Classroom

Judy Woodruff visits Independence Hall to commemorate America's 250th anniversary with historians Lindsay Chervinsky and Ron Chernow.

Discuss the first line of the Declaration of Independence, and then find the line in foundational documents that align best with your own ideals

Gain an understanding on the discussion of religion in the founding of the United States and the concept of separation of church and state.

Explore ways to get involved in local history to commemorate America 250

Discuss what local communities across the country are doing to observe America's 250th anniversary

Discuss the history of voluntary civic participation in the U.S.

Discuss the history of voluntary civic participation in the U.S.

Learn how historic memory is being contested as the U.S. approaches 250 years

Discuss some of the struggles for freedom and equality that are still ongoing in one of the cradles of American democracy

How has the first president's vision for the country been shaped by the centuries?