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  • Lakeland PBS Brewery Screening

    Bemidji Brewing 211 America Ave NW, Bemidji, MN

    Community Screening at our local brewery. Watched the screener in the brewing production facility, enjoyed craft beer, and embraced history together

  • The American Revolution Screening and Discussion at Plimoth Cinema

    Plimoth Cinema 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA

    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 and Cherokee Film Host The American Revolution Filmmaker Screening and Panel at Philbrook

    Philbrook Museum of Art 2727 S Rockford Rd, Tulsa, OK

    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 […]

  • 250 & Beyond | Our American Story: A Conversation

    Zoom

    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: […]

  • 250 & Beyond | Our American Story: A Conversation

    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: […]

  • 250 & Beyond | Our American Story: A Conversation

    Virtual - Zoom

    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: […]

  • 250 & Beyond | Our American Story: A Conversation

    Virtual - Zoom

    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: […]

  • Bee Keeping in the Colonial Era

    Pocomoke Library 401 5th Street Unit 100, Pocomoke, MD

    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. 

  • Women’s Rights and the American Revolution

    Berlin Library 13 Harrison Avenue, Berlin, MD

    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 […]

  • Symposium & Transcribe-a-Thon: Exploring Revolutionary Voices with Harding University, Arkansas PBS, and the Arkansas State Library

    Harding University, Holland-Waller Center 915 E Market Ave, Searcy, Arkansas, AR

    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 […]

  • Become A Citizen Archivist

    Spencer Public Library 21 E 3rd St, Spencer, IA

    Celebrate our Nations 250th Anniversary by transcribing period documents. Take a look at Colonial cookbooks at the Library of Congress from the middle of the 18th century, through the American Revolution, and on to the end of the century. It is during this crucial period that Amelia Simmons publishes the first cookbook intended specifically for […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Hall Memorial Library 18 Park Street, Northfield, NH

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION-A Screening

    BCPL- Rosedale Branch 6105 Kenwood Ave, Rosedale, MD

    Engage with BCPL by watching a screening of the PBS documentary The American Revolution and discuss our shared history. Light refreshments provided.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Hampton Falls Free Library 7 Drinkwater Rd, Hampton Falls, NH

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Screening, Panel & Digital Exhibition

    The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County 305 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, OH

    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 […]

  • Women in the American Revolution

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    In conjunction with Women's History Month, historian Eric Chandler (Past Presented) will relate the stories of some lesser known female Revolutionary spies and soldiers.

  • Remember the Ladies

    Parkway Central Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA

    In partnership with the McNeil Center for Early American Studies, WHYY invites you to explore the often-overlooked voices of women during America’s founding era. The evening will feature a screening of the PBS documentary The American Revolution, offering a compelling look at the struggle for independence and the people who shaped it. Following the film, […]

  • Revolution in America: Past, Present, Future with Senator Paul Mark

    The Becket Athenaeum 3367 Main St., Becket, MA

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Kearsarge Regional High School 457 North Rd, North Sutton, NH

    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 […]

  • Maryland Day Trivia

    Ocean Pines Library 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD

    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.

  • Chapter 250 Book Club (Teens)

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

    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 […]

  • WNIT Presents: The American Revolution at the Museum Campus A Free Public Event Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary

    The History Museum, The Studebaker Museum 808 W Washington St., South Bend, IN

    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 […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    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 […]

  • Revolutionary Women: Writing About War

    Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA

    Discover the vital roles women played during the American Revolution in Revolutionary Women: Writing About War. From managing households to supporting the military, women’s contributions are often overlooked. Explore personal diaries, memoirs, and everyday objects to understand their experiences and how they shaped the course of history.

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Film & Discussion Faith and Freedom

    Columbus Metropolitan Library 96 S. Grant Ave., Columbus, OH

    This selection from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION documentary brings to life the stories of the American Revolution, designed to help audiences better understand religion and religious diversity during the 18th century. Following the film, join us for a group discussion. Refreshments will be served.

