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Civic Season 2026: Juneteenth - July 4th
We invite organizations of all shapes and sizes to participate in Civic Season by hosting events, sharing out your resources and joining the online campaign.
Why you should join
Reach the next generation
Connect young people with your organization’s expertise in history or civics.
Amplify your impact
By linking efforts together as part of a national movement
Easy to join
Uplift work you’re already doing and offers plug-and-play options.
Host checklist
Want to coordinate Civic Season participation for your region, industry or workplace? Contact Nia Mosby at Nia@HistoryMadeByUs.org about becoming a Civic Season Champion.
Register your organization
Register your organization
Connect with regional leads and other hosts in your area
Connect with regional leads and other hosts in your area
Review the resources and shared program options like Slice of History, Youth Takeover Day or Wish Walls.
Review the resources and shared program options like Slice of History, Youth Takeover Day or Wish Walls.
Attend a prep call in Spring 2026
Attend a prep call in Spring 2026
Submit your events and resources by May 1, 2026!
Submit your events and resources by May 1, 2026!
Get your merch and printable supplies
Get your merch and printable supplies
Use the Toolkit to join the conversation – and tag #CivicSeason!
Use the Toolkit to join the conversation – and tag #CivicSeason!
Upcoming calls and deadlines
We invite organizations of all shapes and sizes to participate in Civic Season by hosting events, sharing out your resources and joining the online campaign.
What can you host?
We encourage you to get creative and adapt to your organization or community’s interests. You can submit events and resources you already have, like podcasts or your annual summer BBQ. Or, develop something new - and consider joining in on our signature programs, activated across the country!
Signature 2026 Programs
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America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
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Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
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National Youth Takeover Day
On June 27, 2026, youth lead NationalYouth Takeover Day, running programs, hosting events, and taking over partner institutions’ social channels—showcasing their ideas, creativity, and civic engagement while collaborating with communities nationwide.
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What’s your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
On June 27, 2026, youth lead NationalYouth Takeover Day, running programs, hosting events, and taking over partner institutions’ social channels—showcasing their ideas, creativity, and civic engagement while collaborating with communities nationwide.
program
What’s your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
On June 27, 2026, youth lead NationalYouth Takeover Day, running programs, hosting events, and taking over partner institutions’ social channels—showcasing their ideas, creativity, and civic engagement while collaborating with communities nationwide.
program
What’s your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
On June 27, 2026, youth lead NationalYouth Takeover Day, running programs, hosting events, and taking over partner institutions’ social channels—showcasing their ideas, creativity, and civic engagement while collaborating with communities nationwide.
program
What’s your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
program
America's Potluck
Held on July 5 nationwide, America's Potluck is an opportunity for neighbors to join with one another to share a fun, communal meal, creating a sense of connection and belonging and fostering interactions among people from all walks of life.
program
Slice of History
Host a pizza party just for Gen Z, or combine it with another activity like trivia, a film screening or a lecture - we’ll send you free pizza, with our friends at Pizza to the Polls.
program
National Youth Takeover Day
Play, listen, and watch with purpose. These experiences use storytelling, sound, and interaction to explore civic themes and spark reflection, conversation, and connection!
program
What's Your Wish for America?
What’s your wish for the future of the United States? Where will our community and country be in 50 years? Join thousands of people across the nation in writing, drawing or sharing YOUR vision for the future.
Programming resources
What else can you do?
You can submit non-event resources for people to explore – think podcasts, digital exhibits, articles and videos. And, be sure to join the dynamic conversation online using our campaign tools. Write to your local news station and get featured for your Civic Season efforts!
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