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Fearless Women: Feminist Patriots from Abigail Adams to Beyoncé


"Fearless Women" tells the story of women who dared to take destiny into their own hands; some were abolitionists, some famous like Susan B. Anthony, and most of them considered themselves patriots. Find an Event

Untold Power: The Fascinating Rise and Complex Legacy of First Lady Edith Wilson


In 1919 (before women could even vote), Edith Wilson effectively became the first woman President of the United States when her husband, Woodrow Wilson, was incapacitated. Find an Event

Who Let Them In?: Pathbreaking Women in Sports Journalism


Joanne Lannino will discuss the stories of the tenacious and resilient female sportscasters and writers who paved the way for those who followed. Find an Event

National Archives Comes Alive! Young Learners Program: Meet Julia Child


Julia Child (portrayed by Linda Kenyon) shares stories of her youth, her love of cooking, and her role as a traveling the world as a top-secret communicator during World War II. Find an Event

Civic Learning Week Opening Forum


Civic Learning Week kicks off with a forum in Washington, DC, to encourage a national dialogue about why civic education is needed more than ever. Find an Event

Rebellion or Revolution? Understanding the American Revolutionary War


This joint program from the US National Archives and UK National Archives explores records from both collections that reveal American and British perspectives on patriotism and loyalty in the American Revolution. Find an Event

An Evening with Rev. Robert B. Jones, Sr.


Reverend Robert B. Jones Sr. offers an evening of music in conjunction with the new feature exhibit on display at the Ford Museum. Find an Event

Presidents' Day Festival


Join us for a day of presidential storytelling, musical performances, and more that brings history to life for all ages. Find an Event

“Civics for All of US” Teacher Workshop—The First Amendment and You! The Bill of Rights for Elementary Educators


Explore how to engage elementary students with primary sources from the National Archives that demonstrate the power of student voices. Find an Event

“Civics for All of US” Teacher Workshop—The Civilian Conservation Corps: Civics at Work


During this online workshop, teachers will examine primary sources to explore how the government responds to crises, using the CCC as an example.
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