  • 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 […]

  • American Revolution Escape Room

    Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. School House Road, Cave Creek, AZ

    As we get closer to the America 250th celebration it’s a good time to take a deeper dive into the amazing history and facts surrounding our American Revolution. Children and […]

  • The American Revolution at Home: Face2Face with Artifacts

    Clarsville branch, Jeffersonville Township Public Library 1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN 47129, Clarksville, IN

    Join Jeffersonville Township Public Library for an up-close look at some artifacts from the time of the American Revolution, presented by Zac Distel of the Sons of the American Revolution Library and Museum in Louisville. Zac will bring authentic artifacts for you to look over and solve the mystery of how they were used. This […]

  • American Revolution Transcribe-a-thon

    Ames Public Library 515 Douglas Ave., Ames, IA

    Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by helping history live on. Bring the words of the people who lived during the the American Revolution to life by participating in the Library of Congress's By the People volunteer transcription program. Drop in any time during the event, or come at 10:00 AM for […]

  • Orcas Island American Revolution Event

    Orcas Island Orcas Center 917 Mt Baker Road, Eastsound, WA

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: A Free Screening Event

    Milford Public Library 101 N Main St, Milford, IN

    Join the Milford Public Library and PBS Michiana for a special free screening in celebration of the 2026 Adult Reading Club! This event is open to all adults — you do not need to have participated in the Reading Club to attend. Come and enjoy light refreshments during the screening. Please note: The film is […]

  • Special Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION : Voices and Visions

    Spencer Public Library 21 E 3rd St, Spencer, IA

    View selected excerpts from Ken Burns’ documentary, THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION and showcases art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776. Discussion after.

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    New Hampshire Insititute of Politics 50 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Hopkinton Town Library 61 Houston Drive, Contoocook, NH

    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 […]

  • Music of the New Nation

    Ocean Pines Library 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD

    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.

  • Genealogy: Find a Revolutionary Patriot

    Desert Foothills Library 38443 N. School House Road, Cave Creek, AZ

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Jackson Public Library 16 Black Mountain Road, Jackson, NH

    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 […]

  • Tricorn Hats

    Ocean City Libary 10003 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD

    Celebrate Maryland 250 by making your very own 18th century-style tricorn hat! All supplies provided. For families.

  • Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

    Join us for a 40-minute screening of an excerpt from PBS American Revolution series, with a conversation to follow, focused on art, music, and ideas, with Julia Chybowski, Andrea Jakobs, Susan Maxwell, and Leslie Walfish

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Goffstown Public Library 27 Wallace Road, Goffstown, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Walpole Town Hall 34 Elm Street, Walpole, NH

    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 […]

  • WUCF’s American Revolution Screening and Civic Conversation Series

    Palm Coast Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy. N.W., Palm Coast, FL

    Our American Story is an interactive community experience inspired by Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Hosted in partnership with WUCF, Central Florida’s PBS station, the event features a curated 30–40 minute screening reel, small-group discussion prompts, and hands-on activities that invite participants of all ages to explore themes of liberty, identity, and belonging. Through storytelling, […]

  • The Cause of All Mankind

    Thompson Alumni Center 6705 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE

    Join us for this year's Richard Dean Winchell Lecture featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Dr. Annette Gordon-Reed (Harvard University), fresh off her involvement in Ken Burns’s latest series The American Revolution and renowned Jefferson scholar Dr. Peter Onuf (University of Virginia). Presented in partnership with Nebraska Public Media, the lecture will take place Friday, April 10, […]

  • Transcribe-a-thon with Springdale Public Library

    Springdale Public Library 405 S. Pleasant St. Springdale, AR 72764, Springdale, AR, AR

    Join Arkansas TV, the Arkansas Center for the Book at the Arkansas State Library, and the Springdale Public Library for a free, hands-on Transcribe-a-Thon connected to the documentary series, The American Revolution, a film by by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt and the Library of Congress’s By the People project. The event will […]

  • The Sons of Liberty in Windham County

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Bev York (AmericaMuseum.org): "Some of the same patriots who served on the Connecticut Assembly and Governor's Coucil were radical rebels by night..." Join us to learn more about the Sons of Liberty!

