Members get an exclusive look at the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith before it opens to the public on December 7. RSVP by 12/3 by calling 336.373.2982 or email carol.hart@greensboro-nc.gov And don't miss special Member Family Hours to experience Project Democracy 20/20 on Sunday, December 8, 12-2 pm. Not a museum […]

The Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith explores the history of citizen participation, debate, and compromise from the nation’s formation to today. The exhibition focuses on the changing political ideals and principles of the nation, citizenship in a pluralistic society, and political participation and engagement.

From Dec. 7 to Dec. 13, City of Greensboro employees take 20% off all regularly priced merchandise. Just bring your City ID card. Whether you’re looking for delicious favorites from the Old Guilford Mill, Seagrove Candles to provide a holiday glow or ornaments galore, come by the shop for all your seasonal gift needs!

Bring the whole family for special members-only hours to experience Project Democracy 20/20. Discover the history of America's "Great Leap of Faith." Enjoy the Unity Square activities in Connection Point. And take time to find the Mischievous Museum Mice hiding in the galleries. Not a museum member? Click here to join today!

Bring your lunch to the museum on Thursday, December 19, and enjoy an insiders' introduction to the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith, open now. The museum’s Curator of Community History, Glenn Perkins, will offer this free introduction to the exhibition and the NC Points of Change that connect the American […]

A special introduction to Project Democracy 20/20 for area educators. Tour the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith. Experience Gerrymander Madness: The Anti-Democracy VR Game. Learn how to incorporate Project Democracy 20/20 into your lesson plans. Obtain resources and lessons aligned with curriculum standards. Free open house. Light hors d’oeuvres served. […]

In this conversation we’ll explore the language of hate vs. the language of dissent, who decides who is allowed to speak and how, and the responsibility of the media consumer in safeguarding free speech issues. With Jonathan Friedman, project director for campus free speech at PEN America; Allen Johnson, Editorial Page Editor at the Greensboro […]

Jay Callahan, local Revolutionary War reenactor and speaker, will talk about this familiar battle from the British perspective. Social time begins at 10, with the program at 10:30. Guests welcome. For more information, call Sandra Canipe at 336.273.6491

Looking to learn more about your family? Genealogists from the African American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS) will help close the gaps often found in the lineage of African Americans due to slavery and family separations. Participants will complete a pedigree chart and then have an opportunity to take part in a 20 minute personal […]

Celebrate Great Leap of Faith Day at the Greensboro History Museum.  Visit the Smithsonian traveling exhibition American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith and enjoy a special program of songs from Counterpoint from Triad Pride Performing Arts in the museum auditorium at 2 pm.