Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Copies of the book are available at the Ocean Pines branch circulation desk.
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Come join the kick-off event for the Bethel area Independence 250 program series to pick up a copy of the first reading group book, and learn more about what we have planned for 2026! This event will also feature a screening and discussion of a highlight reel from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION documentary. (Now available for […]
Join us for a special afternoon to view and discuss selected excerpts from the PBS documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION on Sat., 1/10 at 2pm. The screener will showcase art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776. The […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Come and enjoy an overview screening of Ken Burns American Revolution. We have a guest speaker from the local Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Join a lively discussion of leadership, the documents and what we learned as students about the American Revolution.
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
As we gear up for the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, young readers are invited to see history through the lens of Lauren Tarshis’ I Survived: The American Revolution. We'll meet for one hour for 10 sessions—just the right rhythm to enjoy and complete a few chapters together. Bring nothing but your curiosity: sit, […]
Celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary by taking on a “tin smithing” craft. We will be punching holes in a tin can to make a lantern. Please bring your own hammer. Space is limited so sign-up online at spencerlibrary.com to reserve your spot. Free and open to the public. Call 712-580-7290 for more information.
Please join Darien Library for a screening reel of "The American Revolution" a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt with introductory remarks from Mark Contreras, President & CEO of Connecticut Public, our statewide PBS station.
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
We will be celebrating the upcoming 250th Anniversary of the U.S. with highlights of the Ken Burns Documentary Series that was released in November, 2025. The Polson Library will be showing short reels from the PBS series "THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION" - a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Afterwards Gil Mangles from […]
Join the Talbot250 Commission and friends as we officially kick off Talbot County’s 365th anniversary and the nation’s Semiquincentennial year with a special program at the Avalon Theatre featuring The American Revolution, a new documentary series directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, and written by Geoffrey Ward. This one-hour event includes a […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Join LILRC for a panel discussion about Long Island during the Revolutionary War, including life under British occupation (1776 -1783) and the Culper Spy Ring organized by George Washington. Moderated by Chris Kretz, noted podcaster of The Long Island History Project, the panel will include Claire Bellerjeau, author of Remember Liss, the true story of […]
Desert Foothills Library is excited to share a Documentary General Overview of the six-part series of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION that recently premiered on PBS.
Join us for a colonial silhouette craft. Best for teens and adults.
Please join us on Thursday, January 15 at 6pm for a special evening in partnership with CT Public. The Museum will show an excerpt of the new Ken Burns documentary, The American Revolution, which examines how America’s founding turned the world upside-down. Then, a panel of Native American historians will explore the formation of the […]
The Milton Public Library is celebrating Massachusetts 250 (MA250), a statewide initiative celebrating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution and Massachusetts' role as the birthplace of American independence. This initiative kicks off tonight with a screening of selected clips from The American Revolution, a documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary with a “tin smithing” craft. Punch holes in a tin can to make a lantern. Please bring your own hammer. Space is limited so sign-up online.
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of the American Revolution docuseries, co directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share, Episode 1: "In Order to be Free" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on PBS.
The Putnam County Public Library District will host the inaugural meeting of Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together, a community book club exploring the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The event will take place on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Granville Branch, with a virtual option available via […]
In this immersive workshop for 6-12th grade social studies teachers, participants will step back in time and experience the era that forged America - with Region 16 Education Service Center, Panhandle PBS, and the Texas Panhandle War Memorial & Education Center. Hosted at the Texas Panhandle War Memorial & Education Center in Amarillo, TX, the […]
Commemorate and reflect upon the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a film screening and discussion. Watch a short excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new film directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt, followed by a community discussion. The featured segment from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, “The Spirit of Service,” explores […]
Save to the date to join us at Purdue University Fort Wayne's Neff Hall 101 for an evening screening clips from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Following the screening, stay for a discussion about our nation, our history and and more, featuring, from the film, Historian Kathleen DuVal, Professor of History at the University of North Carolina-Chapel […]
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation! The Spirit of Service screening reel includes selected excerpts from the series and is designed to encourage thoughtful discussion about THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, especially around the spirit of service in American culture - 30 minute film clip with discussion after. Free to the Public.
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation! The Spirit of Service screening reel includes selected excerpts from the series and is designed to encourage thoughtful discussion about THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, especially around the spirit of service in American culture - 30 minute film clip with discussion after. Free to the Public.
