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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History

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Hello, Bluesky! We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to promoting the knowledge and understanding of American history through programs for teachers, students, and the general public. Visit gilderlehrman.org to learn more.

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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 18h
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: Ellen Carol DuBois discusses her book, "Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life." Join us October 18 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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Richard Bell @rickbell.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Folks, I could not be more delighted by this wonderful recognition for the book. Congratulations to the other finalists and please check out our work!
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Lorene @lorene9.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
When you get to help set up the @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social Alexander Hamilton exhibit at your library while blaring the soundtrack. Best day ever! #work #notthrowingawaymyshot #libraries
Five stand up panels with photos and text regarding Alexander Hamilton in the gallery space in front of a two-story window at my library.
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 15/10/2026
High school students🌟Join us for a special Zoom conversation with Denver Brunsman, 10/21 at 7pm! Prof. Brunsman will talk about the process of researching and writing history and what it’s like to spend your days investigating the past. Register: ow.ly/N3mK50ZYcfg
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Today we celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day! Explore the Gilder Lehrman Institute's primary sources, videos, essays, and lesson plans that highlight the experiences of Indigenous people in U.S. history. Learn more at gilderlehrman.org/historical-holidays.
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 11/10/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks, Matthew Pinsker (Dickinson College) discusses his book "Boss Lincoln: The Partisan Life of Abraham Lincoln." Join us at 2pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register: gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks W. W. Norton & Company
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Join us for the 2026 National History Teacher of the Year Ceremony, honoring Aditi Mehta Doshi and exceptional educators across the country. The ceremony will be held Monday, November 9 at 5:00pm at the Yale Club in New York City. Reserve your tickets at gilderlehrman.org
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
📖This week on #BookBreaks, Matthew Pinsker (Dickinson College) discusses his book "Boss Lincoln: The Partisan Life of Abraham Lincoln." Join us October 11 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register: gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks W. W. Norton & Company
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
🏫Teachers: Get this month's Affiliate School Offer while you can! Claim your free copy of Ken Chenault’s memoir, "Equal to the Task." Go to gilderlehrman.org/affiliate to learn more. Not an affiliate? Visit our website to create a free account!
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
We are pleased to announce that Richard Bell is the 2026 George Washington Prize winner for his book, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World. This award is presented in partnership with Mount Vernon and Washington College. Learn more: ow.ly/Q6Lk50ZTbkh Riverhead Books
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks, Lois Romano discusses her book "An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment, Trial, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
📖This Sunday on #BookBreaks, Lois Romano discusses her book "An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment, Trial, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln." Join us October 4 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault tonight at 7pm ET! Dr. Denver Brunsman will discuss a rare letter by George Washington, expressing his dismay at the growing partisan divide in America. This is a free online program for history lovers of all ages! Sign up: gilderlehrman.org/collection/inside-the-vault
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Princeton University Press @princetonupress.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Congratulations to Daniel Lord Smail, whose book Magdalena Coline is a Finalist for @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social's Frederick Douglass Book Prize! This prize is one of the most prestigious awards for global studies of slavery, opposition to it, and the experiences & resistance of enslaved people.
Magdalena Coline: A Life Beyond Slavery in Mediterranean Europe by Daniel Lord SmailDaniel Lord Smail
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Sara Ziemnik @sziemnik2198.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Congratulations, Aditi! #NHTOY
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
We are pleased to announce that the 2026 National History Teacher of the Year is Aditi Mehta Doshi of Sherman Oaks Center for Enriched Studies Magnet in Reseda, California. Please join us in congratulating Aditi! Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/nhtoy Los Angeles Unified School District
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
📣Join us for #BookBreaks this October! Every Sunday, we interview a renowned scholar and discuss their recent work, followed by a Q&A with the at-home audience. We hope to see you there! Register for our October series at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks!
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks: Megan Kate Nelson 📚 discusses her new book, "The Westerners: Mythmaking and Belonging on the American Frontier." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
A new Self-Paced Course is available! In American Intellectual History Pt. II, led by Dr. Jennifer Ratner-Rosenhagen, students will study developments in philosophy, science, political theory, social criticism, and the arts in American life from 1859 to today. Learn more: ow.ly/XcPS50ZQCAa
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: Megan Kate Nelson 📚 discusses her new book, "The Westerners: Mythmaking and Belonging on the American Frontier." Join us September 27 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault on October 1! Dr. Denver Brunsman will discuss a rare letter by George Washington, expressing his dismay at the growing partisan divide in America. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages! Sign up: gilderlehrman.org/collection/inside-the-vault
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks, Bob Crawford discusses his new book "America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This month, we celebrate the contributions made by Hispanic and Latino Americans to the history and culture of the United States. Visit our website to explore Latino history resources! Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/historical-holidays/national-hispanic-heritage-month
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
📖This Sunday on #BookBreaks, Bob Crawford discusses his new book "America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick." Join us September 20 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault on October 1! Dr. Denver Brunsman will discuss a rare letter by George Washington, expressing his dismay at the growing partisan divide in America. This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages! Sign up: gilderlehrman.org/collection/inside-the-vault
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Happy #ConstitutionDay! Visit out website to explore resources related to the US Constitution. They include essays, videos, lesson plans, a Kahoot!, and more. Learn more at gilderlehrman.org/historical-holidays/constitution-day.
