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COVID-19 Statement from Executive Director Patrick Madden
May 22, 2020
National Archives facilities across the nation and the iconic museum in Washington, D.C. remain temporarily closed for the health and safety of our visitors, researchers and staff. This outbreak has raised a lot of questions, many of which remain unanswered.
Even through this uncertainty, the National... Read more
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Archives at Home: Statement from Executive Director Patrick Madden
March 26, 2020
The National Archives Museum and research center in Washington D.C., and National Archives facilities across the country, closed indefinitely on March 14 to protect the health and safety of staff and visitors amidst the COVID-19 outbreak.
Our National Archives Foundation family has braved... Read more
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National Archives Foundation Statement on COVID-19
March 12, 2020
Dear Foundation Members & Friends:
I’m writing to inform you of some important changes to upcoming programs and events at the National Archives in Washington, D.C. in an effort to keep our community safe.
Tonight’s National Archives program and event – the Harriet Tubman Tribute – has been... Read more
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National Archives Foundation Launches Video Series Featuring Speaker Pelosi, Senator Capito, Cokie Roberts and Other Women Trailblazers in Celebration of the Women’s Suffrage Centennial
February 13, 2020
WASHINGTON D.C. (February 13, 2020) – Today, the National Archives Foundation launches a video series about the women’s suffrage movement and its lasting impact on future generations. As part of a larger initiative in commemoration of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage, and in... Read more
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Serving Up a Dish of Art, Historical Fun, and Chocolate Chip Pancakes at the National Archives Sleepover
February 7, 2020
On February 1, 2020, the National Archives Foundation partnered with the National Archives in bringing history alive for 104 children and their families at the National Archives Sleepover.
Before rolling out their sleeping bags in the National Archives Rotunda, children from across the... Read more
