Saturday, March 21st TV listings for C-SPAN 2
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence New Live
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Reel America - The Constitution of the United States - 1955
Depicting the problems that led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, such as Shay's Rebellion and confusing state currencies.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence New Live
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Life in Philadelphia During 1777 British Occupation New
Historian Aaron Sullivan and curator Caroline O'Connell explore life among residents of Philadelphia during the 1777 British occupation of the city. The event is held at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia.
U.S. House of Representatives Congressional 250th Time Capsule Act New
A highlight from a recent House session.
America 250 Trinity Church New York, St. Paul's Chapel and Gravesites Tour New
Touring Trinity Church and St. Paul's Chapel in New York, the congregants of which played a significant role during the American Revolution.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence New Live
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Reel America Independence -- 1976
A National Park Service film made for the 1976 Bicentennial portrays founding fathers in Philadelphia in 1776 and 1976.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence New Live
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
The Presidency An Inside Look at the Bill Clinton Presidency New
Do you ever wonder what it's like working in the West Wing? Former deputy White House press secretary Jennifer Palmieri shares her experiences working in the Bill Clinton's administration.
Reel America Society Without Libraries -- 1961
Twentieth century archival films on public affairs.
The Civil War Jonathan Jones, Opium Slavery New
Author Jonathan Jones discusses America's first opioid epidemic, which comprised veterans taking opium and morphine to ease distress after the Civil War.
Reel America Vietnam War Combat Photography - 1968 New
Twentieth century archival films on public affairs.
America 250 Historian Stewart McLaurin on James Monroe New
White House Historical Association President Stewart McLaurin reflects on the life and legacy of James Monroe. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Stanford's Jack Rakove on James Madison
Stanford University history professor Jack Rakove reflects on the life and legacy of James Madison. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Lectures in History President Jimmy Carter's Impact On the End of the Cold War
Gonzaga University professor Veta Schlimgen chronicles the history of Hawaii and how it maintained its culture after becoming a U.S. state in 1959. Gonzaga University is located in Spokane, Washington.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Hear from presidents and first ladies, and learn about their politics, policies, and legacies.
America 250 Reel America - The Constitution of the United States - 1955
Depicting the problems that led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, such as Shay's Rebellion and confusing state currencies.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Promise of Equality
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Life in Philadelphia During 1777 British Occupation
Historian Aaron Sullivan and curator Caroline O'Connell explore life among residents of Philadelphia during the 1777 British occupation of the city. The event is held at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia.
People and events that help document the American story.
Hear from presidents and first ladies, and learn about their politics, policies, and legacies.
U.S. House of Representatives Congressional 250th Time Capsule Act
A highlight from a recent House session.
America 250 Trinity Church New York, St. Paul's Chapel and Gravesites Tour
Touring Trinity Church and St. Paul's Chapel in New York, the congregants of which played a significant role during the American Revolution.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln & the Declaration of Independence
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
Reel America Independence -- 1976
A National Park Service film made for the 1976 Bicentennial portrays founding fathers in Philadelphia in 1776 and 1976.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln Symposium Awards Presentation
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
America 250 Abraham Lincoln, The Declaration of Independence & Civic Life
Scholars gathered by the Abraham Lincoln Institute explore how Lincoln viewed concepts in the Declaration of Independence and how they shaped his policies. The event takes place at the Ford's Theatre in Washington, D.C.
The Presidency An Inside Look at the Bill Clinton Presidency
Do you ever wonder what it's like working in the West Wing? Former deputy White House press secretary Jennifer Palmieri shares her experiences working in the Bill Clinton's administration.
Reel America Society Without Libraries -- 1961
Twentieth century archival films on public affairs.
The Civil War Jonathan Jones, Opium Slavery
Author Jonathan Jones discusses America's first opioid epidemic, which comprised veterans taking opium and morphine to ease distress after the Civil War.
Reel America Vietnam War Combat Photography - 1968
Twentieth century archival films on public affairs.
America 250 Historian Stewart McLaurin on James Monroe
White House Historical Association President Stewart McLaurin reflects on the life and legacy of James Monroe. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
America 250 Stanford's Jack Rakove on James Madison
Stanford University history professor Jack Rakove reflects on the life and legacy of James Madison. His recorded essay is part of a project called In Pursuit, commissioned to mark America's 250th birthday in 2026.
Q & A Former Columbia University President Lee Bollinger on the Role and Future of Universities in America
Former longtime Columbia University president Lee Bollinger discusses his book University: A Reckoning, about the purpose and future of universities in the United States. He also talks about protests and free speech on college campuses.