AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE CELEBRATED AT JEFFERSON NATIONAL EXPANSION MEMORIAL  

African Americans have played central roles in some of the most triumphant and courageous moments in the history of our country.  Join us as the National Park Service honors the rich heritage of African Americans with free performances and presentations. 

HAPPY BICENTENNIAL BIRTHDAY PRESIDENT LINCOLN!

This week the Bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln will be celebrated on February 12. This day will begin a year-long series of events across the country as our nation commemorates and reflects upon his life and achievements.

LITTLE ROCK NINE MEMBERS ATTEND PRESIDENT OBAMA'S INAUGURATION

Fifty one years later, change has come.  Little Rock Nine members gladly and proudly witnessed that change but they share their perspective on why this change is not the end and the struggle is not over.

FOR THE LOVE OF PARKS  

Love is in the air and what elicits love and passion more than parks?   Parks provide opportunities to enjoy what we love and those we love.

CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL ONLINE MUSEUM SHOP

Celebrate the civil rights movement with a variety of unique products in our online shop. Commemorate the desegregation of Central High School with the 50th anniversary commemorative silver dollar coin.

FREEDOM AND CIVIL RIGHTS COLORING PAGE

Download and color a scene from the freedom and civil rights movement. To learn more about our country's civil rights history, click on the Freedom and Civil Rights Colorpix set and buy a pack of 10 cards containing pictures to color as well as descriptive text and thought provoking questions.