickinson County Winter Film Festival - Won't You Be My Neightbor?

The annual winter Film Festival

Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

World War I Armistice Tribute Concert with Pershing's Own

Musicians from U.S. Army Band "Pershing's Own" will perform compositions by French composers in the post-World War I period.

Abilene, KS - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Book Talk Once Upon a Town

Book discussion series

Washington, DC - 10:00am to 4:00pm

Museum Selfie Day

Join people around the world taking selfies to promote museums and their holdings.

Abilene, KS - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Arts Council of Dickinson County Winter Film Festival - The Glass Castle

The Annual Winter FIlm Festival

Austin, TX - 9:00am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Closure: Leveling the Playing Field

Exhibit on display April 21, 2018 - January 13, 2019.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

The First Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill George Washington

Brad Meltzer investigates how some of his hand-picked troops and the governor of New York plotted against George Washington.

Yorba Linda, CA - 9:00am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Closes: All Aboard, America! Holiday Train Display

Annual Christmas celebration featuring large train displays.

Simi Valley, CA - 6:00pm to 10:00pm

Exhibit Closes: Great American Christmas: Holiday Lights at the Reagan Library

60 -90 minute walk around the Reagan Library grounds to view light displays and animated 3-D light displays, live music playing

Abilene, KS - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Arts Council of Dickinson County Winter Film Festival - Ice Palace

An annual film festival sponsored by the Arts Council of Dickinson County

College Station, TX - 9:30am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Closes: Leonardo Da Vinci: Machines in Motion

"Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion" presents full-scale machines that were built after in-depth study of Leonardo da Vinci's designs by a group of scientists and skilled craftsmen in Florence, Italy.