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  • September 14 Tuesday

    College Station, TX - 12:00am

    George to George: How the U.S. Constitution Guides Us

    Celebrate the Constitution with Us!Constitutional law expert Thomas Borcher will explain how the U.S. Constitution was created. He helps us to understand the three branches of our Government. We will examine the Constitutions role in shaping the presidencies of our 1st President, George Washington, and our 41st President, George H.W. BushAvailable starting September 14, 2021 to stream for free on YouTube from our Bush Library YouTube Education/Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBushLibrary/Education or pre-register for your free digital copy at Connect2Texas.net.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    George to George: How the U.S. Constitution Guides Us

    Celebrate the Constitution with Us!Constitutional law expert Thomas Borcher will explain how the U.S. Constitution was created. He helps us to understand the three branches of our Government. We will examine the Constitutions role in shaping the presidencies of our 1st President, George Washington, and our 41st President, George H.W. BushAvailable starting September 14, 2021 to stream for free on YouTube from our Bush Library YouTube Education/Channel https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBushLibrary/Education or pre-register for your free digital copy at Connect2Texas.net.

  • September 8 Wednesday

    Grand Rapids, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

    The Memory, Legacy, and Lingering Questions of 9/11

    Historian Garrett M. Graff, author of the New York Times bestseller "The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11," looks at how our nation remembers the events of September 11th, 2001.

  • September 7 Tuesday

    Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

    American Phoenix: Heroes of the Pentagon on 9/11

    9/11 eyewitnesses join author Lincoln Starnes in a discussion of their experiences in the Pentagon.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    The Return of Legendary Author John Erickson and “Hank the Cowdog”

    Hank the Cowdog's exciting new addition is "Ranch Weather."Its impact on cowboys' livesis caused by different weather affecting every aspect of ranching. Cowboys help cattle survive blizzards, droughts and floods!Legendary Author John Erickson returns with stories and songs to tell us about Hank the Cowdogs adventures.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 The Return of Legendary Author John Erickson and Hank the CowdogRegistration 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

    The Return of Legendary Author John Erickson and “Hank the Cowdog”

    Hank the Cowdog's exciting new addition is "Ranch Weather."Its impact on cowboys' livesis caused by different weather affecting every aspect of ranching. Cowboys help cattle survive blizzards, droughts and floods!Legendary Author John Erickson returns with stories and songs to tell us about Hank the Cowdogs adventures.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 The Return of Legendary Author John Erickson and Hank the CowdogRegistration 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.

  • August 31 Tuesday

    Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

    The Failed Promise: Reconstruction, Frederick Douglass, and the Impeachment of Andrew Johnson

    Robert S. Levine's account of Reconstruction presents the struggle between Frederick Douglass and President Andrew Johnson.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Why Are There Wildlife Refuges?

    Wildlife refuges are an important part of Americas land use make-up. They provide areas for wild plants and animals to live safe and stable lives. Living there full time or making seasonal visits, many animals, such as migratory birds, beavers and red wolves, call wildlife refuges home.Come join us as we explore wildlife refuges with a lesson, a create-a-creature activity, and a guided craft on designing a wildlife refuge. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the third of our Environmental Awareness Series. The upcoming topic is the Antarctic Protection Act.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Why Are There Wildlife Refuges?

    Wildlife refuges are an important part of Americas land use make-up. They provide areas for wild plants and animals to live safe and stable lives. Living there full time or making seasonal visits, many animals, such as migratory birds, beavers and red wolves, call wildlife refuges home.Come join us as we explore wildlife refuges with a lesson, a create-a-creature activity, and a guided craft on designing a wildlife refuge. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the third of our Environmental Awareness Series. The upcoming topic is the Antarctic Protection Act.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Protecting our North American Wetlands

    You can view this lesson for FREE by clicking the Video button.Wetlands are an important feature of Americas geographic make-up. They come in many different forms. For example, coastal marshes, act as cradles of the sea and buffer inland areas from hurricanes. Wetlands support a wide variety of life and ecosystems.Come join us as we explore the North American Wetlands Conservation Act with a lesson, a salt-water density activity, and a guided craft on making colorful coffee filter flowers. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the second of our Environmental Awareness Series. Upcoming topics include: Wildlife Refuges and the Antarctic Protection Act.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Protecting our North American Wetlands