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of the American Revolution docuseries, co directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share, Episode 2: "An Asylum for Mankind" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on PBS.
Join the New Bedford Whaling Museum for a special program marking the opening of Forging Independence | Building a Nation, a new semi-permanent exhibition developed in recognition of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. The exhibition explores the diverse regional experiences that shaped the struggle for independence and the new nation that emerged. The […]
PBS Western Reserve, in collaboration with the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, is offering a free event which includes a digital exhibition featuring materials from the American Revolution era, an abbreviated screening of the new Ken Burns film, and a panel discussion led by experts that will highlight women in the American Revolution […]
History comes to life at the Richmond Hill Bryan County Library during an afternoon dedicated to the birth of a nation. Patrons are invited to enjoy light refreshments while viewing specially curated clips from the acclaimed Ken Burns series, The American Revolution. Following the screening, the floor opens for a friendly discussion, allowing local enthusiasts […]
PBS Western Reserve, in collaboration with the Fine Arts Association, is offering a preview of The American Revolution, followed by a Q&A with historical interpreters.
Step into a pivotal moment in history with a 36-minute extended preview of the new six-part, 12-hour documentary series The American Revolution, directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. We are thrilled to welcome Southern Oregon PBS CEO Phil Meyer to ScienceWorks, joining us to guide audiences through curated clips that trace the […]
Experience a 36-minute extended preview of The American Revolution, the six-part documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, 1/24/26 at 3pm at ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, Ashland. The curated clips that explore how thirteen colonies united, fought for independence, and sparked global democratic change.
PBS Western Reserve, in collaboration with the Fort Laurens Museum, is offering a preview of The American Revolution, followed by an in-depth tour of Ohio's lone Revolutionary War fort.
Join us for a screening that focuses on freedom and religion followed by a discussion.
Harding University partnered with Arkansas PBS and the Arkansas State Library to host a two-day event centered on Thomas Paine’s Common Sense and early American history. The event featured a symposium at Harding University on March 13, a public Transcribe-a-Thon on March 14 to encourage engagement with Revolutionary-era documents, and a screening of "The American […]
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of The American Revolution docuseries, co-directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share Episode 3 - "The Times That Try Men's Souls" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on […]
Historian Dr. Richard Bell talks about his new book that investigates how "The American Revolution was not only the colonies' triumphant liberation from the rule of an overbearing England; it was also a cataclysm that pulled in participants from around the globe and threw the entire world order into chaos.”
The Oxford area will commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary with a series of community-centered events highlighting local history, civic reflection, and shared creativity. Plans include a public screening of an overview of the Ken Burns documentary "The American Revolution" hosted at Herr’s on June 3, 2026, offering residents an opportunity to engage with the broader […]
We will be at the Princeton school today from 4-7pm for the New Years Revolutions Volunteer Fair! Come and see what our local organizations do for our community, and consider joining some or volunteering to help at specific events. We are helping to organize this opportunity as part of a series of programs honoring the […]
Becky Hill Piliponis of the Illini Chapter and Jean Galetti of the Chief Senachwine Chapter will present an informative program about the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The presentation will highlight the organization’s distinguished history, explain how to trace one’s genealogy to potential Revolutionary War ancestors, and outline the process of becoming a member. […]
Join us every month for a new craft. We bring the materials; you bring the creativity! Limit 30.
You know the importance of the document, but what happened to these men and their families afterwards? You may be surprised by their sacrifices. Practice your own signature using a variety of quills and fountain pens. For ages 12-18.
The Spirit of Service screening reel includes selected excerpts from the series and is designed to encourage thoughtful discussion about THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, especially around the spirit of service in American culture - 30 minute film clip with discussion after.
The Putnam County Public Library District will host the inaugural young adult meeting of Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together, a community book club exploring the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The event will take place on Wednesday, January 28th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the McNabb Branch, with a virtual option […]
In partnership with our local PBS station – WNIT – join us to watch curated segments of the film series that focus on service. And as we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, reflect on how you might engage your own community with revolutionary civic service.
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of The American Revolution docuseries, co-directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share Episode 4 - "Conquer by a Drawn Game" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on PBS.
