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  • The American Revolution: Voices and Visions

    Pace Library 4750 Pace Patriot Blvd, Pace, FL, United States

    As part of the Santa Rosa County Library System’s America 250 programming, Pace Library will host a free screening reel from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The screening features selected excerpts that explore the people, events, ideas, and lasting impact of America’s fight for independence.

  • Celebrating America’s Birthday

    Racine Public Library 75 7th Street, Racine, WI

    The Racine Public Library will be hosting a birthday celebration for America on July 2nd. We will be hosting a celebration in our community room, followed by a viewing "The American Revolution" by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. Discussion of the documentary to follow.

  • Justice 250: Celebrating Your Constitional Rights

    USS Midway Museum 910 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, California (CA)

    Justice 250 is a special event on July 2, 2026 at 5:30pm taking flight aboard the legendary USS Midway Museum.Justice 250 is designed to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress officially declared the United Colonies free and independent states. The Declaration […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Silsby Free Public Library 267 Springfield Road, Charlestown, 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 & Discussion at North Webster Community Public Library

    North Webster Community Public Library 110 E North St, North Webster, IN

    Come learn about the military history of the Revolutionary War! Leah Steinheiser, Educational Engagement Liaison with PBS Michiana — WNIT, will show clips from the popular Ken Burns documentary, “The American Revolution.” This promises to be a fascinating program. Please register in advance so we know how many people to expect! Corporate funding for THE […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Moffatt-Ladd House & Garden Museum 154 Market Street, Portsmouth, 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 […]

  • 4th of July Celebration

    The Indiana Historical Society 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis, IN

    The Indiana Historical Society does a free day on the 4th of July open to all to engage in civics conversations and various crafts celebrating America's independence.

  • Independence Day Celebration

    Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center 450 W Ohio, Indianapolis 46203, Indiana (IN)

    Independence Day Celebration – Free Admission FREE History Center admission: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Activities: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Looking to escape the heat this 4th of July? Come chill out with the Indiana Historical Society and help us celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a free day. Learn more about our nation’s […]

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Mansfield Public Library 19 Main Street, Temple, 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 Forgotten Front: Illinois in the Revolutionary War

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

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

  • Connecticut Tunes and Tales of the Revolution

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Weaving together captivating storytelling with songs, acoustic guitar, banjo and mandolin, Kent Besocke will explore Connecitcut's rich history , folklore and legendary figures, uncovering hidden stories of local heroes and pivotal events.

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Plymouth Historical Society 1 Court Street, Plymouth, 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 […]

  • Ken Burns’ The American Revolution: Spirit of Service

    Litchfield Public Library 216 N Marshall Ave, Litchfield, MN, United States

    As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, watch excerpts of Ken Burns' The American Revolution, all about the spirit of service in American culture. The video is about half hour long. Stay and discuss the video with others from your community.

  • PBS “The American Revolution”: Voices & Visions

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

    Join us for a special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. This presentation offers selected excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION showcasing art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776, and supporting a variety of engagement activities. Following the presentation, we will have a […]

  • America 250: The American Revolution Screening Reel

    Milton Library 5541 Alabama Street, Milton, FL, United States

    As part of the Santa Rosa County Library System’s America 250 programming, Milton Library will host a free screening reel from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a documentary series by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. The screening features selected excerpts that explore the people, events, ideas, and lasting impact of America’s fight for independence.

  • The Spirit of Service: Liberty and Legacy

    Carnegie Library 301 E. Jackson Street, Muncie, IN, United States

    We will begin the session with a cinematic look at the war’s impact, featuring a curated clip from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION that highlights the enduring spirit of service in American culture. Following the film, the local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) joins forces with the Muncie Public Library’s Carnegie Library staff […]

  • The Spirit of Service: Liberty & Legacy

    Muncie Public Library - Carnegie Branch 301 E Jackson St, Muncie, IN

    Selected scenes from PBS’s THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION will explore the sacrifice, endurance, and spirit of service that shaped a new nation. The evening will also honor Revolutionary War Patriots and pioneer families who later settled in Delaware County, Indiana, and introduce genealogy tools for discovering your own Patriot connection. Featuring: Theresa Green, Indiana State DAR […]

  • America 250 Jubilee

    Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture 2316 W 1st Ave, Spokane, Washington (WA)

