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American Colonies: A Continental History Led by : Prof. Alan Taylor (University of Virginia) Course Number : AMHI 605 Semesters : Spring 2022, Spring 2024 Image: Matthew Seutter, Recens Edita totius Novi Belgii [New Netherland-New York] , Augsburg,...
History U | Foundations of American Government
Foundations of American Government This History U course examines the “why” and the “how” of American government through in-depth discussion of its history and workings. Course Instructor : Professor Denver Brunsman, The George Washington University...
Teaching Civics through History
Professional Development The Teaching Civics through History™ (TCTH) program grounds students in the historical roots of current civic and social issues while building their literacy, research, and critical thinking skills. To inquire about...
Spanish Influence on American History
Spanish Influence on American History The Spanish influence on American history is significant, complex, and diverse, spanning more than three centuries of cooperation between Spain and the United States. Learn more about this story through our...
History U | World War II
World War II This History U course aims to add more context and nuance to the traditional American views of the Second World War. Course Instructor : Professor Michael Neiberg, US Army War College Eligibility : High school students Image Source: A...
History U | The 1960s in Historical Perspective
The 1960s in Historical Perspective This History U course explores the myths and memories that constitute our perceptions of the 1960s. Course Instructors : Professor Michael Flamm, Ohio Wesleyan University, and Professor Michael Kazin, Georgetown...
History U | Making Modern America
Making Modern America This History U course explores key moments and people in the history of the United States from the end of World War I to the present. Course Instructor : Professor Margaret O’Mara, University of Washington Eligibility : High...
History U | The Global Cold War
The Global Cold War This History U course examines the origins, strategy, and consequences of the Cold War from a global perspective. Course Instructor : Professor Jeremi Suri, University of Texas at Austin Eligibility : High school students Image...
History U | Chinese in the United States
Chinese in the United States This History U course offers an overview of the history of Chinese in America, emphasizing Chinese American identity and community formations under the shadow of the Yellow Peril. Course Instructor : Professor Madeline...
African American History to Emancipation
African American History to Emancipation Led by: Prof. Evelyn Brooks Higginbotham (Harvard University) Course Number: AMHI 678 Semesters: New Course Image: A photograph of African Americans at Rhett’s Plantation, Port Royal Island, SC, ca. 1861–1865...
History U | Origins of the Civil War
Origins of the Civil War This History U course examines various aspects of what historians call “The Crisis of the 1850s,” the crucial decade that ended in the secession of eleven slave states from the Union. Why did they secede? And why didn’t...
History U | Race and Rights in America
Race and Rights in America This History U course will explore the diverse political philosophies of influential Black Americans as they sought to secure their dignity as human beings and rights as citizens. Course Instructor : Professor Lucas Morel,...
History School Book Club
History School Book Club History School Book Club is a perfect resource for any high school student looking for a fun way to explore American history. Book Club content is based on our popular weekly book talk series, Book Breaks, and focuses on...
Master's Degree in American History
Master's Degree in American History K–12 educators can earn their graduate degree in this affordable, online, accredited program. It’s easy to apply and become an enrolled student. Applications are open all year and are reviewed on a rolling basis....
Summer 2021 Registration Now Open for the Pace–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for Summer 2021 courses is now open for the Pace–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History . The online program for K–12...
Get to Know the 2017 History Teachers of the Year: Randy Martin, New Mexico
This year, the Gilder Lehrman Institute recognized 52 State History Teachers of the Year for their tireless and innovative efforts to make history come alive for their students. But who are they, really? We asked these talented...
Get to Know the 2017 History Teachers of the Year: Jason Steinagle, New York
This year, the Gilder Lehrman Institute recognized 52 State History Teachers of the Year for their tireless and innovative efforts to make history come alive for their students. But who are they, really? We asked these talented...
Get to Know the 2017 History Teachers of the Year: CherylAnne Amendola, New Jersey
This year, the Gilder Lehrman Institute recognized 52 State History Teachers of the Year for their tireless and innovative efforts to make history come alive for their students. But who are they, really? We asked these talented...