Join Ball State PBS and Swiss Village Retirement Community, for a free screening event and group discussion celebrating Ken Burns’s latest PBS documentary, “The American Revolution,” on Thursday, January 29th starting at 3:30 p.m. at the Swiss Village Retirement Community, 1350 W. Main Street Berne, Indiana 46711. The event will feature a preview of “The […]
The Putnam County Public Library District will host the inaugural youth meeting of Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together, a community book club exploring the American Revolution through shared reading, discussion, and film. The event will take place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the Condit Branch, with a virtual option available […]
The UNI Departments of History and Political Science present this screening of The American Revolution, with remarks offered by the director of the UNI Center for Civic Education. The event is free, and all are welcome.
Saturday, May 23 is the first day of the 2026 season! The Museum grounds, exhibits, and store will officially open for the season for all to visit and explore. Admission is free for all visitors and we’ll have some fun opening day programs for all ages including: Opening of the Museum’s new exhibit, “Fragments: Voices […]
Experience a special screener of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, featuring key clips from the series. Join us for a deeper look into America’s fight for independence, followed by an engaging discussion on its historical significance.
Experience a special screener of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, featuring key clips from the series. Join us for a deeper look into America’s fight for independence, followed by an engaging discussion on its historical significance.
Community screening of the American Revolution with food trucks and community activities.
Join Red River Theatres, the New Hampshire Historical Society, and New Hampshire PBS for a special screening of Spirit of Service, an excerpt from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This selection of clips explores the enduring ideal of service in American life, and how the most diverse […]
Join us for a screening and discussion featuring the first episode of The American Revolution (“In Order to Be Free (May 1754 – May 1775)”: Political protest escalates into violence. War gives thirteen colonies a common cause. RUNTIME: 1h 56m 9s.) Join historian Eleanor McConnell for a Q&A after the screening.
Better Together: Celebrating U.S. will provide guests with experiences to deepen their civic engagement and learn about what makes US and our communities thrive. The day will include screenings and thematic discussions around THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, an exhibit about women's suffrage, Revolutionary War trivia mini golf, collaborative art pieces, citizenship test games, viewings of WFYI […]
WNIT Presents: The American Revolution at the Museum Campus A Free Public Event Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary South Bend, IN — The Studebaker National Museum and The History Museum are proud to join WNIT in presenting a special afternoon program exploring the enduring legacy of the American Revolution. The event takes place Wednesday, March 26 […]
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 Public Schools’ first student-led podcast, and its new “Voices of Liberty” episodes about what it means to be American at the country’s 250th anniversary. The […]
View an exhibit of free-form miniature art created by community members aged 13 and up, with a special focus on patriotism. (On exhibit throughout the month of February.)
Let’s celebrate our 250th! Lafayette in the Somewhat United States is a humorous and insightful portrait of the famed Frenchman, the impact he had on our young country, and his ongoing relationship with some of the instrumental Americans of the time, including George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, and many more. Books can be checked […]
Do you have a Revolutionary Patriot in your ancestry? You might, if you ancestry includes ancestors living in the Revolutionary and pre-Revolutionary period in the American colonies. The Black Mountain Foothills Chapter of the National Daughters of the Revolution will present a brief overview of the DAR Research resources open to the public, the assist […]
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of The American Revolution docuseries, co-directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share Episode 5 - "The Soul of All America" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on PBS.
Selected excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION showcase art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776.
learn how colonial women contributed to the Revolutionary effort in every aspect of their lives. Revolutionary women stepped out of the colonial "women's sphere" and took up the cause in letters and literature, through political leadership, on the battleground, and managing the homefront. The lecture will present the remarkable stories of women who sought liberty […]
Art historian Dr. Jennifer Kruglinski talks to us about art during the colonial era.
Join us for a special screening and thoughtful discussion of “The American Revolution”, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt. Participants will watch a half hour excerpt from the film and discuss the film and the founding era.
The Black Heritage Trail of NH, The Music Hall Lounge, and New Hampshire PBS present a special screening of excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt. Following the screening, is a moderated conversation between author and historian Glenn Knoblock and Black heritage Trail executive director JerriAnne Boggis, […]
Screening reel of "The American Revolution" a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt with introductory remarks from Lucy Nalpathanchil, Vice President of Community Engagement at Connecticut Public. This one-hour event includes a 46-minute screening of selected moments from the six-part series that highlight the courage, sacrifice, and civic duty that united ordinary […]
Join us at UC Law SF for a screening and discussion of the history and future of democracy with leading legal scholars and an afternoon reception. The Rule of Law and Democracy discussion panel features: Burt Neuborne: Norman Dorsen Professor of Civil Liberties Emeritus, Founding Legal Director, Brennan Center for Justice, NYU, David Faigman: Chancellor […]
As a proud recipient of a community partner grant from PBS in commemoration of The American Revolution docuseries, co-directed by Ken Burns, Desert Foothills Library is excited to share Episode 6 - "The Most Sacred Thing" Join Desert Foothills Library for this six part series of the American Revolution that recently premiered on PBS.
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 […]
Four partner libraries, including Jeffersonville Township Public Library, Harrison County Public Library, Knox County Public Library, and the Sons of the American Revolution Library, wil host an event to demonstrate how volunteers can get invoved with By the People, a transcription project sponsored by the Library of Congress.
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 […]
Teens ages 13 through 19 are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos […]
Experience special screenings of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, featuring key clips from the series. Join us for a deeper look into America’s fight for independence, followed by an engaging discussion on its historical significance.
Travel back to the 1700s and learn about colonial era toys and games, then try them out for yourself in this hands-on program full of old fashioned fun. For ages 6-11.
Roosevelt House Public Policy Institute is pleased to present a screening of excerpts from Ken Burns' The American Revolution followed by a discussion featuring filmmakers including co-director Sarah Botstein and writer Geoffrey Ward.
Youth, ages 8 through 14, are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos […]
Adults, ages 19 and older, are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants will watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with additional short videos […]
Historian Tom Kelleher of Old Sturbridge Village will relate how the legacy of "the peculiar institution" (which existed in every New England colony) has shaped Colonial society since 1600 and left a lasting legacy.
Adults ages 19 and older are invited to join a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, short film clips, and conversation. Each month, participants will view a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with […]
Talk by Former Washington Headquarters Docent Joel Farkas - Discussion of Washington's Continental Army Winter Encampments duirng the winters of 1776 - 77 and 1779-80
As Maryland marks 250 years of American history, this presentation explores the lives and legacy of African Americans in the colonial era, with a special focus on the Delmarva Peninsula and the broader Chesapeake region. We will explore how African Americans contributed to the development of early America.
Teens ages 13–19 are invited to take part in a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants view a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with short companion videos […]
Youth ages 8–14 are invited to a hybrid community book club that brings readers together to explore the American Revolution through shared reading, conversation, and film. Each month, participants watch a preview from the PBS documentary The American Revolution by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, along with short videos connected to the featured […]
Screening of short clip and panel discussion following regarding the American Revolution in Knox County Indiana.
Come celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a free community screening event of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution.
East-West English Department Celebrates Black History Month and the opening of America with excerpts from Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION and the poetry of Phyllis Wheatley
The Becket Athenaeum will host a screening of an excerpt reel from the recent PBS documentary, The American Revolution, followed by a discussion about what it means to be revolutionary moderated by Massachusetts State Senator, Paul Mark. Participants are invited to consider the questions: “What does revolution mean to you?” and “Is there an historical […]
Travel back to the 1700s and learn about colonial era toys and games, then try them out for yourself in this hands-on program full of old-fashioned fun.
Attendees will discover the fascinating history of the Kentucky Rifle — the uniquely American firearm that became a symbol of skill, ingenuity, and independence. Gun collector and historian Curt Johnson will explore how this iconic rifle was crafted, used, and celebrated during the American Revolution. He will also bring three antique long rifles as part […]
Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our nation! The “Spirit of Service” screening reel includes selected excerpts from the PBS documentary series, THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, and is designed to encourage thoughtful discussion, especially around the spirit of service in American culture. The discussion will be led by Kristina E. Poznan, PhD, who has earned degrees in […]
A deeper look into what was going on in the Northwest Territory and adjacent area to the south during the American- Revolution.
Back in the day, early settlers brought honey bees to the new world. Learn how the bees made the trip,how their honey and wax were harvested in colonial America and how bees have learned to adapt since their arrival in 1622.
Travel back to the 1700s and learn about colonial era toys and games, then try them out for yourself in this hands-on program full of old-fashioned fun. For ages 6-11.
The struggle for independence had allowed American women to assert themselves as political actors as never before. Would they happily resume their apolitical domestic roles after the war? Or would they demand to be recognized and directly represented in the new political order? This lecture, led by University of Maryland historian Richard Bell, explores these […]
Meet Dr. Ben Franklin! Portrayed by professional historical reenactor Terry Kutz, "Dr. Franklin" will talk about his work with Revolutionary leaders like Washington, Jefferson, and Adams, as well as his upcoming trip to France, where he will be soliciting French support for the patriot cause. As the oldest signer of the Declaration of Independence, Dr. […]
Nothing says the Colonial Era quite like a bit of true crime. Grab a friend or try solo to solve these real colonial cases. Top detectives will receive a prize.
