Finding Freedom tableau scene at the Museum depicting a British soldier of African descent trying to recruit a young boy of African descent to find freedom with the British army.

On the eve of the American Revolution, one-fifth of British North America’s residents were people of African descent. What did their lives look like during the Revolutionary era, how were they impacted by the Revolution, and how did they themselves shape how the new nation came into being? Teachers participating in this free workshop will join educators at the Museum to discuss these questions and shares resources and records for learning and teaching.  

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Dr. Philip Mead leads a class of teachers at the Season Of Independence Summer Teacher Institute.

Professional Development Workshops

Join fellow teachers for interactive workshops, engaging discussions, and content-rich presentations exploring the American Revolution in both historical and contemporary contexts.
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Schoolchildren looking at their reflections in a mirror in the "A New Nation" Museum exhibit

Teacher Resources

Engage your students with the dramatic story of America's Founding with our in-person, in-class, homeschool, and virtual learning resources.
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A watercolor depicts Deborah and Harry aboard a ship setting sail for Nova Scotia.

Interactive Features

Dig deeper into compelling stories and complex events of the American Revolution through our interactive online learning experiences, Finding Freedom and Season of Independence.
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