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
📜Teachers: A new Affiliate School Offer is available! Claim your free copy of Ken Chenault’s upcoming memoir, "Equal to the Task." Go to gilderlehrman.org/affiliate to learn more. Not an affiliate? Visit our website to create a free account!
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Congratulations to the winners of the 2026 David McCullough Essay Prizes! This year's first place winners are Andrew Quale (Westlake High School) and Shaurya Jat (Redmond High School). Read their essays and see the other winners at ow.ly/3jyl50ZLuYg
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks: Ted Widmer discusses his book, "The Living Declaration: A Biography of America's Founding Text." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
We are excited to announce that our newest exhibition, The Civil War, is available for pre-order! The Civil War exhibition is currently available for pre-sale with delivery by October 1, 2026. Preview the exhibition at gilderlehrman.org/collection/panel-exhibitions
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: Ted Widmer discusses his book, "The Living Declaration: A Biography of America's Founding Text." Join us September 13 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2026 National History Teacher of the Year. The national winner will be announced in October. They will be recognized at a ceremony in NYC and will receive a $10,000 grand prize. See the finalists at gilderlehrman.org/history-teacher-year.
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labor Day from the Gilder Lehrman Institute! Visit our website to learn more about American labor history. We offer resources including classroom-ready lesson plans, primary sources, scholarly essays, and more! Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/historical-holidays/labor-day
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Congratulations to our Building Better Citizens contest winners! See the winning lessons on our website. These lessons were created by K-12 educators around the country to support use of the citizenship test in the classroom. Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/citizenship/building-better-citizens
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks: David Bobb and Tony Williams discuss their new book, "Divided Over the Declaration: How an Enduring Debate Sustains the Vision of America." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
📜Subscribe to the Gilder Lehrman Collection! The collection comprises more than 87,000 letters, diaries, maps, newspapers, photographs, and ephemera, documenting 500 years of US history, Subscriptions start at just $25. Join now: gilderlehrman.org/collection
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: David Bobb and Tony Williams discuss their new book, "Divided Over the Declaration." Join us September 6 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
🗝️Join us for #InsidetheVault tonight at 7pm ET! Dr. Larrie D. Ferreiro will discuss Spain's influence on the American Revolution and the role of the Revolution in a larger global conflict. This is a free program for history lovers of all ages! Register: gilderlehrman.org/collection/inside-the-vault
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
📣Join us for #BookBreaks this September! Every Sunday, we interview a renowned scholar and discuss their recent work, followed by a Q&A with the at-home audience. We hope to see you there! Register for our September series at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks!
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
📜Teachers: Claim the August Affiliate School Offer while you can! We're offering a free month’s subscription to the Gilder Lehrman Collection, an online archive of over 70,000 primary source documents about American history. Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/affiliate
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
📣High school students! Want a fun way to explore US history? Check out History School Book Club. Watch videos of renowned historians discussing their work on topics like African American History, the Civil War, and The Founding Era! Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/history-school-book-club
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks: Louie Gallo and David Nolen discuss their new book, "The Memoirs of General William Tecumseh Sherman." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Designed for K–12 teachers, the Gettysburg College–Gilder Lehrman MA in American History is online, affordable, and taught by world-renowned scholars. Apply by September 3 to begin your degree in Fall 2026. Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/masters-degree-american-history/applying-and-enrolling
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
📜Check out the new issue of History Now! This issue features essays by leading scholars, including Professor Robert S. Levine's "What to Frederick Douglass Was the Declaration of Independence?" Discover a new perspective on the Declaration at www.gilderlehrman.org/history-now
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: Louie Gallo and David Nolen discuss their new book, "The Memoirs of General William Tecumseh Sherman." Join us August 2 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
🗝️This month on #InsidetheVault, Dr. Larrie D. Ferreiro will discuss Spain's influence on the American Revolution. Join us Thursday, September 3 at 7 pm ET for this free program for history enthusiasts of all ages! Register: gilderlehrman.org/collection/inside-the-vault
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
📣High school students! Want a fun way to explore US history? Check out History School Book Club. Our unit on African American History features renowned historians discussing their work on key moments, milestones, and figures in Black history. Learn more: gilderlehrman.org/history-school-book-club
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
#EduHamOnline is back for the 2026-2027 school year! This is a free program for students in grades 6-12. Students are eligible to enter their work in the national competition for a chance to win a trip to see Hamilton on Broadway. Learn more at hamilton.gilderlehrman.org!
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
📖Today on #BookBreaks: Saikrishna Prakash discusses his new book, "The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History." Join us at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History @gliamericanhistory.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
📖Sunday on #BookBreaks: Saikrishna Prakash discusses his new book, "The Presidential Pardon: The Short Clause with a Long, Troubled History." Join us August 23 at 2 pm ET! This is a free online program for history enthusiasts of all ages. Register at gilderlehrman.org/book-breaks
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