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Middle School Founding of a Nation Program

Experience all that American history has to offer on this exclusive program up and down the East Coast.

Middle school students posing with a statue of George Washington at Mount Vernon Shadow

See history come to life through visits to America’s most notable cities!  

Offered only once a year, this program provides a unique chance for students to discover American history first-hand with new friends from across the country! Explore Williamsburg, Mt. Vernon, Alexandria, Gettysburg, and Philadelphia on this jam-packed, fun-filled journey to better understand the evolution of American democracy. On Close Up’s 5-day/4-night Founding of a Nation Program, students have the opportunity to:

  • Debate and discuss the life and legacy of the Father of Our Country through an inside look at his mansion;
  • Learn more about American history through exploration of the birthplace of our nation;
  • Walk through the Battle of Gettysburg and learn more about the turning point in the Civil War with a Gettysburg Park Ranger; and
  • Discover Colonial Williamsburg through a guided study visit led by Williamsburg’s own historical interpreters!

EXPLORE ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS

 

Washington, DC

Watch history come to life with this ultimate, hands-on DC experience!

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Washington, DC & New York City

Explore the inspiring landmarks, monuments, and memorials in these two iconic cities!

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Create Your Own Program

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in DC and other historic sites on the East Coast with this fully-customizable program.

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Washington, DC & Philadelphia

Journey through American history by exploring these significant U.S. cities.

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Washington, DC & Williamsburg

Discuss the evolution of American democracy with visits to two of our nation’s most historic cities.

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Washington, DC & Gettysburg

Experience American history up close with visits to the nation’s capital and this Civil War battlefield.

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Founding of a Nation Program

Explore American history in-depth with this journey through the East Coast’s most notable cities.

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New Americans Program

Discover our nation’s diverse heritage on this DC program geared to immigrant and migrant students.

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Premier Election Series & Inauguration

Experience the excitement of the next Presidential Election and Inauguration first-hand in Washington, DC!

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Close Up is a positive experience for students…

seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.

— Sheilagh, Educator, California ”
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Close Up was the GREATEST experience of my life!..

It has inspired me to become a political leader in this great country. I have not only gained an even greater expansion of knowledge in the area of politics, but I have also gained lifelong friends.

— Andrew, Student, Oregon ”
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Close Up brought me CLOSER to politics…

the entire notion no longer seemed obscure. I became very involved in politics on the local and national level.

— Margaret, Student, New York ”
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I’m all pumped up from the program! …

I plan to speak to everyone about the experience for students here. The curricular component has been rigorous and productive.

— Diana, Educator, Texas ”
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