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March 12, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Russia, Ukraine, Constitutionalism, and the Rule of Law

Hear analysis from two experts in constitutional law and international affairs What's New This Week Russia, Ukraine, Constitutionalism, and the Rule of Law Run time: 54 minutes Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Kim Lane Sc…

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March 10, 2022 at 2:02 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Elections, Speech, and Political Disinformation

Experts explore the leading proposals to combat disinformation in American elections. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Elections, Speech, and Political Disinformation Thursday, March 10 | 7 p.m. ET Free O…

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March 8, 2022 at 10:30 AM

Celebrate Women's History Month

Classes on the 19th Amendment, virtual tours, and more! Upcoming Scholar Exchanges The 19th Amendment: Women's Right to Vote Introductory: Wednesday, March 9, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, March …

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March 5, 2022 at 1:02 PM

The EPA, Federal Power, and the Future of Climate Regulations

Hear analysis of the oral arguments in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency What's New This Week The EPA, Federal Power, and the Future of Climate Regulations Run time: 1 hour 3 minutes Jeffrey Rosen is …

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March 2, 2022 at 3:07 PM

Women's History Month, Mar. 26 free admission day, and more!

March at the National Constitution Center Filmmaker Ken Burns and historian Erica Armstrong Dunbar join us on March 30 at 12 p.m. ET for a discussion of Benjamin Franklin, a new documentary that explores the life of the scientist, inventor, writer,…

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March 1, 2022 at 9:31 PM

Elections and political disinformation, the 14th Amendment, and more

New month of programing starts next week! March at America's Town Hall Elections, Speech, and Political Disinformation Thursday, March 10 | 7 p.m. ET What are the leading proposals to combat election di…

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March 1, 2022 at 10:30 AM

Explore the Civil Rights Movement This Week

Plus: Ashley D. Farmer Joins Us on Friday Upcoming Scholar Exchanges The Civil Rights Movement Introductory: Wednesday, March 2, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, March 2, 2 p.m. ET Explore the 1950…

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February 28, 2022 at 2:05 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Adams, Jefferson, and the Turbulent Election of 1800

Presidential historians discuss one of the most contentious and partisan elections in U.S. history. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Adams, Jefferson, and the Turbulent Election of 1800 Monday, February 2…

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February 26, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Early Presidents on Happiness, Government, and Public Opinion

Explore memorable writings and speeches from former presidents What's New This Week Early Presidents on Happiness, Government, and Public Opinion Run time: 51 minutes Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Nancy Isenberg and C…

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February 22, 2022 at 10:25 AM

This Week: The 14th Amendment and Incorporation

Explore our peer-to-peer programs! Upcoming Scholar Exchanges The 14th Amendment and Incorporation Introductory: Wednesday, February 23, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, February 23, 2 p.m. ET All-L…

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February 19, 2022 at 1:03 PM

Redistricting in Alabama and the Voting Rights Act

Learn about issues surrounding Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act What's New This Week Redistricting in Alabama and the Voting Rights Act Run time: 51 minutes Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Rick Hasen and Matthew Clark …

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February 17, 2022 at 2:48 PM

Two Opportunities for Free Admission This February!

Local Educator Monthly: A collection of opportunities for educators in and around Philadelphia Free Admission Days in February Presidents Day at the Center Saturday, February 19, to Monday, February 21, 2022 The…

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February 15, 2022 at 2:07 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Join us for Election Integrity and Voting Rights: Should We Rewrite the Rules?

Experts debate the merits of recent proposals to protect the integrity of our election process. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Election Integrity and Voting Rights: Should We Rewrite the Rules? Tuesday,…

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February 15, 2022 at 10:30 AM

What are the rights of assembly and petition?

Visit Us on Presidents Day! Upcoming Scholar Exchanges First Amendment: Assembly and Petition Introductory: Wednesday, February 16, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, February 16, 2 p.m. ET In this s…

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February 12, 2022 at 1:02 PM

The Evolution of the First Amendment

Explore how free speech under the First Amendment was developed What's New This Week The Evolution of the First Amendment Run time: 59 minutes Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Robert Post and Keith Whittington to discuss …

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February 9, 2022 at 3:19 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Join us for Rule of Law in America and Abroad: A Comparative View

Foreign dissidents and legal experts examine the rule of law in constitutional systems around the world. Upcoming at America's Town Hall Rule of Law in America and Abroad: A Comparative View Wednesday, F…

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February 8, 2022 at 10:30 AM

Explore the Freedom of Religion Clauses This Week

Plus: Black History Month resources all month long Upcoming Scholar Exchanges First Amendment: Freedom of Religion Introductory: Wednesday, February 9, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, February 9, 2…

