Book Talk – Vesper Flights: A Conversation with Helen Macdonald
Tuesday, March 22, at 5 p.m. ET
Register in advance; watch on the National Archives YouTube Channel
Presented in partnership with the Concord Museum
Henry David Thoreau once remarked: “In wildness is the preservation of the world.” One of his intellectual and spiritual heirs is Helen Macdonald, bestselling author of H Is for Hawk. Join her in a conversation about her newest collection of essays, Vesper Flights, in which she writes about “those moments where mystery arises from the meeting of human art and unpredictable natural phenomena.” At the conclusion of the forum, the Concord Museum will launch a new Thoreau microsite that was funded, in part, through the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Book Talk – The Color of Abolition: How a Printer, a Prophet, and a Contessa Moved a Nation
Wednesday, March 23, at 1 p.m. ET
Register in advance; watch on the National Archives YouTube Channel
Author Linda Hirshman will discuss the alliance among Frederick Douglass, William Lloyd Garrison, and Maria Weston Chapman — and how its breakup led to the success of an American social movement. In the crucial early years of the abolition movement, the Boston branch of the cause seized upon the star power of Frederick Douglass to make its case for slaves’ freedom. Journalist William Lloyd Garrison promoted emancipation, while Garrison loyalist Maria Weston Chapman, known as “the Contessa,” raised money and managed Douglass’s speaking tour.
Through incisive, original analysis, Hirshman argues that the inevitable breakup was in fact a successful failure. Eventually Douglass was able to dangle the prize of his endorsement over the Republican Party’s candidate for President, Abraham Lincoln. Two years later, the abolition of slavery became immutable law. Joining the author in conversation will be Margaret Sullivan, Media Columnist at the Washington Post.
Lunch & Learn - Home as Foundation
Thursday, March 24, at 1 p.m. ET
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The Eisenhower Presidential Library’s 2022 Public Program annual theme is Dwight D. Eisenhower: The Making of a Leader. Programs will focus on Family, Military, President, and/or Mentorship, and how they relate to Ike’s leadership.
March’s event focuses on family. Covering both literal and figurative implications, what did the structure at 201 East South Fourth Street mean to the future general and President? Ikes’s parents, David and Ida, provided educational, moral, and spiritual guidance. But did the home and property itself influence Ike and his brothers?
Distance Learning Programs for Students —“We Rule: Civics for All of US”
Friday, March 25, at 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. ET
These programs are offered as a part of We Rule: Civics for All of US, a new education initiative from the National Archives that promotes civic literacy and engagement. Our interactive distance learning programs draw upon the vast holdings of the National Archives to promote the knowledge and skills students need for civic engagement in the 21st century. Each program is led by one of our educators located at National Archives sites or Presidential Libraries across the country. Check www.archives.gov/education/civic-education for more information, including how to request a program for groups of 10 or more students.
- The Bill of Rights Protects You (Grades 6–12)
11:15 a.m. ET; Register online
In this interactive program, students will explore the Bill of Rights and how it outlines both limits on government and the rights of the people. We will work together to analyze three case studies that underscore the remedies that citizens can use to address instances where their rights have been violated. This program will introduce students to the Bill of Rights and strengthen their civic understanding.
- Make Your Voice Count: Learning About the First Amendment (Grades K–2)
1:15 p.m. ET; Register online
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.
1950 Census Genealogy Series – The 1950 Census Website: Design, Development, and Features to Expect
National Archives YouTube Channel
Michael Knight’s presentation will provide attendees with an overview of the design and development approach used in the creation of the 1950 Census website. Attendees will also learn about the various search and discovery features that will be available on the website when it is launched on April 1, 2022. Learn more about the 1950 Census with our Genealogy Series.
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