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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · 19h

Historians @dblight.bsky.social w/Ed Ayers & guests talk re: the future of history education 11/3 🗺️🍎 #sschat @thenewrepublic.bsky.social : www.eventbrite.com/x/1735550380...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 4

In 90 minutes, join us for the @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social “Inside the Vault” session with historian Ed Ayers —register here:

www.gilderlehrman.org/collection/i...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 1

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The Fire of a Movement • New American History

At New American History, we’re committed to helping students see how current events take their shape from history. Our tools and resources are free and freely available to all educators, intended to u...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 1

Today is not about 3 day weekend at the beach, or holiday sales. Teach this history: futureofamericaspast.com/season1-epis...

Watch "The Fire of a Movement" on PBS — The Future of America's Past

Meet descendants and activists keeping alive the memory of those who perished in the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, March 25, 1911.

futureofamericaspast.com

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Sep 1

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in New York was the site of one of the deadliest industrial disasters in U.S. history. The tragedy that occurred there on March 25, 1911, marked a major turning point in labor history and helped establish modern-day workplace safety standards.

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National Council for History Education @historyed.bsky.social · Aug 29

Teaching history means asking tough questions and uncovering new perspectives. This fall, NCHE is offering back-to-school webinars to put those ideas into action.

Please share so history educators in need of great PD can find the support they deserve.

Learn more and register here: buff.ly/WhembxH

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Aug 7

Join us September 4, 2025, 7-8pm —Our friends at the @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social will host a discussion on the Battle of Antietam & the Road to the Emancipation Proclamation w/ Ed Ayers! Teachers, students, & everyone who ♥️ history are welcome! Registration Link:
bit.ly/InsideTheVau...

Image of the Emancipation Proclamation and text as stated.

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jul 12

Hope you will join us tomorrow at 8:30 am PDT in Grand Ballroom Salon 4 -Marriott #EsriUC2025 where we will share how New American History harnesses the power of GIS and digital storytelling tools to explore data literacy and uncover hidden histories.

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 30

@america250.bsky.social this is how we support our educators, park rangers, museum interpreters and content experts! 📜🖼️🛶🇬🇧🗺️🇺🇸

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 30

We owe so much to our local guides from Lake George, Ft. Ticonderoga, Museum of the Iroquois, Saratoga Natl Historical Park, NY State Museum, Albany Inst. of History & Art, & the Waterford Canal Towpath Society/Erie Canal.

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 30

Many thanks to these talented Virginia educators learning history/civics/geography in the field —traversing the Husdon River Valley region, walking and rowing their way, retracing and reframing how we think about and teach the American Revolution (and beyond)!

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 30

Can’t think of a better way to support the #CivicSeason this year than helping lead a weeklong field experience for educators with our friends from the @vageogalliance.bsky.social, @newamericanhistory.bsky.social, the Smithsonian Rural Education initiative, & @nationalarchives.gov.uk.web.gy!

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 21

It was our honor to work with you on this project! 📖💜🗺️

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · Jun 20

As we help launch the #CivicSeason, on Juneteenth, we revisit this episode of “The Future of America’s Past,” filmed at the Emancipation Oak 🌳 in Hampton VA. futureofamericaspast.com/season1-epis...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 9

We finish celebrating #teacherappreciationweek 🍎w/ our own @mapm8ker.bsky.social visiting @WilsonPresLib & @woolly_wilson to learn more PD opportunities at Presidential Libraries. Where have presidents traveled abroad? Learn more about this & elections from @UR_DSL 🗺️ and @bunkhistory.bsky.social 🐑🇺🇸

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 8

On Day 4 of #teacherappreciationweek we map 🗺️ excerpts on #teachers in Bunk: www.bunkhistory.org/tags/ideas/3.... Explore these excerpts to make more historical connections 🍎 @bunkhistory.bsky.social

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 7

As we continue to celebrate #teacherappreciationweek we honor Mary S. Peake and other teachers who led the way for edicational opportunities for ALL! Learn more about her work at Hampton U and here: resources.newamericanhistory.org/freedom-s-fo... #FreedomsFortress 🍎 🗺️

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 6

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The Valley of the Shadow

Explore the lives of people swept up in the great American dramas of slavery, war, and emancipation. The two communities, one in the North and one in the South, experienced every national challenge fr...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 6

📜 “We are all tiered with our work, and I believe a little vacation of a week would do all good--about the last week in March …”” IYKYK #teachertired
(Scott admitted he is not a good speller!) Check out more letters/diaries of teachers in the Valley archives 👩🏻‍💻 🍎 🗺️

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 6

Day 2 of #teacherappreciationweek 🍎 Found this 1866 gem in the Valley of the Shadow archives, educator John Scott in 🗺️ Augusta Co, VA: valley.newamericanhistory.org/letters/A7114

Augusta County: John Scott to Samuel Hunt, March 17, 1866 — Letters — The Valley of the Shadow

John Scott begins his missive to Samuel Hunt by acknowledging that he is a bad speller. He apologizes for his imperfections, but he maintains that his frustrations with spelling make him even more eag...

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 5

Happy #teacherappreciationweek!
Revisiting “School Interrupted,” about the Moton High School walkout led by Barbara Johns, which later became part of the Brown v. Board decision. Barbara was inspired by her teacher, Miss Davenport. resources.newamericanhistory.org/school-inter... #sschat 🗺️ 🍎

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 3

Check out @kaysohini.bsky.social earlier free comics on The Nib and NYCDOE Civics for All Comics Group #FreeComicBookDay

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 3

Coming soon-our newest collaboration with @kaysohini.bsky.social ! #FreeComicBookDay

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 3

Special shout out to the many wonderful comics from The Nib archived @bunkhistory.bsky.social and in our learning resources library! #FreeComicBookDay

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New American History @newamericanhistory.bsky.social · May 3

Happy Free Comic Book Day! Celebrating our friends and collaborators @graphichistoryco.bsky.social and @nycdoe.bsky.social Civics for All Comics Group! www.bunkhistory.org/resources/th... 🗺️ 🍎 #FreeComicBookDay

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