America at 250! The Legacy of The Declaration of Independence One-day seminar Saturday, March 28 • 8:30 a.m.–2:15 p.m. Free, but registration is required Lunch will be provided Thousands of books and articles have been written about the Declaration of Independence, and its ringing words make an appearance in every American history textbook. Given all this commentary and interpretation, is it still possible to understand the Declaration as its authors understood it? Join us as we explore the primary sources that best illuminate the Declaration’s meaning and imbue its words with living significance. This program will be conducted as a discussion of primary source documents, with the professor facilitating the conversation rather than lecturing. Registrants are highly encouraged to read all the documents in advance and come ready with questions. Teachers will receive a Letter of Attendance at the conclusion of the seminar. Seminar takes place at Living History Farms’ Learning Center (11121 Hickman, Urbandale). Followed by an optional civics program and museum tour 2:30–4 p.m. Conducted by Living History Farms Education Director Daniel Jones Seminar presented by Living History Farms in partnership with Teaching American History and Iowa Council for the Social Studies
Living History Farms is an interactive outdoor museum which educates and connects all peoples to the many stories of Midwestern rural heritage.
