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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
Screening of short clip and panel discussion following regarding the American Revolution in Knox County Indiana.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
This selection from Ken Burns' PBS documentary series The American Revolution highlights the roles and diverse perspectives of women during the nation's founding.
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: […]
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: […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Engage with BCPL by watching a screening of the PBS documentary The American Revolution and discuss our shared history. Light refreshments provided.
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 […]
Talk by Dr. Jonathan Mercantini, Assoc. Professor of History, Kean Univeristy
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 […]
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.
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.
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Carol Levin Simon portrays Catharine "Caty" Greene, wife of Nathaniel Greene - one of George Washington's most valued officers.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Celebrate Maryland 250 by making your very own 18th century-style tricorn hat! All supplies provided. For families.
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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, […]
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.
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 […]
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. […]
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 Commission What: A 50-minute showing of excerpts from Ken Burns’ film The American Revolution, focusing […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Performing Arts meets History: Michael Langlois will present how the popular musicals "1776" and "Hamilton" have shaped the popular narrative of the Revolution.