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February 5, 2022 at 1:00 PM

Justice Breyer’s Constitutional Legacy

A reflection on the justice's professional and personal legacy What's New This Week Justice Breyer's Constitutional Legacy Run time: 1 hour 8 minutes In this two-part conversation, host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by fo…

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February 3, 2022 at 2:29 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join us for The First Amendment and the Censor's Dilemma

Experts explore the efforts at censoring unpopular speech throughout American history. Upcoming at America's Town Hall The First Amendment and the Censor's Dilemma Thursday, February 3 | 12 p.m. ET Free…

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February 3, 2022 at 10:30 AM

Welcome to the Local Educator Monthly!

A collection of opportunities for educators in and around Philadelphia Now is a great time to book immersive in-person experiences in a safe environment or join us for live virtual gallery tours led by our dynamic educators! This…

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February 2, 2022 at 5:02 PM

First Amendment Tablet, Black History Month, and Free Admission on Presidents Day

February at the National Constitution Center Visit the Center First Amendment Tablet Now on Display View our newly installed 50-ton marble First Amendment tablet! Engraved with the 45 words of the First Amendment, the t…

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February 2, 2022 at 11:37 AM

Commemorate Black History Month With Virtual Tours and Online Resources

Classes on freedom of speech and press this week Upcoming Scholar Exchanges First Amendment: Speech and Press Introductory: Wednesday, February 2, 12 p.m. ET Advanced: Wednesday, February 2, 2 p.m.…

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February 1, 2022 at 4:37 PM

Election integrity and voting rights, the rule of law around the world, the First Amendment, and more

New month of programing starts this week! Upcoming at America's Town Hall The First Amendment and the Censor's Dilemma Thursday, February 3 | 12 p.m. ET Adam Liptak, New York Times Supreme Court reporte…

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January 30, 2022 at 4:37 PM

Congress, the Filibuster, and the Constitution

Hear about the history, constitutionality, and calls for reform of the filibuster What's New This Week Congress, the Filibuster, and the Constitution Run time: 1 hour 3 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by two …

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January 25, 2022 at 1:02 PM

Today at 11 a.m. ET: Join us for India and America: A Constitutional Dialogue

Experts discuss the similarities and differences between the two countries' constitutional systems. Upcoming at America's Town Hall India and America: A Constitutional Dialogue Tuesday, January 25 | 11 …

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January 25, 2022 at 10:30 AM

What's your favorite amendment?

Learn about Article V and the amendment process this week Upcoming Scholar Exchanges Article V: The Amendment Process; What is your 28th Amendment? Introductory: Wednesday, January 26, 12 p.m. ET A…

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January 22, 2022 at 1:02 PM

MLK, the Declaration, and the Constitution

Hear analysis of some of King's most significant speeches and writings What's New This Week MLK, the Declaration, and the Constitution Run time: 1 hour 4 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by leading experts on ci…

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January 21, 2022 at 7:12 PM

2022 winter Town Hall season starts next week!

Join discussions on India and America’s constitutions, the First Amendment, election integrity and voting rights, and more. Upcoming at America's Town Hall India and America: A Constitutional Dialogue Tu…

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January 18, 2022 at 10:30 AM

We interrupt your previously scheduled Educator Weekly...

Virtual Museum Experience Takeover Each month we will dive into one of the National Constitution Center's educational programs, as a way to learn more about what the Center has to offer. This month is all about Virtual Museum Experiences! …

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January 17, 2022 at 2:05 PM

Interested in helping the Center's Education Team?

Winter peer-to-peer Scholar Exchange evaluations The National Constitution Center's education team is looking for teachers to help evaluate our peer-to-peer Scholar Exchanges. Participation i…

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January 15, 2022 at 1:00 PM

The Case for Reforming the Electoral Count Act

Explore the Electoral Count Act and proposals for fixing it What's New This Week The Case for Reforming the Electoral Count Act Run time: 55 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by election law experts Ned Foley and…

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January 13, 2022 at 3:15 PM

Discounted Tickets This Winter and Free Admission on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January at the National Constitution Center Join us this winter! From January 19 – March 31, visitors can enjoy discounted admission of $10 for adults (usually $14.50) and $7.50 for youth ages 6-18 (usually $11). Buy tickets Visit the C…

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January 11, 2022 at 10:30 AM

Learn About the Civil Rights Movement This Week

Special guest Hasan Kwame Jeffries joins on Friday Upcoming Scholar Exchanges The Civil Rights Movement, the Warren Court, and Landmark Civil Rights Laws Introductory: Wednesday, Jan. 12, Noon ET Ad…

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January 8, 2022 at 1:01 PM

Will the Supreme Court Strike Down Biden’s Vaccine Mandates?

