• 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 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, 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 […]

  • SLICE OF THE COMMUNITY: Students’ “Voices of Liberty”

    Nashville PBS, Studio A 161 Rains Ave, Nashville, TN

    Jerome Moore and Johnson Learning Center students and educators discuss MNPS’ first student-led podcast. Nashville PBS’ Jerome Moore and Johnson Learning Center students and faculty explore Hawks Talk, Metro Nashville […]

  • Paul Revere: Dispelling the Myth

    Putnam County Public Library District 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, 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 […]

  • The Forgotten Front: Illinois in the Revolutionary War

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

    When most people think of the American Revolution, they think of Boston, Philadelphia, and Valley Forge. But the war was also fought on the Illinois frontier, and the story is every bit as dramatic. Freelance writer and historical researcher, Tom Emery, will present his recent work, Illinois in the Revolutionary War, shining a spotlight on […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    What does it mean to be American? Join us for a hybrid community book club exploring that question through the lens of the American Revolution. The evening opens with a preview screening from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt's PBS documentary The American Revolution, followed by an informal group discussion. This month's featured title […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    What does it mean to be American? Join us for a hybrid community book club exploring that question through the lens of the American Revolution. The evening opens with a […]

  • 250 Years of Us Book Club: The Shoemaker and the Tea Party

    Dallas Public Library Dallas, TX

    In the lead-up to America’s 250th anniversary, this book club explores history through both fiction and non-fiction that challenge familiar narratives and invite fresh perspectives on the American past. Each […]

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