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June 17, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Presidents, Prosecutions, and the Rule of Law

Examining the federal charges brought against former President Donald Trump   What’s New This Week Presidents, Prosecutions, and the Rule of Law Run time: 1 hour Legal experts Oona Hathaway and Jamil Jaffer break down the le…

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June 13, 2023 at 12:32 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Deliberation and Democratic Norms in America

Authors explore strategies for overcoming partisan gridlock.   Today at America’s Town Hall Deliberation and Democratic Norms in America Tuesday, June 13 | 12 p.m. ET  In today’s polarized political climate, how can Ame…

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June 13, 2023 at 9:45 AM

Just Announced: New First Amendment Exhibit Opening Fall 2023

Plus, programs to celebrate Juneteenth for every learner New First Amendment Gallery On September 6, 2023, the National Constitution Center will open our newest gallery, The First Amendment. Protecting some of our most cherished freedoms—religio…

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June 10, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Artificial Intelligence, Defamation, and New Speech Frontiers

Discussing new legal issues regarding defamation and libel law surrounding emerging AI technologies   What’s New This Week Artificial Intelligence, Defamation, and New Speech Frontiers Run time: 54 minutes Eugene Volokh and …

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June 9, 2023 at 2:09 PM

Help tackle our civics crisis

Join us in transforming civic education   Dear John, In early May, the Department of Education released the “Nation’s Report Card” on how eighth-grade students across America are performing in civics and U.S. history. The results confirm what we already know: Amer…

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June 8, 2023 at 2:12 PM

New Gallery on the First Amendment, Wawa Hoagie Day and Free Admission Days, and More!

Upcoming at the National Constitution Center   On September 6, 2023, the National Constitution Center will open our newest gallery, The First Amendment. Protecting some of our most cherished freedoms—religious liberty, free speech, a free press, the f…

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June 8, 2023 at 9:45 AM

Stop By And See Us This Summer

Mark your calendars for Wawa Hoagie Day June at the Center Celebrate Pride Month at the Center June 1-30 Celebrate Pride Month at the National Constitution Center and learn how members of the LGBTQIA+ community in the United States fought for …

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June 6, 2023 at 9:45 AM

Celebrate Flag Day With Us

Plus, a look ahead at Juneteenth Happy Birthday American Flag and U.S. Army! Stars and Stripes Festival Celebrates the Birthday of Two American Institutions Wednesday, June 14 Celebrate Flag Day and the U.S. Army's 248th birthday with programs at the Nat…

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June 5, 2023 at 1:02 PM

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. ET: The State of Free Expression in the U.S. and Abroad

Free speech advocates examine the global state of free expression.   Tonight at America’s Town Hall In-Person The State of Free Expression in the U.S. and Abroad Monday, June 5 | 5:15 p.m. Welcome Reception; 6:30 p.m. Pr…

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June 3, 2023 at 12:02 PM

New Amendments and the Future of Constitutional Reform

Experts discuss and evaluate proposals for new constitutional amendments   What’s New This Week New Amendments and the Future of Constitutional Reform Run time: 42 minutes Akhil Reed Amar, Caroline Fredrickson, David Fren…

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May 30, 2023 at 9:15 AM

Don't Miss the Last Live Classes of the School Year

Plus, a look ahead at Flag Day celebrations   Online Learning Opportunities Article III and Supreme Court Term Review Wednesday, May 31 | 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. ET In our last sessions of the year, students explore Article III of the U.S. Const…

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May 27, 2023 at 12:01 PM

The Shadow Docket Debate

Experts explore the current debate surrounding the Supreme Court’s “shadow docket.”   What’s New This Week The Shadow Docket Debate Run time: 57 minutes Adam Liptak and Jennifer Mascott join Stephen Vladeck for a conversa…

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May 23, 2023 at 7:31 PM

You're Invited: The State of Free Expression in the U.S. and Abroad

RSVP today for this special event on June 5. The National Constitution Center, Renew Democracy Initiative, and the Center for Constitutional Design at Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law invites you to a SPECIAL AMERICA’S TOW…

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May 23, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Join Us for Our Final Live Classes of the 2022-2023 School Year!

  Online Learning Opportunities Article III and Supreme Court Term Review  Wednesday, May 31 | Introductory Class at 12 p.m. ET and Advanced Class at 2 p.m. ET In this session, students explore Article III of the U.S. Constitution, which defines the…

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May 22, 2023 at 2:48 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: The Shadow Docket Debate

Experts explore the current debates surrounding the Supreme Court's emergency rulings.   Today at America’s Town Hall The Shadow Docket Debate Monday, May 22 | 12 p.m. ET  The Supreme Court’s “shadow docket”—cases in wh…

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May 20, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Sal Khan on Civics, AI, and the Constitution

A conversation with Khan Academy founder Sal Khan about the future of constitutional education   What’s New This Week Sal Khan on Civics, AI, and the Constitution Run time: 45 minutes Jeffrey Rosen sits down with Khan Academ…

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May 16, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Commemorate Memorial Day with Live Museum Programs

