The Institute promotes and celebrates accomplishments in American history education and scholarship at every level. Deepen your understanding and appreciation of American history by participating in a program or joining the Institute’s growing network of teachers, students, scholars, and supporters.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute offers traveling panel exhibitions for display at schools, libraries, and other sites in the continental United States. These informative, colorful displays cover ten major topics in American history.
Learn moreThe Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History’s Self-Paced Course series offers graduate-level online courses taught by eminent historians, available to watch or listen to at your own time and pace, with no deadlines or expiration dates.
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Great teachers make a world of difference in the classroom, and students of all ages can show their appreciation by nominating an outstanding American history teacher for this prestigious national award.
Learn moreTeachers affiliated with the Institute may enroll in this fully online, fully accredited, 30-credit degree program.
Learn moreThe Institute offers a wide range of professional development opportunities in American history, from customized in-person training at your school with scholars and master teachers, to rigorous weeklong teacher seminars, and online courses for CEUs and graduate credits.
Learn moreLibraries are eligible for Affiliate membership and participation in grant-funded programs.
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Click below to learn more about the Hamilton Education Program expanding nationwide and our new online pilot program:
Learn moreThe Affiliate School Program provides free resources and opportunities for K–12 teachers and students, bringing American history to life in the classroom. The registration process is easy and there are no hidden fees. The program is an extension of the Institute’s mission to promote the teaching and learning of American history through educational programs and resources.
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Free PRIMARY SOURCES
Exclusive eligibility for TEACHER SEMINARS
Monthly distributions of FREE BOOKS, POSTERS, AND MORE
Cash prizes for STUDENT ESSAY CONTESTS
Free PANEL EXHIBITIONS
25% off at the Gilder Lehrman HISTORY SHOP
Participate in the annual Civil War and Dear George Washington essay contests.
Learn moreThe award recognizes outstanding college juniors and seniors for excellence in American history.
Learn moreAttend free elective courses in American history at a Saturday Academy.
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The Institute offers annual short-term research fellowships to doctoral candidates, college and university faculty, and independent scholars working in American history.
Learn moreThe Institute co-sponsors the Lincoln, Washington, Military History, and Douglass prizes for outstanding books in American history.
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