A documentation of the delivery of the first Walt Disney Commemorative Medal to Mrs. Disney by President Nixon.

This PBS site provides an introduction and the full text to the speech written and given by Frederick Douglass on July 5, 1853 commemorating the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

An exhibition that commemorated the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War. While slavery caused the war, the war was not begun to free the slaves, but to determine whether the Confederate States of America would be allowed to break...

A description of Gregory of Nyssa's writings, life, and theology. Commemorated January 10th, this Saint is remembered fondly with a short biography and quotes from his various writings.

A lesson plan for teachers which introduces, honors, and commemorates the birthday of the environmentalist Rachel Carson. Provides web links, an annotated bibliography, and other lesson plans on the subject. From May 27, 2007.

A classroom activity for students which honors and commemorates the anniversary of Earth Day. Taken from ReadWriteThink's calendar on April 22, 2007. Includes web links, lesson plans, and a bibliography.

A brief activity/lesson for students commemorating the life and works of Scott O'Dell, Newbery Medal Award winner. Provides links, a bibliography, and lesson plans. From ReadWriteThink's calendar on May 23, 2007.

Tells the story of Virginia Dare, the first English child born in the New World. She was the granddaughter of John White, Governor of the colony established on Roanoke Island in 1587. While White was on a trip to England to replenish the...

Entry for Josephine Baker, from the association in St. Louis responsible for commemorating the achievements of extraordinary men and women who were born in the city or who were associated with it during their lifetimes.

A classroom activity/lesson for students which commemorates the birthday of adolescent author Lois Duncan. Provides lesson plans, web links, and a bibliography. From ReadWriteThink's calendar on April 28, 2007.

Kids learn about Australia Day. The history and facts about this holiday which commemorates the arrival of the First Fleet.

Kids learn about Patriot day. The history and facts about this holiday that commemorates the day of the 9-11 attacks.