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Saying It Loud: 1966—The Year Black Power Challenged the Civil Rights Movement
Journalist and author Mark Whitaker explores the momentous year that redefined the civil rights movement.
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“Remember the Maine”: 125th Anniversary Discussion
A panel of historians and archivists will discuss the sinking of the USS "Maine" and the start of the Spanish-American War.
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The National Archives Comes Alive! Young Learners Program: Meet Matthew Henson
Meet Matthew Henson, the famous African American polar explorer.
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The Story of Five Men’s Heroism and Sacrifice: 80 Years After the Sinking of the USAT Dorchester
Almost three-fourths of those on board the Army transport ship "Dorchester" perished when it was sunk in 1943, but a number of survivors credited the efforts of the "Four Chaplains" and a Coast Guard cook.
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Exhibit Opens: America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR & A Changing Nation
America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and a Changing Nation, looks at America’s evolution through the lens of its most popular instrument.
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Exhibit Closes: America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR & A Changing Nation
America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and a Changing Nation, looks at America’s evolution through the lens of its most popular instrument.
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"Exhibit Opening: Dick Boak opens America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and A Changing Nation"
Dick Boak opens America at the Crossroads: The GUITAR and A Changing Nation. As an author, historian, and guitar builder for Martin guitars, Dick Boak will bring these instruments to life.
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Living the Dream: The Contested History of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
In "Living the Dream," author Daniel T. Fleming tells the history behind the establishment of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the battle over King’s legacy.
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The First Amendment: Five Rights in One! (Grades 3–5)
Students will explore the First Amendment freedoms from the Bill of Rights in this interactive and engaging civics program based on historical primary sources.
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Voting Rights, the Constitution & Representative Government (Grades 6–8)
Using the Constitution, constitutional amendments, and legislation, students will explore the progression of voting rights in the United States.