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The 1619 Project, inaugurated with a special issue of The New York Times Magazine, challenges us to reframe U.S. history by marking the year when the first enslaved Africans arrived on Virginia soil as our nation's foundational date. Here you will find reading guides, activities, and other resources to bring The 1619 Project into your classroom; opportunities to partner on this education initiative; and the latest updates on education resources and programs related to 1619.

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Curriculum

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Partnerships

1619 Project Updates

Announcing "The 1619 Project" Education Network

Learn about The 1619 Project Education Network, a new initiative to connect and support education professionals who plan to share The 1619 Project with students.

The 1619 Project Sparks Dialogue and Reflection in Schools Nationwide

Educators nationwide are using discussion, writing, visual art and more to connect The 1619 Project from The New York Times Magazine to students.

Educators Share Resources and Insights from The 1619 Project in the Classroom

Educators reflect on using The 1619 Project in the classroom throughout the 2019-2020 school year, and share activities they used in their classrooms.

The 1619 Project Professional Development Available On Demand

Educators across the country attended a webinar introducing The 1619 Project and exploring the accompanying curricular resources; it is now available on demand.

The 1619 Project Wins Two 2020 Ellie Awards

The 1619 Project of The New York Times Magazine, an in-depth study led by Nikole Hannah-Jones, was awarded two 2020 Ellie Awards.

The 1619 Project Wins ICP Infinity Award, Featured in Interactive Presentation

The 1619 Project was awarded the 2020 International Center of Photography (ICP) Infinity Award for Online Platform and New Media.

Nikole Hannah-Jones Wins Pulitzer Prize for 1619 Project

Pulitzer Center partner honored for groundbreaking exploration of the legacy of enslaved people on American democracy.

On Tour With Nikole Hannah-Jones, in Chicago and North Carolina

Deep engagement at schools, colleges and prisons in Chicago and North Carolina, inspired by the lead writer on The New York Times Magazine's 1619 Project.

Nikole Hannah-Jones at the University of Chicago

The Pulitzer Center and the University of Chicago welcome award-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones for a conversation on The 1619 Project.

Media Coverage of 'The 1619 Project'

We highlight significant coverage of the project in this post.

The New York Times Magazine Presents 'The 1619 Project' Onstage

“What if I told you that the year 1619 is as important to the American story as the year 1776?"

Pulitzer Center Named Education Partner for The New York Times Magazine’s ‘The 1619 Project’

The Pulitzer Center is partnering with The New York Times Magazine's landmark "1619 Project" on curriculum and outreach.