Great fortunes were made in the late 19th Century and with this growth of industrialism came a desire to expand markets. How did nationalism inform the pro-imperialist arguments of Theodore […]
This seminar will examine the Abolition Movement, abolition settlements, and ideas from the year of the Founding through the Civil War. This program will be conducted as a discussion, utilizing […]
Gather with a small group of teachers from around the country for three days immersed in discussion and exploration of a single topic in American history. Multi-Day Seminars are a […]
There have been thousands of books and articles written about the Declaration of Independence, and its ringing words make an appearance in every American History textbook. Given all of this […]
There have been thousands of books and articles written about the Declaration of Independence, and its ringing words make an appearance in every American History textbook. Given all of this […]
Gather with a small group of teachers from around the country for three days immersed in discussion and exploration of a single topic in American history. Multi-Day Seminars are a free opportunity for teachers hosted near an important historical site. Teachers will prepare ahead of time for seminars by reading selected historical documents in the […]
Discover how the Declaration of Independence inspired the women’s rights movement. This webinar explores the ways reformers challenged the nation to live up to its promise of liberty and equality, examining key campaigns, speeches, and writings that connected the struggle for gender equality to the ideals of 1776. Social studies educators will gain a deeper […]
The American Civil War was a military contest between defenders and opponents of the union of American states. Reunification of the country involved a contest of words over how to […]
Beginning with the upheavals of the 1960s, the United States saw a diverse set of groups pushing for social change. These included African Americans, Native Americans, women, and gays and […]
There have been thousands of books and articles written about the Declaration of Independence, and its ringing words make an appearance in every American History textbook. Given all this commentary […]
