The DC History Center with Ford’s Theatre and other local history sites host Tapas for Teachers, a social event for educators.

The beginning of the school year is full of promise and possibility, along with plenty of uncertainty—and educators deserve a night out and support in their classrooms!

Join us at Tapas for Teachers on Thursday, September 19, as we celebrate the back to school season with Ford’s Theatre and your favorite local history sites. Enjoy free snacks and good conversation while you learn about teacher resources like professional development and field trips. We'll also share National History Day guidance, tools, and tips, along with topic ideas for the theme: Rights and Responsibilities in History.

This annual event welcomes educators working with students of all levels and subjects. The DC History Center is committed to making our events accessible to all participants. If there’s an accommodation we can provide or something we can do to improve your experience, let us know by emailing us at programs@dchistory.org. There will be photography at this event, so consider repping your school’s swag!

Co-hosted by the DC History Center and Ford's Theatre, local sites include:

Anacostia Community Museum
Archaeology in the Community, Inc.
Arlington National Cemetery
Charles Sumner School Museum and Archives
DC Arts and Humanities Education Collaborative
DC Historic Preservation Office, DC Office of Planning
DC Preservation League
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
Historic Congressional Cemetery
Library of Congress
Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum
National Mall and Memorial Parks
The People's Archive at DC Public Library
President Lincoln's Cottage
Tudor Place Historic House & Garden

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