Maryland turns 250 this year! Come test your knowledge of our state and its history with this trivia contest. Prizes (awarded to the top three teams) are provided by the Friends of the Ocean Pines Library.
WUCF's America250 Initiative invites families to Building a New World: from the American Revolution to City Island featuring an interactive event with Emmy-winning animator Aaron Augenblick, creator of PBS KIDS’ City Island. Aaron will show clips from City Island and discuss how it promotes civics and community engagement. Then, attendees will join Aaron in designing […]
Easton-based traditional music group, Ampersand, will present a concert of Revolutionary War-era music. The concert will include songs about the stirrings of revolution, the experiences of colonists in different walks of life, songs from soldiers on both sides of the conflict, a tune written by an enslaved person, and protest songs written at the time.
Celebrate Maryland 250 by making your very own 18th century-style tricorn hat! All supplies provided. For families.
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 […]
Join us for a virtual tour of Signers Hall at the National Constitution Center where there are 42 bronze statues of the signers of the Constitution.
America is turning 250! This workshop with Region 16 Education Service Center and Panhandle PBS will offer a powerful one-day deep dive into the global earthquake that was the American Revolution. Participants will explore the Revolution not as a stand-alone event, but as a pivotal moment that continues to reshape global history and government. Workshop […]
Celebrate MD 250 by creating a puppet pal in period accurate clothing! All supplies provided. For ages 6-11.
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 […]
Learn basic calligraphy from White House trained Calligrapher Anne Taylor. Registration required.
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 […]
The Lindsay Theater, In partnership with the Sewickley Valley Historical society, will be hosting a screening of Ken Burn's American Revolution. This screening is one part of the Sewickley Valley Historical Society's "coming Together for America250 in the Sewickley Valley" programming.
Take a tour of Saint Martin’s Church. We will meet at the property on the juncture of Rt 589 and Rt 113. The address is, 11413 Old Worcester Hwy., Showell, 21862. Registration required.
Receive an embroidery kit that celebrates the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence. Participants will learn basic embroidery stitches. Presented by Sara Rutka-Karst, owner of Salty Yarns.
Join us for a special screening featuring selected clips from Ken Burns’ documentary The American Revolution. These segments focus on the military history of the war, exploring key battles from Bunker Hill to Yorktown, strategies, and the individuals who shaped the fight for independence. We will be joined by Dr. Kenneth Nivison, assistant professor of […]
Join OETA, the Oklahoma History Center, and the Oklahoma Historical Society for a special screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. See a powerful segment highlighting the struggles and contributions of soldiers, women, and Native and African American allies, followed by a panel of experts. Light breakfast sponsored by […]
Presented by OETA, the Oklahoma Historical Society, and the Oklahoma History Center, this interactive genealogy workshop invites you to explore historic newspapers, census and vital records, land and incorporation documents, county histories, and subscriber databases. Research staff will guide both beginners and experienced genealogists as you uncover family stories, military service, land allotments, and American […]
Join us for a special screening featuring selected clips from Ken Burns’ documentary The American Revolution. These segments focus on the military history of the war, exploring key battles from Bunker Hill to Yorktown, strategies, and the individuals who shaped the fight for independence. We will be joined by Dr. Kenneth Nivison, assistant professor of […]
The Zelienople Library is hosting a Tea Party for families on Saturday April 11. Participants are invited to come in historic costume. Children's Librarian Miss Alyssa will share about tea etiquette, the Boston Tea Party and the role of women in the Revolution. Historically appropriate refreshments will be served and a clip from the series […]
The Zelienople Library is hosting a Tea Party for families on Saturday April 11. Participants are invited to come in historic costume. Children's Librarian Miss Alyssa will share about tea etiquette, the Boston Tea Party and the role of women in the Revolution. Historically appropriate refreshments will be served and a clip from the series […]
The Zelienople Library is hosting a Tea Party for families on Saturday April 11. Participants are invited to come in historic costume. Children's Librarian Miss Alyssa will share about tea etiquette, the Boston Tea Party and the role of women in the Revolution. Historically appropriate refreshments will be served and a clip from the series […]
Austin PBS invites the community to a special screening of selected excerpts from The American Revolution, the acclaimed documentary series that examines the founding of the United States through multiple perspectives. The screening will be followed by a moderated panel discussion featuring local historians, journalists, educators, and community leaders, who will explore how the ideas, […]
