Sunday, January 25, 2015

History Relevancy Campaign: Part 5 Our Communities (continued)

Note: This is part 5 in an 8 part series on the History Relevancy Campaign, based on an article titled "The Value of History: Seven Ways It is Relevant" from Public History News Vol. 35, No. 1.

Note: Any quotes designated by an asterisk (*) come from that article.

Special thanks to the NCPH as inspiration for this series.


From the campaign's call to action: We believe that history --- both knowledge of the past and the practice of researching and making sense of what happened in the past --- is critically important to the wellbeing of individuals, communities, and the future of our nation.*

Our Communities- 4. Economic Development- History is a catalyst for economic growth.*

Wednesday, January 7, 2015

History Relevancy Campaign: Part 4 Our Communities


Note: This is part 4 in an 8 part series on the History Relevancy Campaign, based on an article titled "The Value of History: Seven Ways It is Relevant" from Public History News Vol. 35, No. 1.


Note: Any quotes designated by an asterisk (*) come from that article.


Special thanks to the NCPH as inspiration for this series.



From the campaign's call to action: We believe that history --- both knowledge of the past and the practice of researching and making sense of what happened in the past --- is critically important to the wellbeing of individuals, communities, and the future of our nation.*

Our Communities- 3. Vital Places to Live and Work- History lays the groundwork for strong, resilient communities.*

Saturday, January 3, 2015

History Relevancy Campaign: Part 3 (Our Selves Continued)

Note: This is part 3 in an 8 part series on the History Relevancy Campaign, based on an article titled "The Value of History: Seven Ways It is Relevant" from Public History News Vol. 35, No. 1.

Note: Any quotes designated by an asterisk (*) come from that article.


Special thanks to the NCPH as inspiration for this series.



From the campaign's call to action: We believe that history --- both knowledge of the past and the practice of researching and making sense of what happened in the past --- is critically important to the wellbeing of individuals, communities, and the future of our nation.*

Our Selves- 2. Critical Skills- History teaches critical 21st century skills and independent thinking.*