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The Jeffersonians: The Visionary Presidencies of Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe
Kevin R.C. Gutzman’s "The Jeffersonians" chronicles the men, known as the Virginia Dynasty, who served as President from 1801 to 1825.
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Path Lit by Lightning: The Life of Jim Thorpe
David Maraniss's book "Path Lit by Lightning" tells the story of Jim Thorpe, a member of the Sac and Fox Nation who rose to fame for his athletic prowess. Anita Thorpe, Jim Thorpe's granddaughter, will attend.
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The First Amendment: Five Rights in One! (Grades 3–5)
During this interactive program, students will explore the First Amendment freedoms from the Bill of Rights using historical primary sources from the National Archives.
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The Bill of Rights Protects You (Grades 6–12)
During this interactive program, students will explore the Bill of Rights and how it outlines both limits on government and the rights of the people.
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Make Your Voice Count: Learning About the First Amendment (Grades K–2)
During this interactive civics program, students will explore the First Amendment in the Bill of Rights using primary historical sources to learn about the importance of rights and how to exercise their freedoms.
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2022 Annual Theme
DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER: THE MAKING OF A LEADER
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Critical Conversations: Separation of Powers and the State of American Democracy
A panel of constitutional and legal experts will discuss the importance of the constitutional principle of separation of powers, how it has been tested, and what is needed to keep our democracy going.
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Special Film Screening in Commemoration of Veterans Day
In commemoration of Veterans Day, we will screen two classic U.S. Government–produced films from the Second World War: "The Battle of Midway" and "Prelude to War."
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Nixon Legacy Forum: Laying the Foundation for the Modern Presidency: Reorganization Plan 2 of 1970
A panel for former members of the Nixon White House staff will discuss how Nixon's transformation of national security and domestic agencies laid the foundation for the modern Presidency.
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The Last Hill: The Epic Story of a Ranger Battalion and the Battle that Defined WWII
In "The Last Hill," Bob Drury and Tom Clavin tell the incredible story of one Ranger battalion's heroism and courage in World War II.