The Fort McIntosh Garrison of living history reenactors will be setting up camp at the Zelienople Library on Saturday May 2. Visit their campsite to learn about camp life in the 1777 Continental Army, see a demonstration of musket fire and taste some camp cooking. This family friendly event will be held from 10 am […]
The Daughters of the American Revolution Library in Washington D.C. isn’t just for descendants of Revolutionary War soldiers! As one of the largest genealogical libraries in the country, the Daughters of the American Revolution Library has something for everyone tracing their family history. This presentation will give an overview of the resources available both on-site […]
Guests are invited to join a viewing of various excerpts of the documentary The American Revolution—a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. These reels will provide a general overview of the entire documentary series and are designed to help audiences better understand, reflect on, and engage with the core themes of The […]
The American Revolution Screening and Texas America250 exhibit at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission What: A 50-minute showing of excerpts from Ken Burns’ film The American Revolution, focusing on military history About the series: Thirteen American colonies unite in rebellion, win an eight-year war to secure their independence, and establish a new form […]
As part of the extended educational outreach for Ken Burns’s series THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, Alabama Public Television will present a FREE screening and author talk featuring Mike Bunn, author of “The 14th Colony: The Forgotten Story of the Gulf South During America’s Revolutionary Era,” examining the role of Alabama in the War of Independence, on […]
Join Valerie Gugala for The Founding Mothers: Unsung Women of the Revolution. Discover the powerful, often overlooked women who fought for independence as spies, soldiers, fundraisers, and more. Their courage and contributions were key to shaping the nation we know today.
West Virginia Public Broadcasting will host a screening and community discussion of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION at Marshall University. The event will feature curated excerpts from the Ken Burns documentary alongside locally produced video content exploring Revolutionary-era history in what is now West Virginia and the surrounding Appalachian region. Following the screening, attendees will take part […]
Join us at the Orcas Island Public Library for a special screening and discussion of The American Revolution, the sweeping six-part PBS documentary directed by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Spanning the escalating tensions of 1754 through the decisive victory at Yorktown, the series explores the people, ideals, and global forces that shaped […]
Join Laura Keyes from Historic Voices with her talk on The Founding Mothers. The “Mothers” of America aren’t often mentioned – the women whose influence on the early years of the United States reverberated for centuries afterwards. Learn about soldiers, writers, printers, scholars, farmers, artists, and spies – all women, and all vital to our […]
Community Screening at our local brewery. Watched the screener in the brewing production facility, enjoyed craft beer, and embraced history together
Join Plimoth Cinema as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with a screening and discussion exploring the ideas that shaped the nation. This program features “An Introduction to The American Revolution,” a compelling reel from the forthcoming documentary series by acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns, along with collaborators Sarah Botstein and David Schmidt. […]
OETA, Oklahoma’s public television network, in partnership with Cherokee Film, will host a special screening and panel discussion on Tuesday, March 24, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Philbrook Museum of Art in Tulsa. The evening will feature a specially curated preview segment from The American Revolution, the sweeping six-part, 12-hour documentary series that […]
Enjoy a 40-minute preview of the new Ken Burns' Documentry series The American Revolution with a discussion to follow.
Join a screening of the video 250 & Beyond: Our American Story, followed by a live 30 minute Q&A with former U.S. Representative Brian Baird and acclaimed documentary filmmaker Sarah Botstein. You are welcome to watch the video earlier in the week by visiting www.250andbeyond.com/conversation and join for the live Q&A at 1pm EST. When: […]
Join a screening of the video 250 & Beyond: Our American Story, followed by a live 30 minute Q&A with former U.S. Representative Brian Baird and acclaimed documentary filmmaker Sarah Botstein. You are welcome to watch the video earlier in the week by visiting www.250andbeyond.com/conversation and join for the live Q&A at 1pm EST. When: […]
Join a screening of the video 250 & Beyond: Our American Story, followed by a live 30 minute Q&A with former U.S. Representative Brian Baird and acclaimed documentary filmmaker Sarah Botstein. You are welcome to watch the video earlier in the week by visiting www.250andbeyond.com/conversation and join for the live Q&A at 1pm EST. When: […]