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Join us at the table and explore America's story in the words of those who lived it.

Register for "Missouri, Dred Scott and the Coming of the Civil War"

August 2, 2024, 8:30 AM CT - 2:30 PM CT | Hosted by: The Missouri State Museum - Jefferson Landing | Jefferson City, Missouri | Discussion Leader: Dan Monroe

The Civil War was the result of decades of issues, ideas, and actions by individuals and groups, across a less than 100 year old American. In this seminar, teachers will explore the connection between emerging ideas about slavery and race, and a Supreme Court case that contributed to the causes of the Civil War. 

This program will be conducted as a conversation among peers, utilizing primary source documents as the only readings, and with the Professor facilitating the conversation, instead of lecturing or presenting. Registrants are highly encouraged to read the documents and come with questions. All attendees will be provided lunch and a Letter of Attendance.

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"It gave me a better understanding of the Founders’ views. They saw that restricting religious liberty is not only wrong; it leads to animosity within society. This year, I will begin both my government class and my class on “Law and Modern Society” with George Washington’s Letter to the Hebrew Congregation at Newport." — Sean B.