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Overview: Out of Many, One?
Americans have long created an identity based on distinct principles and values that define the country. This unit explores the tensions between being an individual and being part of a group or nation and provides insight into what it means to be an individual in America, today and centuries ago.
Overview: Prosperity for All?
America was founded on the principles of equality, freedom, liberty, and respect for individual rights. But these ideals have not always applied to everyone, and many Americans have fought since the founding of this country to broaden those values so that they apply to all Americans.
Object Story: Painted Schrank
This wardrobe holds important clues about the identity of an early Pennsylvania family.
Object Story: Portrait of Elizabeth Stone Coffin
Portrait of Elizabeth Stone Coffin painted by John Brewster Jr. in 1801.
Activity: Portrait Investigations
Investigate the person in a portrait using clues and information from primary sources, images, and through research.
Object Story: Stitching Statements and Sentiments
Explore quilt patterns that reflect women’s perspectives on the world and current events.
Object Story: African American Quilting
Contemporary African American quilt traditions and their transformation into new artforms.
Object Story: Toy Lamps
Blown glass lamps made for burning whale oil.
Activity: Candle Math
Explore the relationship between candle light and contemporary lighting from incandescent and fluorescent lamps.
The Common Good
Americans are known for their commitment to individual freedom: freedom to make their own choices, freedom to speak their mind, and freedom to come and go as they please.