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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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November 23, 2021 at 10:50 AM

Explore Recorded Scholar Exchanges

Topics include voting rights, ratification, and more! Explore Recorded Scholar Exchanges With topics like voting rights, national elections, separation of powers, and more, recorded Scholar Exchanges are a great way to explore…

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November 22, 2021 at 3:12 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join us for "Does the Presidency Need Reform?"

Experts provide their take on what reforms may be necessary Today at America's Town Hall NOV 22 I 12 – 1 p.m. ET Does t…

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November 20, 2021 at 1:00 PM

The anniversary of the Gettysburg address

Explore the significance and continued relevance of this landmark speech The Gettysburg Address  November 19, 2021, marked the 158th anniversary of President Abra…

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November 19, 2021 at 2:44 PM

Today at 11 a.m. ET: Join us for "Native Americans and the Constitution"

Scholars explore the influence of indigenous people on American democracy Today at America's Town Hall NOV 19 I 11 a.m. …

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November 16, 2021 at 1:18 PM

Learn about Article I this week!

Examine constitutional debates involving the legislative branch This Week: Article I: Congress – The Legislative Branch In this session, students explore Article I of the Constitution, which d…

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November 13, 2021 at 1:02 PM

Puerto Rican rights case argued at SCOTUS

How has Puerto Rico and its residents been treated by the U.S. government? Puerto Rican Rights at SCOTUS and Throughout History This week’s episode dives into Unite…

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November 10, 2021 at 3:12 PM

Interested in helping the Center's Education Team?

Sign up for some of the final sessions in our evaluation process The National Constitution Center's education team is looking for teachers to help evaluate our peer-to-peer Scholar Exchanges. …

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November 9, 2021 at 6:07 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Join us for "Black Women, Representation, and the Constitution"

Scholars discuss the history of Black women in America’s representative democracy Tonight at America's Town Hall NOV 9…

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November 9, 2021 at 10:30 AM

Explore the Voting Rights Amendments With Live Classes This Week

Plus: A Fun Friday Session Featuring Jamelle Bouie This Week: Voting Rights Amendments In this session, students learn about voting rights in America through a historical exploration of the right …

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November 6, 2021 at 12:01 PM

Supreme Court Hears Texas Abortion Case

This week on We the People we unpack the case and recap the argument Supreme Court Hears Texas Abortion Case This week, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two…

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November 4, 2021 at 2:05 PM

New America’s Town Hall programs and classes on elections and voting rights!

November at the National Constitution Center Recent reporting and testimony from Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen have amplified calls for regulation on social media platforms. Watch this 2 minute video as President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen and MSNBC's Ali …

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November 3, 2021 at 12:31 PM

Coming this November to America's Town Hall

Topics include Lincoln, Black women and representation, Native Americans and the Constitution, and more! Upcoming at America's Town Hall …

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November 2, 2021 at 9:30 AM

Learn About National Elections This Week

Professor Michael T. Morley joins this Friday’s session! This Week: Learning About National Elections  In this session, student will explore the Electoral College’s controversial origins at the…

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October 30, 2021 at 12:02 PM

Is There a Constitutional Right to Concealed Carry?

Previewing a big Second Amendment Supreme Court case Is There a Constitutional Right to Concealed Carry? Next week, the Supreme Court will hear arguments in a key Se…

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October 29, 2021 at 3:08 PM

Interested in helping the Center's Education Team?

The National Constitution Center's education team is looking for teachers to help evaluate our peer-to-peer Scholar Exchanges. Participation is open to high school classes, and will include:…

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October 26, 2021 at 12:33 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join us for "The Crisis of Two Constitutions: The Founders' vs. The Peoples'"

Wilfred Codrington and Charles Kesler discuss America's two rival constitutions Today at America's Town Hall OCT 26 I …

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October 26, 2021 at 9:30 AM

Review all 27 Amendments in 27 Minutes This Week!

Plus: Learn all about national elections next week! This Week: Amendment Review: 27 Amendments in 27 Minutes—Give or Take a Few! In this fast-paced and fun session, students will review all of the 2…

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October 23, 2021 at 12:01 PM

The Biden Supreme Court Commission

Should SCOTUS be reformed? The Biden Supreme Court Commission Two of the scholars who testified before the Presidential Commission on the Supreme Court—Jamal Greene …

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October 19, 2021 at 9:30 AM

Federalism and Separation of Powers This Week

Plus: Dr. Christopher Brooks joins us on Friday This Week: Federalism and Separation of Powers In this session, students focus on separation of powers and how the Constitution set up a system of …

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October 16, 2021 at 12:01 PM

Should Congress Regulate Facebook?

Recapping the whistleblower hearings Should Congress Regulate Facebook?  Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's testimony before a Senate subcommittee amplified …

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October 13, 2021 at 5:05 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: Join us for "Patriotism and Dissent in America"

Allen Guelzo, Sophia Rosenfeld, and Steven Smith discuss key episodes in American history Tonight at America's Town Hall …

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October 12, 2021 at 9:30 AM

Principles of the American Constitution This Week

Plus: A Fun Friday Session with Dr. Jem Spectar ‌ This Week: Principles of the American Constitution, 1776-1787 In this session, students will examine the form of government established befo…

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October 9, 2021 at 12:00 PM

The Supreme Court's "Shadow Docket"

Steve Vladeck and Jennifer Mascott illuminate current debates surrounding the shadow docket The Supreme Court's "Shadow Docket"  Host Jeffrey Rosen is joined by J…

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October 7, 2021 at 1:05 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Join "For Debate: Should Qualified Immunity for Police Officers Be Abolished?"

Also coming: Conversations about patriotism and dissent, the crisis of two constitutions, and more! Today at America's Town Hall …

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October 6, 2021 at 2:03 PM

Missed the 2021 Liberty Medal Ceremony or Constitution Day programs? Watch now!

October at the National Constitution Center On September 21, the National Constitution Center hosted the 33rd annual Liberty Medal honoring two freedom fighters: Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai…

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October 5, 2021 at 9:30 AM

Explore the Principles of the American Revolution This Week

Plus: A Fun Friday Session With Akhil Reed Amar 2021-2022 Scholar Exchanges Part lecture and part lively conversation, these weekly classes are accessible to the public so that students, teachers, and parents can join in a constit…

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October 2, 2021 at 12:01 PM

New Supreme Court term starts Monday

Experts preview forthcoming term’s blockbuster cases Supreme Court 2021-22 Term Preview  Ahead of the first day of oral arguments in the new Supreme Court term on…

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September 30, 2021 at 12:07 PM

Today at 11 a.m. ET: Join "Religious Exemptions From the Founding to Today"

Also coming up: Conversations about qualified immunity, patriotism and dissent, and more! Today at America's Town Hall …

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September 29, 2021 at 3:15 PM

In-Person Scouting Events Are Back

Educational and engaging programs designed just for scouts Greetings! The National Constitution Center’s in-person scouting events are retuning for fall 2021! Join us at the museum on Saturday, October 16 for Girl Scout Day and on Saturday, November …

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September 28, 2021 at 9:30 AM

This Week: Scholar Exchanges on Civil Dialogue

Examine the structure and function of the U.S. Constitution 2021-2022 Scholar Exchanges Part lecture and part lively conversation, these weekly classes are accessible to the public so that students, teachers, and parents can join …

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