    Join KSPS PBS at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America's founding. The special community celebration will include music, vendors, a beer garden, trivia, historical displays and activities for the whole family. Plus, screenings of the Ken Burns film "The American Revolution" and panel discussions exploring the themes […]

  • History on the Block featuring a Special Screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

    Monroe County History Center 202 E. Sixth St., Bloomington, IN, United States

    Join the Monroe County History Center for a celebration of 250 years of American history, with a local Monroe County twist. The celebration will be on the front lawn of the MCHC on Saturday, July 11th, from 12-3 pm. Enjoy hands-on activities, live music, educational demos, guided tours, and more! At 2 pm, Indiana Humanities, […]

  • Unearth the American Spirit of Service

    Dover Public Library 35 Loockerman Pl, Dover, Deleware

    This event includes excerpts from the Ken Burn's documentary The American Revolution. It will include a thoughtful discussion around the civic engagement instrumental in the winning of the Revolutionary War. This guided discussion and film reel were created by WETA Television and is being presented with permission.

  • The Spirit of Service: Civic Engagement, a Ken Burns screening

    Meeting Room 40 Farragut Ave, Mays Landing, New Jersey

    America only turns 250 once! Join us for a viewing of the Ken Burns documentary The American Revolution. This special screening includes selected excerpts from the new series centered around the spirit of service and the history of civic engagement in the United States. Discussion to follow the viewing.

  • Voices of the Revolution: From Screen to Sources

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

    What was life like before, during, and after the American Revolution? Join us for an interactive program that begins with a screening reel from The American Revolution, a documentary by Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt, offering a compelling overview of the nation’s founding and its global impact. Then step into history as a […]

  • Voices of 1776: The Diverse Faces Behind America’s Founding

    Gettysburg Library 140 Baltimore St, Gettysburg, PA

    Join Valerie Gugala to explore the untold stories of women, African Americans, Native peoples, and immigrants whose contributions shaped the Revolution. Discover the hidden figures whose courage and labor were […]

  • Military History of the American Revolution

    Pemberton Library 16 Broadway Street, Browns Mills, NJ, United States

    Learn about some of the most decisive battles in American history, from Bunker Hill to Yorktown! We’ll view a selection of clips from Ken Burns’ The American Revolution highlighting the major conflicts, strategies, losses, and victories of the Revolutionary War. Afterwards, we’ll save some time for discussion.

  • The Impact of the Revolution on the Daily Lives of Americans

    Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

    Presented by Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc. Explore how the American Revolution affected people and places in George Washington’s hometown, from his era to today. After the lecture, stay for a […]

  • PBS “The American Revolution”: Voices & Visions

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

    Join us for a special screening of "The American Revolution," a PBS documentary. This presentation offers selected excerpts from THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION showcasing art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776, and supporting a variety of engagement activities. Following the presentation, we will have a […]

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

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

  • Exclusive Screening: WPSU’s The Whiskey Rebellion Documentary with Special Q&A

    WVIA Studios 100 WVIA Way, Pittston, PA, United States

    You're invited to an unforgettable evening of local history as we screen The Whiskey Rebellion, explore its historical context and regional connections, and hear directly from producer Kristian Berg. The program will also include a selection of VIA Short Takes highlighting local stories and a preview of The American Revolution - A Ken Burns Documentary […]

  • Deborah Sampson and Anna Maria Lane, Women Soldiers of the Revolution

    Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

    Presented by Vicki Ritenour Dehlbom, Honorary Regent, Washington-Lewis Chapter, NSDAR. Two women, one from Massachusetts and another from Virginia, became soldiers in the fight for freedom. Both hid their true […]

  • Voices and Visions in 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 that showcase art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776.

  • Voices and Visions in 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 that showcase art, music, and literature from the Revolutionary Era, offering a lens into the voices and visions of 1776.

  • Chapter 250: Reading America’s Story Together

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

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

  • US@250: Big Watch Film Screening & Discussion

    Auburn Historical Association 102 Hooksett Rd., Auburn, 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 […]

  • From Trenton to Yorktown: Turning Points of the Revolutionary War

    Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

    "Presented by Dr. John R. Maass, National Museum of the United States Army. Sponsored by the Fielding Lewis Chapter, NSSAR, and the Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge No. 4. Delve into the […]

  • Depreciation Lands Museum Tour

    Depreciation Lands Museum 4743 S Pioneer Rd, Allison Park, PA, United States

    Participants will receive a special guided tour of the Depreciation Lands Museum in Hampton Township as we see what Pennsylvania was like in the 1780s. The regular tour fees are […]

