Spotlight Session: Forgotten No More, African American Service Men & Women of WWII
Presented by National Museum of the Pacific War
Grade: 4-7
Cost: FREE
Date: February 11Time: 10:00 a.m. CST
Celebrate Black History Month 2022 by joining the National Museum of the Pacific War and the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum as they recognize the struggles and contributions of some of the estimated one million African Americans who helped the United States achieve victory in WWII. Participants will hear about individuals and groups such as Dori Miller, U.S. Major Charity Adams, the Montford Point Marines, the Tuskegee Airmen, and more.
Since declaring independence from Great Britain, African Americans have stepped forward to defend our nation. By serving, they hoped that their devotion and love for the United States would bring acceptance as citizens and gain the same rights and privileges as other Americans.
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days AFTER the live program. NOTE: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.
Spotlight Session: A Look into Presidents' Day
Presented by Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
Grades: K-12
Cost: FREE
Date: February 25Time: 10:00 a.m. CST
What is Presidents’ Day? How do we celebrate it? Who are we celebrating? These are just some of the questions that will be answered in our new distance learning program, "A look into Presidents' Day." Presidents’ Day is a holiday that you might learn about in school, but do you really know the history behind this day? Join us as we jump back in time to find out what the holiday is all about.
Resistance: Civil Rights and Kennedy's Legacy
Presented by Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Grades: 6-12
In the 1960s, the Civil Rights movement was a major focus of change in the United States. During his presidency, John F. Kennedy worked with many advisors to respond to protests, discrimination, and events taking place. Students will have the opportunity to explore Kennedy’s impact on the movement through analyzing primary sources and role-playing key people who helped influence President Kennedy on Civil Rights.
This provider can only do programs by request. Contact education@jfk.org to coordinate a specific date/time.
Explore Early U.S. History through Printing
Presented by The Printing Museum
Grades: 5-12
Cost: $55
Time: 10:00 a.m. CST
NOTE: Additional dates/times are posted for March through May.
Learn about the political impact of the printing press during the American Revolution and its central role in journalism and newspaper publishing. Examine early newspapers and continental currency, learn about Benjamin Franklin’s life as a printer, and see how the printing press was a tool for developing an identity among the colonies.
This provider can do programs by request. Contact tours@printingmuseum.org to coordinate a specific date/time.
House Hunters: Bird Edition
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: 3-5
Cost: FREE
Times: 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. CST
Follow along as two orioles try to find their perfect nest in the spring. Students will discover the diversity of nests that Texas birds build, where they’re located, and why they build them. We’ll talk about bird adaptations, habitat, and behavior, too!
RECORDING - Can't join us live? No problem! You will be sent a link to access the recording within 1-3 business days AFTER the live program. NOTE: The posted recording date/time is for registration purposes only.
Jacob's Ladder: African American History Month
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 4-8
Cost: $75 (includes activity materials)
Times: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m, 1:00 p.m., or 2:00 p.m. CST
Celebrate African-American Heritage with music and art! Investigate the significance of the story of Jacob's Ladder in African American culture during the time of slavery. Listen to a historical spiritual/folk song and examine the painting "Jacob's Dream," by W.M. Kelly Fearing. Students will participate in a discussion of their hopes and dreams for the future and then illustrate those dreams on rungs of an actual wooden Jacob's Ladder toy.
This provider can do programs by request. Contact education@theojac.org to coordinate a specific date/time.
Little Learners Storytime: Maybe Something Beautiful
Presented by Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Grades: Pre-K-2
Cost: FREE
Times: 9:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. CST
NOTE: Story is available in Spanish by request.
Take a virtual trip to the museum where students will be read "Maybe Something Beautiful" by F. Isabel Campoy. This story introduces us to Mia, a young artist who brings joy to people in her city with her art. Mia takes a journey around her city to teach us that a splash of color can bring big changes in the most unexpected places. Students will connect the story to works of art from the Amon Carter Museum of American Art's collection.
This provider can do programs by request. Contact distancelearning@cartermuseum.org to coordinate a specific date/time.
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