In this course, you will develop a proposal for a historical society or cultural association for an exhibit that presents a contemporary perspective on a historical event or subject based on your research. Your project will be a culmination of the work you’ve completed on several assignments throughout the term. Review the Project Guidelines and Rubric to better understand the requirements for this project.
Directions
Below is a list of approved topics that might interest you. The historical events or subjects are listed under each of the related topic areas. If you would like to select a different topic or event, contact your instructor for approval.
Each topic is linked to a research starter with background information on the event. You must use at least five sources from the Shapiro Library to support your proposal. You may consult with your instructor or the Shapiro Library for recommendations on locating sources.
African American Rights Research Starters Juneteenth Voting Rights Act of 1965
Indigenous Rights Research Starters Indian Removal Act and Trail of Tears Wounded Knee Occupation
LGBTQ Rights Research Starter Stonewall Rebellion
Women’s Rights Research Starter Seneca Falls Convention
Revolutions and Independence Research Starters Haitian Independence Philippine Revolution Iranian Revolution Apartheid
Immigration Research Starters Chinese Exclusion Act Bracero Program and Mexican Labor Program
Workers’ Rights Research Starters Molly Maguires and Pinkerton Child Labor
Environment Research Starter Creation of Earth Day
Criminal Justice Research Starter Miranda Rights
Education Research Starter Brown v. Board of Education
Healthcare Research Starter Flu of 1918