  • Why the British Lost the War for American Independence

    Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

    Presented by Dr. Porter Blakemore, University of Mary Washington. This talk will answer the following question: How was the most powerful 18th Century Atlantic maritime power beaten by a group […]

  • An America @ 250 Goosechase Challenge & Celebration

    Missouri State University Strong Hall Atrium 900 S. Holland Drive, Springfield, MO, United States

    The Fourth of July may be behind us, but America's 250th anniversary celebration is just getting started. As our nation begins a yearlong commemoration of 250 years of American history, it's the perfect time to connect with the people, places, stories, and traditions that shape our communities. Join Ozarks Public Television for the America250 Goosechase […]

  • America’s 250th: Film Screening and Discussion of the PBS Documentary “The American Revolution”

    Agawam Public Library 750 Cooper Street, Agawam, MA

    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 story. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America with the 46-minute film selection […]

  • Food in the Colonial Era

    Ocean Pines Library 11107 Cathell Road, Ocean Pines, MD

    Jim Washington, from Washington's Catering, demonstrates how to make a colonial-era dish. 

  • American Revolution Screening and Panel on Mackinac Island

    Mackinac Island State Park Visitor's Center 7200 Lake Shore Drive, Mackinac Island, MI, United States

    WCMU will be hosting a screening of Ken Burns' "The American Revolution" on Mackinac Island on Thursday, August 20th from 4-6PM. Following the screening, attendees are invited to a panel discussion featuring experts on the Revolutionary War, Michigan's role in the founding of America, and how women, people of color and Indigenous communities played a […]

  • History Now! Living History and Interpretation

    Athens-Clarke County Library 2025 Baxter St, Athens, GA

    1776: A Declaration of Rights Before a Declaration of Independence - For many people the story of the United States’ independence begins with the Declaration of Independence in July of […]

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

    Dallas Public Library Dallas, TX

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

  • A Rather Brilliant View: Revolutionary Experiences at Chatham

    Fredericksburg Branch 1201 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

    Presented by Peter Maugle and Ryan Quint, National Park Services. How did the revolution impact those at Chatham? Its owner, William Fitzhugh, served as a legislator and commissioner, but did […]

  • Ken Burns’ The American Revolution: Sprit of Service

    Dassel City Hall 460 Third St N, Dassel, MN

    Join with others in the community during Red Rooster Days to watch a portion of Ken Burns' The American Revolution. PBS has given Dassel Library permission to show a half […]

  • Constitution Day Giveaway

    Princeton Public Library 424 W. Water St. Princeton WI 54968, Princeton, WI

    Every American needs a copy of our country's founding documents. We'll be handing out a small booklet containing the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, absolutely free. This event is […]

  • 95/250 Celebration at Big Duck Ranch

    Big Duck Ranch 1012 NY-24, Flanders, NY, United States

    We are celebrating the 95th birthday of the Big Duck together with the 250th anniversary of the US. We would like some short excerpts from the American Revolution involving Long […]

  • Fashions of the Colonial Period

    Putnam Town Hall 200 School St., Putnam, CT

    Fashion historian Ren Antonowicz (Spirits of Fashion) will take us on a journey through the clothing trends and cultural influences of the 17th & 18th centuries, showcasing how style was […]

  • Find Your Patriot Genealogy Workshop

    Princeton Public Library 424 W. Water St. Princeton WI 54968, Princeton, WI

    Find Your Patriot Genealogy Workshop - Saturday October 17th, 10am-1pm Let us help you find YOUR connection to the American Revolution! Expert genealogists will be here to comb through your […]

  • Alexander Hamilton Historical Society of KY

    Artisan Room in the Meadow of the Masonic Home 3701 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY

    AHHSKY has been holding monthly meetings for 20 years. We try to promote a better understanding of the Revolution, the Founding Fathers' political philosophy, the genesis of the Constitution, and the resulting institutions required for effective government.

  • American Revolution Documentary Screening

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

    Join us for a special screening of The American Revolution by Ken Burns, cohosted by the League of Women Voters. Experience the story of America’s founding through powerful storytelling and […]

  • Native Americans in the Revolution Lecture

    Princeton Public Library 424 W. Water St. Princeton WI 54968, Princeton, WI

    Native Americans in the Revolution Lecture Saturday November 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM This is a free, in-person talk hosted on by Princeton Public Library in Princeton, WI. No registration […]