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
Friday, March 14 at 1 PM ET
Test your students’ knowledge and hear short stories about women’s history connections to the National Mall and Washington, D.C.
Tuesday, March 11 at 5 PM ET
Join us to discuss the role and significance of national monuments on the National Mall and their relevance in your classroom.
Thursday, February 27 at 1 PM ET
Bring your students and join us to learn about the creation of presidential memorials on the National Mall.
Wednesday, February 12 at 6 PM ET
This Black History Month, join us on President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday to honor his legacy of emancipation by exploring Camp Nelson National Monument in Kentucky.
Tuesday, January 14 at 6 PM ET
Join us to explore the life and legacy of Benjamin Banneker.
Friday, December 13 at 1 PM ET
Bring your students to explore the different interpretations of “independence” through the eyes of Thomas Jefferson and Frederick Douglass.
Tuesday, December 10 at 6 PM ET
Explore peacebuilding themes and skills for your students, utilizing the Peace Trail on the National Mall.
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.
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.
Tuesday, October 8 at 6 PM ET
Why, or how, has the National Mall become a forum to speak out against injustice?