  • Revolutionary Tea Party

    Zelienople Area Public Library 227 S. High St, Zelienople, PA

    Ever wondered what a tea time was truly like for colonists? Share treats from the time, and learn about the impact of tea on the nation's early years from the […]

  • Tea Party

    The Zelienople Area Public Library 227 S. High St, Zelienople, PA

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Lisbon Area Historical Society 9 Depot Street, Lisbon, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Aaron Cutler Memorial Library 269 Charles Bancroft Highway, Litchfield, NH

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Screening and Civic Conversation Series

    Palm Coast Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy. N.W., Palm Coast, FL

    Our American Story is an interactive community experience inspired by Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Hosted in partnership with WUCF, Central Florida’s PBS station, the event features a curated 30–40 […]

  • SOPBS Presents A Screening of Excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

    Siskiyou County Library, Yreka Branch 719 Fourth Street, Yreka, CA

    Join us for a special event at the Yreka Branch! This event will include a preview screening of excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, and a station update from Southern Oregon PBS CEO Phil Meyer.

  • Tracing Your Roots with D.A.R.

    New Castle Public Library 207 E. North St., New Castle, PA

    Have you ever wondered if an ancestor fought in or supported the cause of American Independence? Daughters of the American Revolution, Pymatuning Chapter (Sharon, PA) Registrar, Connie White, will provide a practical presentation on tracing your genealogy back to a Revolutionary War Patriot, offering tips, resources, and expert guidance to unlock your family's unique connection […]

  • The American Revolution Screening and Discussion at Plimoth Cinema

    Plimoth Cinema 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA

    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. […]

  • America at 250: Religious Roots of the Revolution

    The Learning Center 3025 Bull Street, Savannah, GA

    Join us for a public screening of curated segments of Ken Burns's The American Revolution. The focus of the program is the religious impulses for and responses to the War for Independence. Following the public screening, experts discuss the founding moment and the involvement of different faith traditions

  • SCETV “Our Story, Too” | “The American Revolution” Screening

    Newberry Opera House 1201 McKibben St., Newberry, SC

    Join South Carolina ETV, in partnership with SC250, for a special screening of Our Story, Too: Women, Native Americans and African Americans and The American Revolution. There is no cost to attend, but tickets are required.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Durham Public Library 49 Madbury Rd, Durham, NH

    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 […]

  • The American Revolution Screening and Texas America250 Exhibit at the Texas State Library and Archives

    Texas State Library and Archives Commission 1201 Brazos, Austin, TX

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Screening and Discussion

    Valparaiso University - Harre Union 1509 Chapel Dr, Valparaiso, IN

    In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, clips from the new PBS documentary THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION will be shown in the Harre Union ballrooms on April 22, 2026 from 3-5pm Central. The program will feature clips from the longer 12-part series, followed by facilitated table conversations. Light refreshments […]

  • “Connecticut and the Revolution”

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    An historian from The Connecticut Museum of Culture and History will give an overview of the course of the Revolution in CT using primary archival evidence from the museum and highlighting lesser-known individuals.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Monroe Public Library 19 Plains Road, Monroe, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    University of New Hampshire 18 Library Way, Durham, NH

    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 […]

  • WUCF’s ATHE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Screening and Civic Conversation Series

    Palm Coast Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy. N.W., Palm Coast, FL

    Our American Story is an interactive community experience inspired by Ken Burns’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION. Hosted in partnership with WUCF, Central Florida’s PBS station, the event features a curated 30–40 […]

  • Greenwood Cemetery Tour

    Greenwood Cemetery 32 S. Greenwood Ave., New Castle, PA

    Join a guided walking tour through the historic Greenwood Cemetery, focusing on the final resting places of the local men who served in the American Revolution. This program offers a quiet, personal reflection on the sacrifices made by the Western Pennsylvania veterans who helped secure our independence. This event is part of the New Castle […]

  • From Liberty to Legacy

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Performing Arts meets History: Michael Langlois will present how the popular musicals "1776" and "Hamilton" have shaped the popular narrative of the Revolution.

