Teachers & Students Web Page … Student Programs Student programs at the National Archives bring students in contact with the people and documents that have shaped our nation. Through document analysis and historical thinking routines, K-12 students explore history, civics, and the American experience using primary source documents from the National Archives. Field Trips in Washington, DC Inspire students through civics knowledge and reflection on America’s founding documents—and their role in young …

Founding Documents Web Page … Encounter the original founding documents of the United States in the National Archives Rotunda, the permanent home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution of the United States, and Bill of Rights. These three documents, known collectively as the Charters of Freedom, have been instrumental to the founding and philosophy of the United States. Declaration of Independence View Gallery Declaration of Independence The Declaration of Independence, written in 1776, announces …

Explore Exhibits Explore Exhibits drupal Mon 04/15/2024 … Explore exhibits that showcase the extraordinary holdings of the National Archives. Drawing from over two centuries of federal government records, the letters, memos, maps, drawings, photographs, films, and artifacts on display depict the history of our national life and demonstrate how records help us claim our rights and hold our elected officials accountable. Current Exhibits We recommend that you allow at least 90 minutes to visit the exhibit …