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History Talks: Education and Power in Post-Emancipation America

by  Ford's Theatre

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Reconstruction has long been dismissed as a failure in American
history, but in fact one of its most resilient and enduring legacies was
the establishment of public colleges for African Americans previously
denied educational opportunities. Join Ford’s Theatre, Blake Lindsey and
University of Maryland professor Leigh Soares to discover how
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) founded during
Reconstruction became cornerstones of education, empowerment and the
movement for a more equitable society. 





This program is part of History Talks, a webinar series that
investigates facets of Abraham Lincoln’s complex legacy and its
relevance to today. These engaging talks, designed for history
enthusiasts of all ages, feature compelling visuals with content experts
delving into Lincoln’s legacy and the world of Civil War Washington.

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About This Program

Cost

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Length

60-minutes


Target Audience

Education: Grade(s) 11, 12, Teacher(s)/Educator(s), Adult LearnersPublic Library: Library Patrons, Library Staff

Minimum participants:

1

Maximum participants:

500


Primary Disciplines

History & Social Studies, Black History


Program Delivery Mode

Webinar
Zoom



Booking Information

This is a special event and will only be offered once this year.

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Ford's Theatre

Washington, DC
United States

Ford's Theatre celebrates the legacy of President Abraham Lincoln and explores the American experience through theatre and education.

During the Civil War, Ford's Theatre was one of Washington's top entertainment venues, giving Washingtonians a much-needed break from the realities of war. President Lincoln, who loved theatre, opera and Shakespeare, visited Ford's Theatre on at least 10 formal occasions.

On April 14, 1865, Lincoln and his wife decided to visit the theatre to see the comedy Our American Cousin. John Wilkes Booth, a Confederate sympathizer, snuck into the President's Box and shot Lincoln with a single-shot Derringer pistol. Booth fled into the night, and Lincoln died the next morning in the Petersen House, a boarding house located just across the street from the theatre.

Lincoln's assassination shocked the nation, and Ford's Theatre remained closed for more than 100 years.

In 1968, Ford's Theatre officially reopened as a national historic site and theatre producing live performances. Today, Ford's offers inspiring theatrical productions, interactive museum exhibits and engaging education programs.

Contact:
Alex Wood
VirtualFieldTrips@fords.org
202-639-1583

Program Details

Format

This program is a webinar that will consist of a presentation and moderated discussion. Questions will be taken from the audience throughout.

Objectives

Participants will:
*Learn from experts in their fields.
*Encounter emerging scholarship regarding Reconstruction and the establishment of public educational institutions.
*Investigate facets of Abraham Lincoln’s complex legacy and build connections to today