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On October 27, 2014, archivist Alan Walker discussed the historical significance of record group RG64 at the National Archives McGowan Theater in Washington, D.C.
A 2014 incident in Chile involved naval officers capturing nine minutes of video footage of an unidentified aerial phenomenon off the coast of Santiago.
Jessica Hopkins, a National Archives specialist, presents an overview of American Indian records and resources available on the National Archives website.
National Archives Catalog Community Managers Suzanne Isaacs and Meredith Doviak discuss genealogy resources and citizen archivist projects to enhance genealogical research.
Federal records such as census data, Freedmen’s Bureau documents, and Confederate payrolls are essential for identifying former slaves and their owners.
Sara Holmes provides guidance on preserving personal collections, including papers, photographs, and heirlooms, to ensure their longevity for future generations.
National Archives archivist Nathaniel Patch provides guidance on researching World War I Naval and Marine Corps records for genealogical purposes.
The 2023 DC Archives Fair, hosted by the National Archives Assembly, took place at the National Archives and Records Administration on October 23, 2023.
Bob Costas and Michael Wilbon discuss pivotal moments in sports history and the role of athletes as change makers during a program at the National Archives.
David Ferriero oversees over 10 billion pages of textual records and nearly 50 million photographs as the 10th Archivist of the United States.
On February 5, 2020, Judge Douglas H. Ginsburg will lead a discussion on constitutional freedoms with Professor William Baude at the University of Chicago.
On August 8, 1974, President Richard Nixon announced his resignation effective at noon the following day, marking a significant moment in American history.
Abigail Adams discusses her experiences during the American Revolution and the significant contributions of women, followed by a Q&A with Patrick Madden from the National Archives Foundation.
Dan Law from the National Archives discusses accessing electronic records of interest to genealogists through the Archival Access Database at a 2012 event.
Harry S. Truman addresses Congress for the first time as President on April 16, 1945, outlining his vision and priorities for the nation.
Gerry Conlon shares his experience of wrongful imprisonment as a member of The Guildford Four, sentenced for an IRA bombing he did not commit.
Richard Sylla discusses Alexander Hamilton's financial policies and their lasting influence on the modern economic system during a lecture at the National Archives.
Alice Kamps, Curator for the National Archives Museum, presents an illustrated lecture on the exhibit highlighting the cultural significance of sports in America.
Stanisław Zalewski shares his experiences in Nazi camps like Auschwitz-Birkenau and Mauthausen.
On September 11, 2001, members of Congress sang 'God Bless America' on the Capitol steps in a moment of national unity following the attacks.
Emma Sky shares insights on the Middle East and her work with Raymond Odierno.
Rajiv Chandrasekaran discusses U.S. military strategies in Iraq and Afghanistan in this interview.
Megyn Kelly discusses Donald Trump's impact on Fox News and Roger Ailes in her in-depth interview.
Three presidential elections since 1900 resulted in an incumbent's party winning a third term, a rarity in American politics.
Historian David McCullough discusses American history and identity with Archivist Alan Weinstein at the National Archives in Washington, DC, on July 13, 2007.
Dr. Colleen Shogan, the first woman appointed as Archivist of the United States, will interview Yuval Levin about his book on the Constitution.
Congressman John Lewis discusses his civil rights activism in a moderated event by NPR's Scott Simon at the National Archives in Washington, DC.
Four Presidents, portrayed by actors and moderated by Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer, engage in a lively discussion at Mt. Rushmore.
A survivor recounts the Peshawar Massacre where the Pakistani Taliban massacred 132 children.
Darja Bajagić's provocative art challenges viewers to engage with the complexities of history and contemporary society through fragmented imagery and ambiguous narratives.
Jeannette Ehlers confronts Denmark's colonial legacy through her art, exploring themes of erasure, memory, and resistance in the context of the Caribbean and the transatlantic slave trade.
Thao Nguyen Phan intertwines myth and reality in her art, challenging conventional historical narratives through delicate watercolors and video installations.
Paul Revere's midnight ride on April 18, 1775, is recounted in a modern poem that intertwines historical events with contemporary references.
Bryan Stevenson argues that America's incomplete understanding of slavery complicates the evaluation of Abraham Lincoln's role in emancipation and freedom.
Cave_bureau, a Nairobi-based architectural collective, challenges conventional views of architecture and heritage by exploring the significance of East African cave structures.
In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives globally, illustrating how chaos can drive personal and societal growth.
Clifford Alexander discusses the collaboration between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and President Lyndon Johnson, highlighting key figures in the Civil Rights Movement.
A 15-year-old boy named Emmett Till was lynched in 1955 after being accused of offending a white woman in a store.
Historian David McCullough presents insights on the U.S. Constitution during a Constitution Day event at the National Archives in Washington, DC, on September 14, 2011.
Shane Smith interviews Ashton Carter on Russian cyberattacks and global security threats.
Emil Nolde's complex relationship with the Nazi regime prompts contemporary artist Daniel Richter to challenge the moral implications of evaluating art through an artist's personal history.
David Axelrod reflects on Barack Obama’s 2004 Senate campaign as a precursor to the 2008 presidential election, emphasizing storytelling and empathy as key to his leadership success.
David Denby discusses Howard Hawks's The Big Sleep and its iconic stars, Bogart and Bacall.
David McCullough received the first Records of Achievement Award from the Foundation for the National Archives during an event on June 25, 2022.
At the March on Washington in 1963, John Lewis was the youngest speaker, delivering a speech deemed so radical that it required edits before delivery.
David Remnick discusses Groucho Marx's seduction of Margaret Dumont in 'Duck Soup.'
Civil rights strategist Diane Nash discusses her pivotal role in the Nashville lunch counter sit-ins and the significance of nonviolent resistance alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Diane Nash discusses the significance of nonviolence in social movements, her admiration for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and her pivotal role in the Selma Voting Rights Campaign.
