Visit - National Museum of American History
WEBExplore the history of the nation at the National Museum of American History on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The museum is open every day, except December …
Preparing For The Oath: U.S. History And Civics For Citizenship
WEBPractice taking the civics test for naturalization with this interactive online tool from the National Museum of American History and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. You can choose from 100 questions and answer aloud.
Separate Is Not Equal - Brown v. Board of Education
WEBThe Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education in 1954 ended constitutional sanctions for segregation by race in education and other public facilities. The case was the result of a long and courageous struggle by African Americans and their allies for civil rights and equal opportunity.
Education - National Museum of American History
WEBPlease check back here as we update our classroom resources page with additional educational materials! Becoming US. Case studies and lesson plans for secondary teachers and students to support United States history curricula and teach a more accurate and inclusive migration and immigration narrative.
What is Jazz? - National Museum of American History
WEBLearn about the history, characteristics, and styles of jazz, a kind of music that originated in the United States and values improvisation and individual expression. Explore the role of New Orleans, the evolution of jazz, and the global influence of this American art form.
Preparing For The Oath: U.S. History And Civics For Citizenship
WEBLearn about U.S. history and government and practice for the 2008 U.S. Naturalization Test with this interactive online resource. It features videos, activities, and artifacts from the Smithsonian Institution and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Reading the rainbow: The origins of the pride symbol
WEBMay 31, 2019 · The web page explores the history and evolution of the rainbow as a symbol of LGBTQIA+ pride, from fiction to activism. It traces the origins of the eight-color flag to the 1978 San Francisco pride parade, but also shows how the rainbow has been used in various forms and contexts before and after.
Rosie, Wendy, and Government Girls: The women behind the war
WEBMar 16, 2022 · Learn how women filled jobs left by men in the U.S. war industry during World War II. Explore the stories of Rosie the Riveter, Wendy the Welder, and Government Girls, and the challenges they faced due to racism, sexism, and safety hazards.
The impact of the Transcontinental Railroad on Native Americans
WEBThe Transcontinental Railroad undermined the sovereignty and survival of Indigenous nations and cultures in the 1800s. Learn how different Native peoples responded to the railroad's colonial and imperial impact, and how the U.S. government used military force to facilitate its construction.
8 ways in which the Americans with Disabilities Act changed …
WEBThe ADA, signed in 1990, was a landmark law that protected the rights of people with disabilities in various areas of society. It ended discrimination, improved accessibility, and challenged old prejudices. Learn how it changed the way America viewed and treated people with disabilities.
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