Observances

What are the Founding Principles of the United States of America?

Let’s celebrate the 236th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution by taking a closer look at what it says.

What impact did 9/11 have on civic life in the United States?

How do we honor those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001?

Why do we celebrate Labor Day, and how does it reflect civic life and engagement?

What does it mean to honor those who have died in service to our country on Memorial Day?

It’s Women’s History Month. Learn about the first woman eligible to practice law before the U.S. Supreme Court.

It’s Women’s History Month. Learn about the first woman elected to Congress from Colorado who would go on to become a feminist legend.

It’s Women’s History Month. Learn about the first woman president pro tempore of the U.S. Senate.

It’s Women’s History Month. Learn about the first woman to serve as National Security Advisor among many other firsts.