Explore the legality of two cases currently before the Court What's New This Week Will the Supreme Court Strike Down Biden’s Vaccine Mandates? Run time: 55 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by John Masslon and De…

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January 4, 2022 at 10:30 AM

New Year, New Educator E-Newsletter

Explore landmark SCOTUS cases this week Happy New Year, educators! At the National Constitution Center, we strive to find ways to better serve civic educators across the country. This refreshed weekly e-newsletter will keep you up-to-date on our upcomi…

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December 29, 2021 at 2:02 PM

Listen to Our Best Podcasts From 2021

Experts discuss mask mandates, SCOTUS, social media and more! Looking for interesting constitutional conversations during the holidays? Listen to our We the People and Live at the National Constitution Center podcasts available on Spotify, Apple Podcast…

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December 28, 2021 at 10:30 AM

Opportunities for Educators in 2022

Plus: Recent podcasts you may have missed Planning for 2022 We hope you have the opportunity to enjoy the holiday season, and that it is a restful respite from the busyness of the school year. The National Constitution Center's edu…

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December 25, 2021 at 1:03 PM

2021: A Constitutional Year in Review

Reflect on significant Supreme Court cases and more What's New This Week 2021: A Constitutional Year in Review Run time: 1 hour 5 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Adam Liptak and Jennifer Mascott to look back…

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December 21, 2021 at 10:30 AM

THANK YOU for all of your hard work this year!

Let us cover a class for you in the new year To all of our educators, thank you for your hard work and dedication this year. We are grateful for your support in educating students across the nation on current constitutional issues…

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December 18, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Should the Supreme Court Be Reformed?

Examine the reform proposals and the pros and cons of implementing them What's New This Week Should the Supreme Court Be Reformed? Run time: 59 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by two members of the Presidential…

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December 15, 2021 at 4:07 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join us for The Meaning of Equality in America

Scholars discuss where the idea that “all men are created equal” came from Upcoming at America's Town Hall The Meaning of Equality in America Wednesday, December 15 | 12 p.m. ET Free Online Where did t…

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December 14, 2021 at 10:30 AM

The Atlantic’s Clint Smith joins us on Friday

Explore Slavery in America in Our Live Classes This Week This Week: Slavery in America: The Constitution to Reconstruction In this session, students engage in a conversation on slavery in America from …

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December 11, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Student Aid, Religious Education, and the First Amendment

Explore the free exercise clause and public funding for religious education What's New This Week Student Aid, Religious Education, and the First Amendment Run time: 59 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Erwin C…

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December 8, 2021 at 3:51 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join us for "Poetry and the Constitution"

How have poets—from John Milton to Phillis Wheatley—influenced the Constitution? Upcoming at America's Town Hall Poetry and the Constitution Wednesday, December 8 | 12 p.m. ET Free Online How have poets…

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December 7, 2021 at 10:30 AM

Live Classes on the Judicial Branch This Week

Plus: A Friday Session Featuring the Honorable Marjorie Rendell This Week: Article III: The Supreme Court in Review – From Judicial Selection to Current Cases In this session, students explore Ar…

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December 4, 2021 at 1:02 PM

The Dobbs v. Jackson Case – Part 2

Listen as experts unpack the oral arguments What's New This Week The Dobbs v. Jackson Case – Part 2 Run time: 49 minutes Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Mary Ziegler, of Florida State University College of Law, and …

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December 1, 2021 at 2:31 PM

Join us for Live Online Programs and Bill of Rights Day

December at the National Constitution Center Help elevate civic knowledge nationwide and support America's leading source for nonpartisan constitutional debate—We the People. In honor of the 234th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution, every dollar you give to…

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November 30, 2021 at 1:33 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Join us for "Lincoln's Speeches and the Refounding of America"

Authors dive into the timeless speeches of one of America's greatest presidents Tonight at America's Town Hall NOV 30 I …

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November 30, 2021 at 10:01 AM

All About the Executive Branch This Week

Explore Article II with a live class! This Week: Article II: The Presidency and the Executive Branch  In this session, students will explore the powers of the president. The class will take a clo…

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November 27, 2021 at 1:01 PM

Abortion Rights and the Constitution

Preview how the Court may rule on Mississippi's abortion law The Dobbs v. Jackson Case – Part 1 Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by Mary Ziegler, of Florida State Universi…

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