  • National Constitution Center: Signers Hall

    Ocean City Library 10003 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD

    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.

  • Special Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Faith and Freedom

    Spencer Public Library 21 E 3rd St, Spencer, IA

    View selected excerpts from Ken Burns' documentary AMERICAN REVOLUTION, exploring religion and religious diversity in the 18th century and offering insight into the role of faith in shaping the nation's early history.

  • 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 […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    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 […]

  • Watch The American Revolution at the Texas State Library

    Texas State Library and Archives Commission 1201 Brazos, Austin, TX

    Watch The American Revolution at the Texas State Library and Archives 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 of government that would inspire […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

    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 […]

  • Screening Reel and Discussion of “The American Revolution”

    Enfield Public Library 104 Middle Road, Enfield, CT

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Moultonborough Public Library 4 Holland Street, Moultonborough, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Historical Society 160 Main St, Marlborough, NH

    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 […]

  • American Revolution Lunch and Learn

    Penn State Bookstore 1 Pollock Road, University Park, PA, United States

    WPSU will host a Lunch & Learn at the Penn State Bookstore on the American Revolution on Thursday, April 30th, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Barnes & Noble in the Hub. Dr. Christopher Thrasher will guide a discussion on Ken Burns' documentary The American Revolution, exploring the film's key themes and answering […]

  • 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 214 S. McCoy Street, Granville, IL

    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 […]

  • The Same Principle Lives in Us: People of African Descent in the American Revolution

    Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA

    Explore how people of African descent challenged the ideals of the American Revolution. Through the stories of figures like Phillis Wheatley and James Forten, uncover how their words and actions brought the question of equality to the forefront of the fight for independence.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Minot-Sleeper Library 35 Pleasant Street, Bristol, NH

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Preview Screening

    Elkhart County Historical Museum 304 West Vistula St., Bristol, IN

    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.

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Screening & Discussion at the Elkhart County Historical Museum

    Elkhart County Historical Museum 304 West Vistula St., Bristol, IN

    From executive producers Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, experience the American Revolution in this new documentary. 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 […]

  • The American Revolution – Community Film Screening

    Zelienople Area Public Library 227 S. High St, Zelienople, PA

    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 […]

  • AMERICA 250 – THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION DOCUMENTARY DISCUSSION

    Bethel Park Public Library 5100 West Library Ave., Bethel Park, PA

    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 […]

  • Kitchen Gardens in Early America

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Christie Higginbottom (Garden Research Historian and Consultant) examines the important homefront role of kitchen gardens in the rural Colonies including varieties of vegetables and herbs, preservation techniques and seed-saving.

  • Calligraphy Workshop

    Ocean Pines Library 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD

    Learn basic calligraphy from White House trained Calligrapher Anne Taylor. Registration required.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Cook Memorial Library 93 Main Street, Tamworth, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Dover Adult Learning Center 61 Locust Street, Dover, NH

    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 […]

  • Choose Your Own Adventure: Revolutionary Teens

    Oshkosh Public Library 106 Washinton Avenue, Oshkosh, WI

    Part of the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States, we’re looking at the youth experience during the Revolutionary War. Whether tending to the home, […]

  • Military Focused Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

    Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA

    Experience a special screener of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, featuring key clips from the series focusing on the military. Join us for a deeper look into America’s fight for independence, followed by an engaging discussion on its historical significance.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Meredith Public Library 91 Main Street, Meredith, NH

