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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 1h

We are thrilled to present this year’s George Washington Prize to Tyson Reeder for his book “Serpent in Eden: Foreign Meddling and Partisan Politics in James Madison’s America”

This award is presented in partnership with George Washington’s Mount Vernon and Washington College.

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 4h

Great crowd tonight at this year’s George Washington Prize ceremony. We’re especially happy to have 4 finalists in the room with us!

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 4d

Claim the latest Affiliate School Offer! We've partnered with immersionED to offer teachers a four-week free trial of "Pick Your Path" History Adventures, a platform that provides a complete US history course centered on AI-driven simulations for K–12.

➡️ gilderlehrman.org/affiliate

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 7d

We're partnering with NYC Tourism + Conventions on The Founded By NYC Student Competition for grades 7–12 in NY, NJ, CT, and PA. One winner will receive a full-day experience, including a performance of Hamilton in NYC with their class.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/fWRQ50X4WKy

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Jennifer Sherman Roberts @jshermanroberts.bsky.social · 14d

So grateful to @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social for providing this traveling mimi-course on American history to my rural library system here in Grants Pass, Josephine County!

Large poster-type exhibit highlighting archival documents about American history

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 13d

Join us for the next #InsidetheVault on October 9! Dr. Manisha Sinha joins our curators to discuss The American Anti-Slavery Almanac for 1839. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register: www.gilderlehrman.org/itv-registra...

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 16d

Congratulations to the 2025 David McCullough Essay Prizes student winners! Visit our website to see the full list of winners and read their essays.

➡️ ow.ly/TjBu50WZNwG

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 23d

Students in grades 7–12 in NY, NJ, CT, and PA are encouraged to participate in The Founded By NYC Student Competition. One student will win a full-day experience, including a performance of HAMILTON in New York City with their class.

Learn more: ow.ly/YZJ450WWZvL

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Valencia Abbott @vannabbott.bsky.social · 25d

From a nomination to 2025 NC History Teacher of the Year and now National History Teacher of the Year this journey has been humbling and unforgettable. Grateful to my family, students, and community for showing that teaching history truly shapes tomorrow. #NHTOY @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social

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Sara Ziemnik @sziemnik2198.bsky.social · 29d

VALENCIA! Congratulations to such a deserving educator and welcome to the Gilder Lehrman National History Teacher of the Year #NHTOY club. So inspired by all the great work you do! Proud to know you! Your students and community are so lucky. @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social @vannabbott.bsky.social

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Kevin M Cline @thekevinmcline.bsky.social · 29d

Congrats @vannabbott.bsky.social! A truly outstanding achievement for a truly outstanding educator!

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29d

We are pleased to announce that Valencia Abbott of Rockingham Early College High School in Wentworth, NC, has been named the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year!

Please join us in congratulating Valencia!

www.gilderlehrman.org/history-teac...
@vannabbott.bsky.social #NHTOY #NHTOY2025 #HTOY

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Kevin M. Levin @civilwarmemory.bsky.social · 29d

I could not be happier for @vannabbott.bsky.social. So well deserved. Congratulations!

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29d

We are pleased to announce that Valencia Abbott of Rockingham Early College High School in Wentworth, NC, has been named the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year!

Please join us in congratulating Valencia!

www.gilderlehrman.org/history-teac...
@vannabbott.bsky.social #NHTOY #NHTOY2025 #HTOY

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29d

We are pleased to announce that Valencia Abbott of Rockingham Early College High School in Wentworth, NC, has been named the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year!

Please join us in congratulating Valencia!

www.gilderlehrman.org/history-teac...
@vannabbott.bsky.social #NHTOY #NHTOY2025 #HTOY

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Ana Lucia Araujo @araujohistorian.bsky.social · Sep 8

BOOKS must go where readers are! In schools!
Thank you @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social for making my book Humans in Shackles by @uchicagopress.bsky.social part of its amazing History School Book Club. Check it here: www.gilderlehrman.org/history-scho... #slaveryarchive

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29d

Join us for #BookBreaks this Sunday at 2 PM ET! Debórah Dwork will discuss "Saints and Liars: The Story of Americans Who Saved Refugees from the Nazis". This is a free program for history enthusiasts of all ages! Click the link to register: ow.ly/2NZL50WRkKv
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 4

Join us for #InsidetheVault today at 7 pm ET! Guest speaker Dr. Edward L. Ayers will discuss the Battle of Antietam and the Emancipation Proclamation. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages.

Register: ow.ly/ZPfs50WJUL2

@newamericanhistory.bsky.social

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Jamie @itsthejam.bsky.social · Sep 3

Love getting @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social resources in the mail! New calendar month is always my favorite.

2026 Calendar of the Declaration of Independence and its Legacies

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 2

Teachers: Don't forget to claim the latest Affiliate School Offer! Claim two free posters commemorating Black Lives in the Founding Era.

Poster #1: Phillis Wheatley
Poster #2: James Armistead Lafayette

➡️ gilderlehrman.org/affiliate

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 1

President Grover Cleveland, together with Congress, enacted the first national #LaborDay in 1894 to recognize workers’ contributions.

Visit our site to learn more about the history of labor in the US with videos, essays, lesson plans, and more. www.gilderlehrman.org/historical-h...

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 28

We're hiring! GLI is currently seeking a Grants Coordinator to support our development team in securing and managing foundation, corporate, and government grants. This role is hybrid, based in New York City, and will require occasional evening and weekend hours.

Learn more: ow.ly/nBUa50WNE3k

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 28

K-12 teachers are invited to participate in the Building Better Citizens Online Summit on September 13. Join us for a discussion on the use of the citizenship test in your classroom, in preparation for #ConstitutionDay. Participants will receive a $50 stipend.

Register: ow.ly/J0ON50WNCvy

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 25

There's still time to apply and register for fall courses in the ‪@gettysburgcollege.bsky.social‬–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History. Have questions? Join us for a virtual open house today at 8 pm ET.

Learn more and register: ow.ly/VISI50WIRYW

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 21

Join us for the next #InsidetheVault on September 4! Guest speaker Dr. Edward Ayers will discuss the Battle of Antietam and the Emancipation Proclamation. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages.

Learn more and register: www.gilderlehrman.org/collection/i...

The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 15

Congratulations to the 2025 #NHTOY National Finalists! One of these teachers will be the 2025 National History Teacher of the Year! Stay tuned for the announcement in September.

gilderlehrman.org/nhtoy

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