Tag: holiday

President Barack Obama Participates in a Wreath Laying Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

The 100th Anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

by Stephanie, posted in Exhibits, Online Tools, Programs, Teaching Activities & Lesson Plans

In recognition of the 100th Anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in November 2021, we have several new teaching resources, and will present a live program for young learners.

Thanksgiving Day with images of people praying and mourning

Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation

by Stephanie, posted in Document Spotlights, Teaching Activities & Lesson Plans

In the new teaching activity "Lincoln's 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation," students learn the origins of Thanksgiving, then examine President Lincoln’s 1863 Thanksgiving Proclamation that created a national holiday.