Independence, MO - 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Curator Staff Chat: Crazy Quilts of WWI

Curator Staff Chat featuring Museum/Archives Technician Natalie Walker discussing the history of the Truman Library's Crazy Quilt.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

“Earthrise” and “Debrief: Apollo 8” (New Date)

For the 50th anniversary of the flight of Apollo 8, we will show two documetary films: “Earthrise” and “Debrief: Apollo 8.”

Independence, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Benn Steil: Dawn of the Cold War

Focusing on the critical years 1947 to 1949, Benn Steil’s latest book “Dawn of the Cold War” brings to life the seminal episodes marking the collapse of postwar US-Soviet relations.

Yorba Linda, CA - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Candlelight Evening Tour

In the spirit of White House Christmas traditions past and present, the Nixon Library is opening its doors after hours for special Candlelight Evenings for three nights this December - Wednesday 5, 12, and 19th.

Independence, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

HST / LBJ: A Presidential Friendship

Join us for a discussion between Clifton Truman Daniel and Luci Baines Johnson in a free program focused on their lives in a presidential family and the friendship President Truman and President Johnson shared.

Washington, DC - 2:00pm to 3:15pm

Bringing History To Life: Documenting Artifacts

John Emond illustrates the importance of documenting artifacts so their history is preserved—not lost.

Washington, DC - 10:00am to 11:00am

Story Time in the ReSource Room for Pre-Schoolers and Adults

The theme of this story time is Lady Bird Johnson's environmental activities.

Ann Arbor, MI - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Lecture - JJ Green – “National Security in Threatening Times”

National security correspondent JJ Green, expert on international security and intelligence, will discuss the most pivotal national security issues in our country’s history.

Ann Arbor, MI - 3:00pm

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

Ann Arbor, MI - 3:00pm

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

Ann Arbor, MI - 1:00pm

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

Ann Arbor, MI - 1:00pm

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

New York, NY - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Finding Family: Tracing your Ancestors at Brooklyn Historical Society

Finding Family: Tracing your Ancestors at Brooklyn Historical Society

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Frank and Al: FDR, Al Smith, and the Unlikely Alliance that Created the Modern Democratic Party

Terry Golway traces the relationship between political allies, then adversaries, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Al Smith.

Ann Arbor, MI - 11:00am

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

Ann Arbor, MI - 11:00am

National Security in Threatening Times

JJ Green gave a thought-provoking talk on National Security in Threatening Times, discussing the most pivotal national security issues in our countrys history and today. Green is the winner of the 2017 Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on National Defense, and a correspondent at WTOP radio, specializing in global security matters.

Kansas City, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Film Screening of Up from the Bottoms: The Search for the American Dream

Film screening of "Up from the Bottoms: The Search for the American Dream" at the National Archives at Kansas City.

Independence, MO - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Mondays with McCullough

Join the Mondays with McCullough book club to study the Pulitzer-prize winning biography “Truman” by David McCullough, one chapter at a time.

Yorba Linda, CA - 10:00am to 11:30am

Hometown Heroes Christmas Tree Dedication

Hometown Heroes Christmas Tree Dedication

Dallas, TX - 12:00pm to 12:30pm

Holiday Musical Performance

Come enjoy a holiday musical performance by the Silver Serenaders at 12:00 PM! Free and open to the public.

Yorba Linda, CA - 10:00am to 11:30am

Hometown Heroes Christmas Tree Dedication

Hometown Heroes Christmas Tree Dedication

West Branch, IA - 7:00pm

The 12 Days of Christmas

Presented by the Young Footliters Youth Theater as part of West Branch Christmas Past celebration.

Dallas, TX - 11:45am to 12:15pm

Holiday Musical Performance

Come and enjoy the sounds of the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD Suzuki Strings at 11:45 AM for a 30 minute performance of holiday music! Free and open to the public.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

From the Vaults: Remembering Vietnam

This is the fourth in a series of films about Vietnam from the National Archives motion picture holdings.

Washington, DC - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Women and the Vote: Opposition to Women’s Equality, from Suffrage to the ERA

This program is about the struggle for equality for women on the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment.

Washington, DC - 8:30am to 12:00pm

Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) 40th Anniversary Celebration

Save the date for the Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) 40th Anniversary Celebration

Yorba Linda, CA - 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Candlelight Evening Tour

In the spirit of White House Christmas traditions past and present, the Nixon Library is opening its doors after hours for special Candlelight Evenings for three nights this December - Wednesday 5, 12, and 19th.

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

David Preiss Author Program

David Preiss discusses and signs his new book "How to Get Rid of a President."

Independence, MO - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Garrett Peck -- The Great War in America: World War and Its Aftermath

Offered in partnership with Tom’s Town, come celebrate the anniversary of Repeal Day with French 75 cocktails at the Truman Library and an interesting discussion with author and historian Garrett Peck.

Washington, DC - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

EVENT CANCELLED

Hands-on Adult Workshop: Create Inspired Holiday Cards!

Create your own Christmas cards in this holiday workshop.

Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Something Wonderful: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Broadway Revolution

Todd S. Purdum discusses his new book, "Something Wonderful: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Broadway Revolution"

Yorba Linda, CA - 11:00am to 1:00pm

Seasons Greetings from the White House with Mary Evans Seeley

Casual buffet luncheon in the magnificent White House East Room.

Austin, TX - 9:00am to 5:00pm

Exhibit Opening: Apollo 8

Exhibit on display December 5, 2018 - April 15, 2019.

Yorba Linda, CA - 6:30pm to 7:30pm

“Exposed - Out of Focus”

Art and Literature Contest for teens, grades 7-12

Kansas City, MO - 6:30pm to 8:00pm

Panel Discussion on Common Good: A Model for Community Engagement and Racial Equity

Panel discussion with American Public Square to be held at the Kauffman Foundation Conference Center, 4801 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO.

Boston, MA - 6:00pm to 7:30pm

From Boston to Yorktown: Tales of the National Trails

Nathaniel Philbrick, author of In the Hurricane’s Eye: The Genius of George Washington and the Victory at Yorktown, explores key events at sites featured in National Historic Trails and National Recreation Trails.

Washington, DC - 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Bit Player: My Life with Presidents and Ideas

Stephen Hess discusses his role as a speechwriter to Presidents and others over the years.

Atlanta, GA - 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Ambassador Wendy Sherman Author Program

Ambassador Wendy Sherman discusses and signs her book "Not for the Faint of Heart."

Grand Rapids, MI - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Light Up Downtown

Kick off the 2018 Christmas holiday season in style!

College Station, TX - 10:00am to 3:00pm

Holidays in the Rotunda

Get into the holiday spirit with our annual Holidays in the Rotunda celebration on Saturday, December 1st at the Bush Library and Museum!