Virtual Classroom

The Trust for the National Mall is pleased to with the National Mall and Memorial Parks Division of the National Park Service for an ongoing series of virtual educational programs designed for elementary school audiences.

Current and Upcoming

Past Programs

Featured
TEACH 250: Independence Revisited: Thomas Jefferson, Frederick Douglass, and the Unfinished American Story
Nov 12
TEACH 250: Independence Revisited: Thomas Jefferson, Frederick Douglass, and the Unfinished American Story

Tuesday, November 12 at 6 PM ET
How can independence and enslavement coexist?  Through the eyes of Jefferson & Douglass we consider the unfinished work of achieving America’s ideals of a more perfect union.

Halloween Haunts: Creepy Critters and Curious Tales from the National Mall
Oct 31
Halloween Haunts: Creepy Critters and Curious Tales from the National Mall

Thursday, October 31 at 1 PM ET
Explore unusual stories, learn about creepy critters found on the National Mall and more for a spooktacular, fun Halloween. 

Teach 250: The Unfinished Work: The National Mall as America's Civic Stage
Oct 8
Teach 250: The Unfinished Work: The National Mall as America's Civic Stage

Tuesday, October 8 at 6 PM ET
Why, or how, has the National Mall become a forum to speak out against injustice?

Constitution Connections at the National Mall
Sep 19
Constitution Connections at the National Mall

Thursday, September 19 at 1 PM ET
In honor of Constitution Week, test your students' knowledge of the Constitution as it connects to the nation's capital.

Teach 250: Inspiring a More Perfect Union Live from Independence Hal
Sep 17
Teach 250: Inspiring a More Perfect Union Live from Independence Hal

Tuesday, September 17 at 6 PM ET
Go beyond the ropes for an exclusive virtual tour of Independence Hall.

Symbols of Peace, Freedom and Sacrifice; the 20th Anniversary of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall
Jun 7
Symbols of Peace, Freedom and Sacrifice; the 20th Anniversary of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall

Friday, June 7 at 1 PM ET
Join this program to mark two milestone anniversaries with the National Park Service: the 20th anniversary of the World War II Memorial on the National Mall and the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

 

Hidden Gems: What Not to Miss on the National Mall
Apr 24
Hidden Gems: What Not to Miss on the National Mall

Wednesday, April 24 at 1 PM ET
Have you ever passed a structure on the National Mall and wondered, "What is that?" Join National Mall rangers for a look at some of the hidden gems on the National Mall.

 

Picture Yourself Here: Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument
Mar 18
Picture Yourself Here: Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument

Monday, March 18 at 1 PM ET
Celebrate Women’s History Month by learning the story behind women's right to vote and the individuals who fought to have their voices heard.

 

Inaugurations on the National Mall: An American Tradition
Feb 15
Inaugurations on the National Mall: An American Tradition

Thursday, February 15 at 1 PM ET
See how much you know about presidential history and ask the rangers what they might remember from the inaugurations they have witnessed.  

 

Living the Dream, Following the Legacy
Jan 23
Living the Dream, Following the Legacy

Tuesday, January 23 at 1 PM ET
Reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and explore your own dreams for the future inspired by Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech. Photo by: National Portrait Gallery/Smithsonian Institution.

 
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