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Summertime Professional Development at our Presidential Libraries
This summer, join us for one of our professional development workshops for educators on using primary sources in the classroom at the Truman, Eisenhower, or Hoover Library. Continue reading
WWI Posters and Home Cards
Posters and cards distributed on the homefront provide an engaging way to introduce students to World War I. Continue reading
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Reorganizing the Executive Branch: Distance Learning with the Hoover Library
We offer two free interactive videoconferencing programs on Digital Learning Day, Feb. 17: “Reorganizing the Executive Branch: Hoover and the Federal Government.” Continue reading
A Primary Source Transcription Mission!
We’re inviting students, teachers, and learners of all ages to make primary sources more accessible by transcribing them. Continue reading
Segregation and a Controversial White House Tea Party: A Distance Learning Program
Two programs on March 13 will discuss segregation and the political ramifications of First Lady Lou Hoover’s decision to invite the wife of an African-American Congressmen to tea. Continue reading
The Roosevelts and Race: A Distance Learning Program
Registration is now open for two programs on February 18th: “The Roosevelts and Race in the 1930s and 40s” at 10:00–10:50 a.m. and 2:00–2:50 p.m. CST. Despite overwhelming support from the African American electorate, FDR’s fear of losing the support of … Continue reading
How Do We Keep History Relevant and Exciting?
Sharing our personal experience with students can make history relevant and exciting. Continue reading
