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Special Exhibition

ONGOING

Declaring the Revolution: America's Printed Path to Independence

William J. vanden Heuvel

Special Exhibits Gallery

Historical Works from the David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection

This exhibition honors the Declaration of Independence as the central printed achievement of America's revolutionary generation by assembling various political and intellectual forerunners of that momentous document, as well as printed evidence of the ways that America's founders self-organized to bring about its stated ideals.

Guest Curator: Mazy Boroujerdi, Curator, David M. Rubenstein Americana Collection

June 26, 2026 - December 6, 2026
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Hollywood Goes to War Film Series

July 22, 2026

They Were Expendable (1945)

Henry A. Wallace Center

Time: 2pm ET

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Starring Robert Montgomery, John Wayne, and Donna Reed, They Were Expendable is based on the real-life heroics of PT Boat squadron leader John Bulkeley, and the defense of the Philippines from December 1941 through April 1942.

This event is free to attend but registration is required.

New History Shorts

The Persistence of Frances Perkins

Now Available

Frances Perkins made history as the first woman ever to serve in a Presidential Cabinet. Best known for developing Social Security policy, her influence on FDR was substantial, as this story shows.

Watch the short (1:42 minutes)
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Martin Van Buren and Political Parties

Now Available

Martin Van Buren played a key role in the establishing of the American two-party system because he saw that without strong parties, Presidential elections would all end up decided by the House of Representatives. Author James M. Bradley in conversation with Presidential historian Alexis Coe.

Watch the short (1:12 minutes)
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American Flag Carving

This relief carving was sent to FDR by the maker, woodworker Peter Rigali of Somerville, MA. See this carving on temporary display in the Museum's Behind the Scenes area through mid-July.

See more in our online collection»

Frances Perkins kept her maiden name for her political career. What was her husband's last name?