• The American Revolution: Telling History Through Art

    The Harkin Institute 2800 University Ave, Des Moines, IA

    Before photographs and videography, paintings and other forms of art told the story of war and independence. Join us for a special documentary preview and conversation about The American Revolution, directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The six-part series explores the people who lived through America’s founding struggle, their experiences over eight […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: PBS Books Filmmaker Talk

    Join PBS Books for an in-depth Filmmaker Talk featuring filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein and authors Geoffrey C. Ward and Rick Atkinson, who come together to explore the making of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Hosted by Lauren Smith, this conversation dives deep into the themes, creative process, and personal reflections behind this epic documentary series, […]

  • Paul Revere: Dispelling the Myth

    Putnam County Public Library District 105 N Center Street, Putnam, IL

    Join David Gain, Curator of the Paul Revere House in Boston, for an engaging look at the life and legacy of one of America’s most iconic patriots. This program explores how much of the Midnight Ride story holds up to history while revealing lesser-known aspects of Revere’s life as a skilled silversmith, businessman, Freemason, devoted […]

  • Inside Paul Revere’s House: Guided Virtual Tour

    Putnam County Public Library District (IL) 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    Step right in the front door of Paul Revere’s house, virtually, as a trusted guide leads you through the oldest building in downtown Boston, interpreting the spaces, sharing stories, and answering questions in real time. Incredible technology gives participants a 360- degree perspective of each room, allowing you to peer inside fireplaces, look up at […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

    Putnam County Public Library District - Granville Branch 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The adult group, open to participants ages nineteen and older, will meet on Tuesday, February 24th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom. This month’s selection […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

    Putnam County Public Library District - McNabb Branch 322 W. Main Street, McNabb, IL

    Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The teen group, open to participants ages thirteen through nineteen, will meet on Wednesday, February 25th, at 5:00 p.m. at the McNabb Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom. This month’s selection […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

    Putnam County Public Library District - Condit Branch 105 N. Center Street, Putnam, IL

    Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together is a community book club that explores the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The youth group, open to participants ages eight through fourteen, will meet on Thursday, February 26th, at 5:00 p.m. at the Condit Branch, with a virtual option available via Zoom. This month’s selections […]