Published on Historical Society of Pennsylvania (https://hsp.org)


1968: Arts and Entertainment
Wednesday, 10/24/18
Lecture/Panel Discussion
Not just for entertainment, music, movies, and even comic books often reflect and address real societal issues. Guest speakers will explore the political role of art during one of the most turbulent periods of the 20th century.
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The First Gay American Novel: A Forgotten Book by Sarah Orne Jewett
Tuesday, 10/16/18
Lecture/Panel Discussion
In this talk, Don James McLaughlin of the University of Tulsa makes the case that A Marsh Island (1885), the little-known novel by the Maine-based writer Sarah Orne Jewett, should be considered the first novel in the genre.
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Military Records for the Family Historian
Thursday, 10/11/18
Genealogy Workshop
This 10-hour program is designed to explore the wealth of information which may be available for ancestors who served in a military capacity. Find out where to locate resources like Revolutionary War militia records, complied military service records, veterans’ compensation records, and discover tools to dig into and understand the information inside.
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1968: Protest in the Streets
Wednesday, 10/10/18
Lecture/Panel Discussion
In the 1960s Philadelphia citizens took action to spur change, with consumer boycotts, pride groups, and street riots. How does this fiery period compare to today?
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"In Cider" Knowledge: Young Friends Board Meet and Greet
Thursday, 10/4/18
Special Event
Get insider knowledge (see what we did there?) about joining HSP's Young Friends Board, a group of young professionals with a passion for history, while enjoying free appetizers, a free sampling of hard ciders, and happy hour specials.
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1968: Behind the Marches
Wednesday, 10/3/18
Lecture/Panel Discussion
Find out how the values of Quakerism shaped the defining social movements of the 1960s, including the Civil Rights Movement, the Freedom Summer of 1964, and the Anti-War protests.
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1968, The Year That Shattered America - Mini-Course for Educators
Wednesday, 10/3/18
Teacher Workshop

Civil rights, elections, protest, and police actions: How do we help our students understand how the Vietnam War, the Cold War, and the Civil Rights Movement still affect us America today?

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Friends Day
Saturday, 9/29/18
Friends of HSP (researcher level and above) can enjoy breakfast with fellow history fans, take advantage of one-on-one service with our staff and genealogy experts, and tour HSP’s active processing, conservation, and digital labs.
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Young American Muslims: Faith, Country, and Community
Wednesday, 9/26/18
Lecture/Panel Discussion
From concert halls to school corridors, from fire departments to fashion scene, from research labs to art studios and the TV screen, young American Muslims are confidently expressing their identities. In an evening of art and dialogue, guest speakers will explore a meaningful path toward a more united community.
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Hands-On History Day
Saturday, 9/8/18
Special Event
Fun for the whole family! See a historical play on President Lincoln, listen to a storyteller, try out some history-themed activities and art projects, learn how professionals preserve documents, and try your hand at researching your family tree.
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Kindergarten: The Foundation for Life
Tuesday, 8/28/18
Exhibit/Display
We’re celebrating the beginning of a new school year by revisiting the kindergarten experience from the 1800s to the early 1900s.
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Researching Family in Pennsylvania 2018
Monday, 7/30/18
Class
July 30 – August 3, 2018. HSP presents a week-long genealogy course designed to explore the records and repositories available for researching ancestors in Pennsylvania. A complete “How to” course, training you to use the resources available at HSP and elsewhere to uncover your family’s story!
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