Events
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Fawzia Koofi - The Favored Daughter: One Woman’s Fight to Lead Afghanistan into the Future
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 14, 2012 Fawzia Koofi, a leading candidate in the 2014 Afghan presidential elections and a noted activist for women and children’s rights, joins the Center for a powerful and moving conversation about her latest book, The Favored Daughter: One Woman’s Fight to Lead Afghanistan into the Future. The first female deputy speaker of Afghanistan's parliament, Koofi will discuss her life experiences and the political and cultural moment in a country caught between the hope of progress and...
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National Constitution Center |
02/14/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Greetings from Asbury Park
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 15, 2012 Celebrate our right to free expression at this rockin’ kick-off party for the highly anticipated exhibition From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen at the National Constitution Center – the only venue in the nation to host the must-see exhibition from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. You’ll be first in line to get an in-depth look at Bruce Springsteen’s career and catalog through more than 150 rare artifacts...
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National Constitution Center |
02/15/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
President's Day Weekend
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 18-February 20, 2012 During Presidents Day weekend, visitors to the Center will learn about the role of the president and what it takes to be Commander-in-Chief. At craft activity tables, children can create campaign buttons, design their own presidential seals, and more. Guests also are invited to join in a special Presidential Tour of the Center’s core exhibition, The Story of We the People. Presidential reenactors will join the Center throughout the weekend to mingle with guests, pose for...
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National Constitution Center |
02/18/12 -
02/20/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Black History Month
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 1-February 29, 2012 Visitors to the Center this February can participate in a variety of events in honor of Black History Month. During the Breaking Barriers Show, visitors can examine the lives of Thurgood Marshall, Bessie Coleman, Jackie Robinson, and other extraordinary African Americans throughout history, in order to learn more about the issues they faced and the rights they secured for all Americans. Visitors also can take a closer look at the Center’s rare printing of the Emancipation Proclamation,...
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National Constitution Center |
02/01/12 -
02/29/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
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Honor Struggles For Freedom
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National Constitution Center |
02/01/12 -
02/29/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Boy Scout Day
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center March 3, 2012 Scouts can enjoy a fun-filled day learning about our country while meeting requirements and working toward badges. The National Constitution Center will feature activity tables, workshops, and shows just for Boy Scouts. Scouts also can explore the entire museum as they earn a commemorative National Constitution Center Fun Badge. Scout leaders and parents will receive a scout packet and agenda to lead them throughout the day’s activities and events.
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National Constitution Center |
03/03/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Girl Scout Day
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center March 10, 2012 Scouts can enjoy a fun-filled day learning about our country while meeting requirements and working toward badges. The National Constitution Center will feature activity tables, workshops, and shows just for Girl Scouts. Scouts also can explore the entire museum as they earn a commemorative National Constitution Center Fun Badge. Scout leaders and parents will receive a scout packet and agenda to lead them throughout the day’s activities and events.
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National Constitution Center |
03/10/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Documentary Screening - The Promise: The Making of Darkness on the Edge of Town
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center March 14, 2012 Directed by Grammy and Emmy-winning filmmaker Thom Zimny, this 90-minute film combines never-before-seen footage of Springsteen and the E Street Band shot between 1976 and 1978, including home rehearsals and studio sessions, as well as new interviews with Springsteen, E Street Band members, manager Jon Landau, former manager Mike Appel, and others closely involved in the making of the classic album.
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National Constitution Center |
03/14/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Women's History Month
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center March 1-March 31, 2012 Visitors to the Center this March can participate in a variety of events in honor of Women’s History Month. During the Philadelphia Girl Power show, visitors can learn about the remarkable women who have called Philadelphia home, such as Betsy Ross and Marian Anderson, among others.
During the Women of Power show, visitors will explore extraordinary women throughout history and the issues they faced while trying to secure equal rights.
Visitors also can take a...
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National Constitution Center |
03/01/12 -
03/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center February 17-September 3, 2012 Celebrate the right to free expression at an exhibition that rocks! Explore Springsteen’s legendary career in From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen, the first major exhibition about the pioneering American songwriter. Created by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, this must-see exhibition makes its East Coast debut at the National Constitution Center—the first and only venue where it is slated to travel.
Through...
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National Constitution Center |
02/17/12 -
09/03/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |