Maine Historical Society

Special Exhibition on Black Citizenship in the Jim Crow Era Explores Hard Truth of Post-Slavery from Reconstruction to World War I, Opening July 20 at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum

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Monday, July 17, 2023
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Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow exhibition opens July 20, 2023 at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum

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  • Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow exhibition opens July 20, 2023 at the Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum
    Organized by the New-York Historical Society, the exhibition takes visitors from the Civil War to the end of World War I and examines how Black Americans advocated for equal rights in a hostile system.
  • Artifacts, photographs, and other media illustrate these transformative decades in American history and their continued relevance.
  • Black Citizenship, on view through December 31, concludes with an exploration of Black military service during World War I and the struggle for equality in the decades to follow.
  • The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum is grateful for the generous support of this special exhibition from anchor sponsors Amazon, Debbie and Ron Greene, Humanities Texas, Nissan Foundation, and Texas Capital.

Louise Mirrer, Ph.D., President and CEO of the New-York Historical Society, Receives the First-Ever Walter W. Buckley Jr. Prize

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Friday, June 30, 2023
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Dr. Mirrer, in all that she represents and has accomplished, is the perfect choice to be the initial recipient of this honor.

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  • Dr. Mirrer, in all that she represents and has accomplished, is the perfect choice to be the initial recipient of this honor.
  • We greatly appreciate Walter W. Buckley Jr. and his family for their devotion to this cause and for their important support."
  • Riccards adds, "This prize represents the idea that the story of America is still being written…the future course rests in our hands.
  • Mirrer also announced that she's chosen to donate the $30,000 prize fund to the New-York Historical Society.

THE COMMON GOOD AMERICAN SPIRIT AWARDS

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, May 18, 2023, the non-profit organization The Common Good will host the 2023 American Spirit Awards at the New-York Historical Society. The Common Good is honoring individuals in public service, business, advocacy, and law enforcement who have contributed to the integrity of American democracy and institutions.

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  • NEW YORK, May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, May 18, 2023, the non-profit organization The Common Good will host the 2023 American Spirit Awards at the New-York Historical Society.
  • The Common Good is honoring individuals in public service, business, advocacy, and law enforcement who have contributed to the integrity of American democracy and institutions.
  • The American Spirit Awards are given each year to those extraordinary individuals who exemplify the best of the American spirit, demonstrating their commitment to our constitutional democracy, to freedom, to equality, to dignity for all, and to the common good.
  • The Common Good is one of the nation's premier nonprofit, nonpartisan platforms presenting outstanding voices for discussions and briefings on national policies and trends.

Mars Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Heritage Chocolate Society, Honoring the Legacy of its Founder, Forrest E. Mars, Jr.

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Thursday, February 9, 2023
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NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Heritage Chocolate Society (formerly known as the Colonial Chocolate Society) celebrated its 20th Anniversary at its annual meeting on February 7-8 in Richmond, Virginia.

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  • NEWARK, N.J., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Heritage Chocolate Society (formerly known as the Colonial Chocolate Society) celebrated its 20th Anniversary at its annual meeting on February 7-8 in Richmond, Virginia.
  • The Colonial Chocolate Society continued to meet every year at different historic sites in North America including Colonial Williamsburg, Fort Ticonderoga, Fortress Louisbourg and Mount Vernon.
  • Hosted by Mars and AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate , the meetings grew and brought innovative programming and speakers to its attendees.
  • The winners of the 2023 Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant were announced at the society's Annual Gala held at The Hippodrome Theatre.

Oneida Indian Nation and New-York Historical Society to Host Teacher Appreciation Day Event in New York City

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022
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ONEIDA INDIAN NATION HOMELANDS, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Saturday, May 14, the New-York Historical Society and the Oneida Indian Nation have partnered to offer a day full of exciting educational offerings for teachers and families as part of the Museum's Teacher Appreciation Day Open House. The day-long program is free for teachers and school administrators to attend with their families and serves as an opportunity for educators to learn about New-York Historical's robust educational programs.

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  • On Saturday, May 14, the New-York Historical Society and the Oneida Indian Nation have partnered to offer a day full of exciting educational offerings for teachers and families as part of the Museum's Teacher Appreciation Day Open House.
  • ONEIDA INDIAN NATION HOMELANDS, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Saturday, May 14, the New-York Historical Society and the Oneida Indian Nation have partnered to offer a day full of exciting educational offerings for teachers and families as part of the Museum's Teacher Appreciation Day Open House.
  • To introduce the Oneida language to a broader audience, Oneida Indian Nation Member Brooke Thomas will read popular Haudenosaunee legends to attendees.
  • The Oneida Indian Nation is a federally recognized Indian nation in Central New York.

ATIXA Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Title IX

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
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KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATIXA , the nation's foremost organization uniting the work of Title IX administrators has unveiled a slate of special events and resources to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX.

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  • KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa., March 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- ATIXA , the nation's foremost organization uniting the work of Title IX administrators has unveiled a slate of special events and resources to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Title IX.
  • In celebration of Title IX's 50th anniversary, ATIXA is collecting stories from Title IX professionals across the country and those impacted by its seminal influence on sex and gender equity.
  • ATIXA's special 50th anniversary celebration webpage also highlights the ATIXA policy platform and provides updates on key legislative efforts aiming to set the course of Title IX through its next half-century of progress.
  • The Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA) provides a professional association for school and college Title IX coordinators, investigators, and administrators who are interested in serving their districts and campuses more effectively.

The Women's Sports Foundation Celebrates Inspiring Athletes, Girls and Leaders in Sport at the Annual Salute to Women in Sports

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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The Salute was presented by WSF partners Athleta, espnW, Gatorade, NBC Sports Group and Yahoo Sports.

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  • The Salute was presented by WSF partners Athleta, espnW, Gatorade, NBC Sports Group and Yahoo Sports.
  • WSF research has shown that sport participation provides many life-long benefits including health and wellness, goal-setting and mastery, discipline, confidence and leadership skills.
  • "The Women's Sports Foundation is an ally, advocate and catalyst for girls and women to reach their highest potential in sport and life," said Billie Jean King, WSF Founder.
  • The Women's Sports Foundation exists to enable girls and women to reach their potential in sport and life.

High Line Announces Major Gift from the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Foundation

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021
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As a Founding Board Member of the High Line, Dr. Diamonstein-Spielvogel helped fight against the demolition of the historic High Line structure and served on the joint committee of City and High Line representatives that selected the design team of James Corner Field Operations and Diller Scofidio + Renfro.

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  • As a Founding Board Member of the High Line, Dr. Diamonstein-Spielvogel helped fight against the demolition of the historic High Line structure and served on the joint committee of City and High Line representatives that selected the design team of James Corner Field Operations and Diller Scofidio + Renfro.
  • The High Line is both a nonprofit organization and a public park on the West Side of Manhattan.
  • Built on a historic, elevated rail line, the High Line was always intended to be more than a park.
  • The High Line is owned by the City of New York and we operate under a license agreement with NYC Parks.