Spring registration now open for the Pace-Gilder Lehrman MA Program in American History
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for Spring 2019 courses is now open for the Master of Arts in American History through online courses for K–12 teachers...
Wall Street Journal Profile of National History Teacher of the Year and Other Press Coverage
The Gilder Lehrman Institute received generous press attention during the last month of 2019. Here are some highlights: The Wall Street Journal offered a wide-ranging profile of Gilder Lehrman Institute National History Teacher of the...
Boisterous Sea of Liberty: A Documentary History of America from Discovery through the Civil War
David Brion Davis, Sterling Professor of History at Yale University, and Steven Mintz, Professor of History at the University of Houston, chose 360 original documents from the Gilder Lehrman Collection. The authors have woven these...
Gilder Lehrman 2017 Gala: Honoring Champions of History John Nau III and Jeffrey Seller
On Monday, May 8 the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History held its 2017 Gala, bringing together more than 300 supporters at the Mandarin Oriental in New York City. This year we honored John L. Nau, III, and Jeffrey Seller,...
Kevin Cline on GLI History School's "US Constitution: Looking Backward from 2021 to 1787"
Kevin Cline, who taught the Summer 2020 History School course “The United States, 1492–1865,” returns to History School this spring with “ The US Constitution: Looking Backward from 2021 to 1787 .” This course focuses on key aspects...
Watch John C. McManus Discuss His Gilder Lehrman Prize for Military History-winning Book
The Gilder Lehrman Prize for Military History at the New-York Historical Society is a $50,000 prize administered by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and the New-York Historical Society. Each year the award recognizes...
The Gilder Lehrman History Shop Offers Mugs, Bags, Posters, and Apparel with Collection Images
The Gilder Lehrman Institute’s new History Shop features favorites from the Gilder Lehrman Collection that we hope will be of interest to our friends and supporters. Start your morning with American history with these and many other...
Study the American West with Elliott West, Distinguished Professor of History, University of Arkansas
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for Spring 2020 courses is now open for the online Master of Arts in American History Program for K–12 teachers affiliated...
Get to Know the 2017 History Teachers of the Year: Rosalee Tela-Shoulders and David Alcox
This year, the Gilder Lehrman Institute recognized 52 State History Teachers of the Year for their tireless and innovative efforts to make history come alive for their students. But who are they, really? We asked these talented...
Fall 2019 Registration Now Open for the Pace–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History Program
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for the Fall 2019 courses is now open for the online Master of Arts in American History for K–12 teachers affiliated with...
Introducing Amy King, the 2019 North Carolina History Teacher of the Year and National Finalist
Amy King North Carolina History Teacher of the Year and Finalist for National History Teacher of the Year Since 2004, 802 exemplary American history teachers from elementary, middle, and high schools in all fifty states, Department of...
Get to Know the 2017 History Teachers of the Year: Kevin Martell and Diane Walker
In 2017, the Gilder Lehrman Institute recognized 52 State History Teachers of the Year for their tireless and innovative efforts to make history come alive for their students. But who are they, really? We asked these talented teachers...
Fall 2020 Registration Now Open for the Pace–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History Program
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for the Fall 2020 courses is now open for the online Master of Arts in American History for K–12 teachers affiliated with...
Spring 2020 Registration Now Open for the Pace–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History Program
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History and Pace University are pleased to announce that registration for the Spring 2020 courses is now open for the online Master of Arts in American History for K–12 teachers affiliated with...
Witnessing History: The Pardon of Homer Plessy
In conjunction with our panel, Witnessing History: The Pardon of Homer Plessy (presented in partnership with the Office of the Governor of Louisiana), the Gilder Lehrman Institute has compiled this list of resources on the Plessy v....
Washington DC High School Social Studies Teacher Named 2019 National History Teacher of the Year
NEW YORK, NY (September 10, 2019) --The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History (GLI) today announced that Alysha Butler , a social studies teacher at McKinley Technology High School in Washington, DC, has been named the 2019...
Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History Receives Grant from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation
Grant Will Fund Diverse Gilder Lehrman Institute Programs over Two Years NEW YORK CITY, November 19, 2018 – The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History has been awarded a $500,000 grant over two years from the Robert David Lion...
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