Register for the final live class of the 2022-2023 school year   Online Learning Opportunities Civil War and Reconstruction Tour Wednesday, May 24 | 12 p.m. ET Explore the Center’s compelling exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruction: The Battl…

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May 15, 2023 at 11:29 AM

Today at 9 a.m. ET: The Evolution of Judicial Independence in America

Experts discuss the critical role of judicial independence in American democracy.   Today at America’s Town Hall The Evolution of Judicial Independence in America   Monday, May 15 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET    Join the Natio…

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May 13, 2023 at 12:01 PM

The Future of Affirmative Action

Discussing the affirmative action cases before the Supreme Court and their potential impact   What’s New This Week The Future of Affirmative Action Run time: 57 minutes With the Supreme Court weighing two cases involving H…

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May 9, 2023 at 10:31 AM

Register for a Peer-to-Peer Scholar Exchange this May!

Join us for our final professional learning session of the school year   Dear fellow teachers,  Last week, the Nation’s Report Card issued an assessment of eighth grade knowledge of civics and U.S. history, and the results confirm what we alr…

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May 8, 2023 at 4:03 PM

New Town Hall Programs Coming Soon!

Topics include judicial independence and the Supreme Court's shadow docket.   Upcoming at America’s Town Hall The Evolution of Judicial Independence in America   Monday, May 15 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET    Join the Nat…

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May 6, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Joan Biskupic on “Nine Black Robes”

A conversation with CNN legal analyst and veteran Supreme Court reporter and Joan Biskupic on her new book   What’s New This Week Joan Biskupic on “Nine Black Robes” Run time: 55 minutes Veteran Supreme Court reporter and CN…

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May 5, 2023 at 5:36 PM

Free Admission on Memorial Day Weekend, America's Town Hall Programs, and More!

PLUS: Hear from Jeffrey Rosen about the NAEP U.S. History and Civics Education Assessments   Dear Friends of the NCC,  Earlier this week, the Nation’s Report Card issued an assessment of eighth grade knowledge of civics and U.S. history, and …

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May 4, 2023 at 4:12 PM

Tonight at 7 p.m. ET: The Future of Affirmative Action

ALSO: New programs coming this month!   Tonight at America’s Town Hall The Future of Affirmative Action Thursday, May 4 | 7 p.m. ET  The Supreme Court is about to decide two cases involving Harvard and the Unive…

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May 2, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Live Classes Examining the Fourth Amendment’s History, Text, and Key Ideas

Join us this week to explore what the Fourth Amendment says and means   Online Learning Opportunities   The Fourth Amendment Live Class Wednesday, May 3 | Introductory Class at 12 p.m. ET and Advanced Class at 2 p.m. ET In this…

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April 29, 2023 at 12:02 PM

What Are “True Threats” Under the First Amendment?

Examining a case from Colorado about how to interpret and apply “true threats” doctrine   What’s New This Week What Are “True Threats” Under the First Amendment? Run time: 54 minutes Genevieve Lakier and Gabe Walters discuss…

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April 28, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Special Friday Edition: Upcoming Live Classes!

Join us the last classes of the year!   The Fourth Amendment Wednesday, May 3 | Introductory Class at 12 p.m. ET and Advanced Class at 2 p.m. ET In this session, students will examine the historical context and the drafting of the Fourth Ame…

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April 27, 2023 at 9:01 AM

Join us for Scholar Exchanges on Monday, May 1

We hope to see you on Monday, May 1   Law Day Scholar Exchanges The National Constitution Center is excited to partner with the American Bar Association (ABA) this Law Day, May 1, for a special sessions of our popular Peer-to-Peer E…

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April 25, 2023 at 12:32 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Women and the American Idea

Authors discuss key women who inspired constitutional change throughout American history.   Today at America’s Town Hall Women and the American Idea Tuesday, April 25 | 12 p.m. ET  Join Tomiko Brown-Nagin, autho…

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April 25, 2023 at 9:34 AM

Two More Virtual Tour Opportunities This Month

Plus: Recorded classes, perfect for end of the year review   Online Learning Opportunities   Civil War and Reconstruction Tour Wednesday, April 26 | 12 p.m. ET Explore the Center’s compelling exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruction: The B…

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April 22, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Should We Break Up With the Founders?

Sharing audio from live event recorded earlier this year featuring five experts debating this question   What’s New This Week Should We Break Up With the Founders? Run time: 53 minutes Akhil Reed Amar, Caroline Fredrickson, …

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April 18, 2023 at 12:02 PM

Today at 4:30 p.m. ET: Solicitors General and the Supreme Court

A discussion exploring the various approaches to constitutional interpretation—including originalism—with solicitors general.   Today at America’s Town Hall Solicitors General and the Supreme Court Tuesday, April…

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April 18, 2023 at 9:34 AM

Register for our Upcoming Civil War Virtual Tour

Plus: Professional Learning workshop on the 14th Amendment   Online Learning Opportunities     Civil War and Reconstruction Tour Wednesday, April 26 | 12 p.m. ET Explore the Center’s compelling exhibit, Civil War and Reconst…

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April 15, 2023 at 12:01 PM

The Legality of Abortion Pills

Break down of the dueling decisions of the legality of abortion pills in Texas and Washington   What’s New This Week The Legality of Abortion Pills Run time: 52 minutes Abortion law scholars Rachel Rebouché and Th…

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April 11, 2023 at 9:30 AM

There is Still Time for AP Test Review!