    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 […]

  • PBS Presents THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Documentary

    Community Learning Center 410 E. Diamond St, Kendallville, IN

    Join PBS Fort Wayne and Community Learning Center for an excerpt screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION documentary series. THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a series on America’s war for independence, presents the story of the men and women of the Revolutionary generation, their humanity in victory and defeat, and the crisis that they lived through. This film […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Daland Memorial Library 8 Lilac Lane, Mont Vernon, NH

    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 […]

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Preview Screening & Historical Site Tour

    Fort Laurens Museum 11067 Fort Laurens Rd NW, Bolivar, OH

    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.

  • Saitn Martin’s Church Tour

    Saint Martin's Church 11413 Old Worcester Hwy, Showell, MD

    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.

  • The American Revolution: screener & discussion

    "Henrietta Hankin Library is hosting a special screening of highlights from the fascinating new PBS documentary, The American Revolution, a film by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The screening will be followed by an engaging & thought-provoking panel discussion. Our guest panelists include: Jeffrey LaMonica, MA, M.Phil., History Professor at Delaware County Community […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Hampstead Public Library 9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, NH

    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 […]

  • Benjamin H. Irvin on Revolutionary War Veterans in Early America

    Washington Carnegie Public Library 300 W Main St, Washington, IN

    Join Benjamin H. Irvin, Associate Professor in the Indiana University Department of History, for an engaging discussion on how the newly formed United States navigated the challenges of supporting and integrating its Revolutionary War veterans.

  • An Afternoon With Betsy Ross

    Montville Township Public Library 90 Horseneck Road, Montville Twp., NJ

    Ladies of History Presentation by Reenactor/Educator Alisa Dupuy

  • Embroidery Workshop

    Pocomoke Library 401 5th Street Unit 100, Pocomoke, MD

    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.

  • PBS “The American Revolution”: Documentary Overview

    Cape Girardeau Public Library 711 N. Clark Street, Cape Girardeau, MO

    Join us for a special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. Discover THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a landmark series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This presentation offers a sweeping overview of the series—illuminating its central themes and inspiring reflection on the ideas, struggles, and ideals that continue to define the American […]

  • Military Focused Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

    Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA

    Experience a special screener of Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, featuring key clips from the series focusing on the military. Join us for a deeper look into America’s fight for independence, followed by an engaging discussion on its historical significance.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Jefferson Community Center 178 Meadows Rd, Jefferson, NH

    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 […]

  • A Visit with Major General Israel Putnam

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Get to know General Putnam! Costumed interpreter Prof. Kenneth Noll will entertain guests with stories of Putnam's youth, his life as a farmer and tavern keeper, and reknowned military service.

  • The American Revolution: Life in the Ohio Valley 1775-1785

    Clarksville Branch, Jeffersonville Township Public Library 1312 Eastern Blvd, Clarksville, IN

    Join Jeffersonville Township Public Library and a trio of local historians to learn more about our area's exciting role in the American Revolution. People often think of history as something that happened somewhere else, but Southern Indiana was a pivotal part of the battle for America's frontier lands. Activities will include a screening of a […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Paul Memorial Library 65 Main Street, Newfields, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    North Hampton Public Library and Cultural Center 239 Atlantic Avenue, North Hampton, NH

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Exeter Public Library 4 Chestnut Street, Exeter, NH

    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 […]

  • American Revolution Youth

    Dousman Elementary 341 E Ottawa Ave, Dousman, Dousman, Wisconsin

    Fifth grade students will view and discuss the video.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Enfield Public Library 104 Middle Road, Enfield, CT

    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 […]

  • Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION at Allen County America250

    Allen County Public Library 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN

    Join us for a FREE, all day screening of ìThe American Revolutionî to celebrate America250! PBS Fort Wayne and the Allen County America250 Committee present ìThe American Revolutionî by Ken […]

