Celebration Announced for Constitution Day at The National Archives on July 13, 2005
The National Archives is gearing up for a series of exciting events in September to commemorate Constitution Day, offering citizens, teachers, and students a unique opportunity to delve into the Charters of Freedom, including the Constitution.
On September 12, 2025, the National Archives will celebrate Constitution Day, with a detailed schedule of events, special programs, exhibits, or guest speakers yet to be announced. However, visitors can expect to explore the "Public Vaults", an interactive exhibition behind the display of the Constitution, offering a "hands-on" examination of the workings of the three branches of government.
The highlight of the celebration is a discussion scheduled for September 21, where presidential historian Michael Beschloss will moderate a conversation featuring members of Congress, including House Majority Whip Roy Blunt and Minority Whip Steny Hoyer. The discussion will address the impact of high-speed communications, instantaneous news, and public expectations of quick results on basic constitutional principles.
Other related Constitution Day events include a naturalization ceremony welcoming new U.S. citizens on September 17 at the Eisenhower Presidential Library, and a Constitution Day film screening at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library, but these are separate locations. Nearby, the 2025 National Book Festival will be held at the Library of Congress on September 6, but it is a separate event from National Archives activities.
In addition to these events, the original Constitution will be on permanent display in the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom at the National Archives. On September 16, the 1297 Magna Carta will also be on display at the National Archives, starting from 12:00 noon.
Other discussions and panel sessions scheduled as part of the Constitution Day celebrations include "Checks and Balances in the Age of Instant Messaging: A Congressional Perspective", "Blogging: Free Press for All or Free-for-All?", and a panel discussion on the endangered right of "fair use" and its critical importance in preserving the constitutionality of copyright law.
The Constitution Day programs are co-sponsored by several organizations, including the New York Times Knowledge Network, the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, and the William G. McGowan Charitable Fund, Inc. The events are made possible with the generous support of the Annenberg Foundation Trust at Sunnylands and the Foundation for the National Archives.
Press information can be obtained by contacting the National Archives Public Affairs staff at 202-501-5526. Constitution Day presentations learning materials will also be available online for free on the National Archives web site and the Justice Learning site.
With these engaging events and educational resources, the National Archives' Constitution Day celebrations promise to reach thousands of citizens, teachers, and students nationwide, fostering a deeper understanding of the Constitution and its enduring principles.
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