  Online Learning Opportunities     Live at the Museum: Learn About the Courts and Meet a Real Judge!  Wednesday, April 12 | 12 p.m. ET  *Great for 3rd–5th grade students Join the Center’s education team and meet a real jud…

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April 8, 2023 at 12:00 PM

The Indictment of Former President Trump

Explaining the recent indictment and criminal charges filed against former U.S. President Donald Trump   What’s New This Week The Indictment of Former President Trump Run time: 53 minutes David French and Kimberly Wehle brea…

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April 5, 2023 at 2:07 PM

New America's Town Hall Programs, Spring Break, and more!

April at the National Constitution Center   The National Constitution Center’s 2022 Annual Report is now live! Look back with us on last year’s highlights, and preview what’s ahead for 2023 and beyond. Read here   Debate at America’s Town Hall …

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April 4, 2023 at 8:29 PM

NEW America’s Town Hall Programs Announced

Join discussions on affirmative action, the shadow docket, Montesquieu, and more!   Upcoming Programs at America’s Town Hall Solicitors General and the Supreme Court Tuesday, April 18 | Program: 4:30 p.m. ET; Rec…

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April 4, 2023 at 9:30 AM

Live AP Review Classes This Week!

  Online Learning Opportunities   AP Court Case Review  Wednesday, April 5 | 12 p.m. ET (Introductory class) and 2 p.m. ET (Advanced class) In this fast-paced and fun session, students will review the top 14 Supreme Court cases…

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April 1, 2023 at 12:07 PM

Israel’s Constitutional Crisis

Unpacking the debates and protests over proposed reforms to Israel’s judicial and legal system   What’s New This Week Israel’s Constitutional Crisis Run time: 50 minutes Professors Yuval Shany and Tom Ginsburg explain and un…

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March 30, 2023 at 2:43 PM

Today at 12 p.m. ET: Civic Virtue and Citizenship

Authors discuss their new books on civic virtues.   Today at America’s Town Hall Civic Virtue and Citizenship Thursday, March 30 | 12 p.m. ET  Join Christopher Beem, author of The Seven Democratic Virtues: What …

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March 29, 2023 at 9:31 AM

Join us for a Scholar Exchange on AP Court Cases

Plus: Last week to apply for the Teacher Advisory Council!   Online Learning Opportunities   AP Court Case Review  Wednesday, April 5 | 12 p.m. ET (Introductory class) and 2 p.m. ET (Advanced class) In this fast-paced and fun se…

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March 27, 2023 at 1:04 PM

Tonight at 6 p.m. ET: Five New Amendments: Next Steps for Constitutional Change

A conversation on proposed constitutional amendments.   Tonight at America’s Town Hall Five New Amendments: Next Steps for Constitutional Change Monday, March 27 | Pre-program reception: 5-6 p.m.; Program begins:…

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March 25, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Can Courts End Partisan Gerrymandering?

Discussing gerrymandering cases out of North Carolina and the future of pursuing political gerrymandering claims in court   What’s New This Week Can Courts End Partisan Gerrymandering? Run time: 58 minutes Misha Tseytlin and…

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March 24, 2023 at 12:06 PM

Today at 1 p.m. ET: The Constitutional Role of the State Solicitor General

A bipartisan group of state solicitor generals discuss the crucial role of the office.   Today at America’s Town Hall The Constitutional Role of the State Solicitor General Friday, March 24 | 1 p.m. ET  The Nati…

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March 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM

Welcome to the Local Educator Monthly!

A collection of opportunities for educators in and around Philadelphia   Women's History Month   Celebrate Women's History Month at the Center Throughout Women’s History Month, the Center recognizes extraordinary American women …

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March 21, 2023 at 9:34 AM

Virtual Tours and AP Prep!

Plus: Professional Learning on the 14th Amendment   Online Learning Opportunities   Civil War and Reconstruction Tour Wednesday, March 22 | 12 p.m. ET  Explore the Center’s compelling exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruction: The Battle for F…

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March 18, 2023 at 12:01 PM

Domestic Violence Laws and Gun Rights

Unpacking a recent Fifth Circuit decision in United States v. Rahimi and how to interpret the Second Amendmend   What’s New This Week Domestic Violence Laws and Gun Rights Run time: 50 minutes Second Amendment experts Amy Sw…

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March 16, 2023 at 3:37 PM

Tonight at America's Town Hall

PLUS New America’s Town Hall Programs Announced!   Tonight at America’s Town Hall Amendment Reform in America and Abroad Thursday, March 16 | 5:30 p.m. ET  The National Constitution Center and the Center for Con…

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March 14, 2023 at 9:36 AM

Explore two of the Center’s exhibits right from your classroom!

Celebrate notable women in history from the Civil War and beyond   Online Learning Opportunities Civil War and Reconstruction Tour Wednesday, March 22 | 12 p.m. ET  Explore the Center’s compelling exhibit, Civil War and Reconstruct…

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