  • Opening Day at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum

    Hoehl Family Visitor and Education Center Auditorium at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum 4472 Basin Harbor Rd, Vergennes, VT

    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 […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Littleton Community Center 120 Main Street, Littleton, NH

    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 […]

  • PBS “The American Revolution” Screening: Documentary Overview

    Cape Girardeau Public Library 711 N. Clark Street, Cape Girardeau, MO

    Join us for a special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. Discover THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a landmark series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This presentation […]

  • Revolutionary War Archeology in Connecticut

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    How do artifacts inform our understanding of past events? Ret. State Archeologist Dr. Nicholas Bellantoni will present a slide show of five archeological studies conducted at Connecticut Revolutionary battle sites.

  • THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION: Preview Screening

    Herr's Snack Factory, Chipper Theatre 271 Old Baltimore Pike, Nottingham, PA

    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 […]

  • Mini Masterpieces: America at 250

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

    Celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary by creating a miniature artwork inspired by the past, present, or future of the United States. Choose from prompts such as Then, Now, Next (reflecting […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Francestown Town Hall 2 New Boston Road, Francestown, NH

    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 […]

  • Galvez & The American Revolution: The Natchitoches Connection

    Northwestern State University 165 Sam Sibley Dr., Natchitoches, Louisana (LA)

    LPB in partnership with Northwestern State University and the Creole Heritage Center invite you to explore the history of Natchitoches and Louisiana's Creole community during the American Revolution and discover how you can trace your own ancestry. After a short film screening and discussion, explore the open house of the NSU Williamson Museum and the […]

  • The American Revolution — A FREE KET Screening Event in Frankfort

    Brown-Forman Room, Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History 100 W. Broadway, Frankfort, KY

    Join KET at Kentucky History Day for a free special screening and panel discussion! Kentucky History Day, hosted by the Kentucky Historical Society, is a full day of events (9 am to 5 pm) held at various KHS venues and hosted by various community partners around Frankfort, Kentucky. Learn more about the day’s festivities. KET […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Baker Free Library 509 South Street, Bow, NH

    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 […]

  • Tabletop Escape Room: Unearth the American Revolution

    Soldotna Public Library 235 N. Binkley Street, Soldotna, AK, United States

    Can you solve the mystery before time runs out? Individuals or teams can explore a hidden library archive filled with coded messages, historical clues, and Revolutionary War secrets. Solve three puzzles, unlock the boxes, and recover a lost manuscript tied to America’s founding. This activity is available June 9th through August 1st. Stop by the […]

  • The American Revolution ó A FREE KET Screening Event in Louisville

    Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts 501 W Main St, Louisville, KY

    Join us for a free special screening event in Louisville! In partnership with the America250KY Committee, KET is thrilled to invite you to a free screening event at the Kentucky Center for the Performing Arts. Come celebrate the United Statesí Semiquincentennial with us during a free condensed screening of Ken Burnsí six-episode documentary, The American […]

  • Military History of the American Revolution

    Hancock County Public Library 900 W McKenzie Rd, Greenfield, IN

    "Discover The American Revolution, a landmark series from Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. This presentation offers selected excerpts from the series, highlighting military history and strategy during the American Revolution. A discussion will follow, led by representatives from WFYI and Indiana Humanities. Corporate funding for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION was provided by Bank of […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Gilford Public Library 31 Potter Hill Rd, Gilford, NH

    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 […]

  • Art for Your Mind: Revolutionary Images

    Tiverton Public Library 34 Roosevelt Avenue, Tiverton, RI, United States

    Art For Your Mind is an engaging, educational, art observation experience designed to broaden the minds of its participants. Presentations are for people of all backgrounds – artists and non-artists alike. The featured topic, Early American Art, Revolutionary Images, offers an opportunity to rediscover famous people, places, and events of the Revolutionary War, primarily through […]