    You can view this lesson for FREE by clicking the Video button.Wetlands are an important feature of Americas geographic make-up. They come in many different forms. For example, coastal marshes, act as cradles of the sea and buffer inland areas from hurricanes. Wetlands support a wide variety of life and ecosystems.Come join us as we explore the North American Wetlands Conservation Act with a lesson, a salt-water density activity, and a guided craft on making colorful coffee filter flowers. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the second of our Environmental Awareness Series. Upcoming topics include: Wildlife Refuges and the Antarctic Protection Act.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Let's Keep Breathing Clean Air

    This will be on at the link below until August 31.The video may also be found and will continue to be found on theSummer CampandStorytellingpages under the Education tab.The air we breathe is often taken for granted. In a rapidly changing economy, it is important for government to seek the best possible outcome for everyone. President George H.W. Bushs Clean Air Act of 1990 contributed to saving 160,000 live by forcing the reduction in carbon emissions from cars and factories.Come join us as we explore the Clean Air Act with a lesson, an activity about wing-spans, and a guided craft focusing on clouds. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the first of our Environmental Awareness Series. Upcoming topics include: The N.A. Wetlands Conservation Act, Wildlife Refuges, and the Antarctic Protection Act.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    Let's Keep Breathing Clean Air

    This will be on at the link below until August 31.The video may also be found and will continue to be found on theSummer CampandStorytellingpages under the Education tab.The air we breathe is often taken for granted. In a rapidly changing economy, it is important for government to seek the best possible outcome for everyone. President George H.W. Bushs Clean Air Act of 1990 contributed to saving 160,000 live by forcing the reduction in carbon emissions from cars and factories.Come join us as we explore the Clean Air Act with a lesson, an activity about wing-spans, and a guided craft focusing on clouds. This video is S.T.E.A.M. based and student-centric.This is the first of our Environmental Awareness Series. Upcoming topics include: The N.A. Wetlands Conservation Act, Wildlife Refuges, and the Antarctic Protection Act.

  • August 18 Wednesday

    Online - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

    The Women’s Suffrage Centennial: Impact and Legacy

    A panel discusses the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment and its effectiveness in raising public awareness of women's fight for equality.

  • August 17 Tuesday

    Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

    "Chasing Me to my Grave" Author program

    "Chasing me to My Grave" is memoir of the late artist Winfred Rembert. We'll talk to Rembert's wife Patsy and co-author Erin Kelly.

  • August 10 Tuesday

    Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

    Evenings at Ease - August 2021

    The Evenings at Ease series is held the second Tuesday of every other month at 7 p.m. central time.

  • August 5 Thursday

    Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

    Run: Book One by John Lewis author program

    Run: Book One is the continuation of the life story of John Lewis and the struggles seen across the United States after the Selma voting rights campaign. We'll talk to Lewis' co-author and the book's illustrators.

  • July 15 Thursday

    Online - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

    The Director: My Years Assisting J. Edgar Hoover

    Paul Letersky, former assistant to FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover, offers a unique inside look at one of the most powerful law enforcement figures in American history in "The Director."

  • July 13 Tuesday

    Online - 7:00pm to 8:00pm

    Ike's Book Club - July 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.

  • July 1 Thursday

    Online - 1:00pm to 1:30pm

    The Road to the Declaration: Before the Boston Massacre - Voices of Boston

    Actors portraying Phillis Wheatly, Crispus Attucks, and Mrs. Benjamin Edes discuss conditions in Boston and New York leading up the “Boston Massacre” in March 1770.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    New Exhibit, "Texas Sea Grant: 50 Years of Science and Stewardship"

    The Texas Sea Grant College Program at Texas A&M is celebrating 50 years of science and stewardship at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum!As one of the first sea grant programs, Texas Sea Grant has a rich history of supporting the Texas coast and its people through cutting-edge research and innovative outreach and educational programs.Visitors will learn about historic and current Texas Sea Grant programs, discover marine wonders, and realize their own impact as stewards of the Texas coast.This exhibit will be on displayin the Ansary Gallery of American History from July 1, 2021, until July 5, 2022.
  • College Station, TX - 12:00am

    New Exhibit, "Texas Sea Grant: 50 Years of Science and Stewardship"

    The Texas Sea Grant College Program at Texas A&M is celebrating 50 years of science and stewardship at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum!As one of the first sea grant programs, Texas Sea Grant has a rich history of supporting the Texas coast and its people through cutting-edge research and innovative outreach and educational programs.Visitors will learn about historic and current Texas Sea Grant programs, discover marine wonders, and realize their own impact as stewards of the Texas coast.This exhibit will be on displayin the Ansary Gallery of American History from July 1, 2021, until July 5, 2022.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • June 29 Tuesday

    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.

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