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Educators Open House


A special program for educators to familiarize them with resources of the National Archives. Find an Event

All the Powers of Earth: The Political Life of Abraham Lincoln, Vol III, 1856-1860


Sidney Blumenthal presents volume III of his biography of Abraham Lincoln. Find an Event

Genealogy Camp for Kids - Ages 12 and up


A week-long camp on the basics of genealogy research Find an Event

Black Site: The CIA in the Post-9/11 World


Philip Mudd discusses how, after 9/11, the CIA transformed into a war-fighting intelligence service to help prevent future terrorist attacks. Find an Event

July 4th Celebration


Celebrate Independence Day at the National Archives with music, dramatic reading of the Declaration of Indepencence, family activities, and more! Find an Event

The Great Partnership: Robert E. Lee, Stonewall Jackson, and the Fate of the Confederacy


Christian B. Keller discusses the unique relationship between Generals Lee and Jackson, two leaders who often won despite overwhelming odds against them. Find an Event

Constitution in Action Learning Lab 


Families will work together to research for a simulated Presidential press conference. Find an Event

Rights and Responsibilities Learning Lab


Families will work together to research for a simulated Presidential press conference. Find an Event

Lincoln's Spies: Their Secret War to Save a Nation


The story of secret battles waged by Union agents in the Civil War Find an Event

Escape Room! Hands-on Adult Workshop


Tackle puzzles and ciphers about the National Park Service to solve a mystery in time during this “escape room” for adults.
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