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First Amendment Rights

Our First Amendment Rights are the freedoms that are guaranteed to us in the United States Constitution. Basically, they are actions that we should always be allowed to take, as long as it’s safe. There are 5 First Amendment Rights: Freedom of Speech, Freedom of Religion, Freedom of Press, Freedom of Assembly, and Freedom of Petition.

If you want to #LiveLikeAHero, you’ll need to learn about your First Amendment Rights! Think of them as your superpowers: they help you to take action so that everyone can have liberty! But remember, with great power comes great responsibility. So, complete the activities below to learn how to use your First Amendment superpowers responsibly!


First Amendment Rights: Have You Ever…?

 

Exercising My Five Freedoms

What’s Responsible?

If you enjoyed these activities, learn more about our Young Heroes Outreach Program here.
If you’re a teacher, learn how you can apply to partner with YHOP to support Young Heroes at your own school!

 

 

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NLM reopens with a brand new exhibition focusing on freedom

NLM's newest exhibition explores what freedom means through a diverse collection of work from more than 50 Philadelphia artists. The Opening Weekend is October 16-18, 10AM-7PM.

Learn more and purchase your time tickets now.

NLM honors 14 inspiring students from across the country

The National Liberty Museum celebrated its 20th annual TD Bank Young Heroes Awards with a Virtual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 12. The ceremony honored 14 inspiring students, ages 18 and younger, who identified an area where liberty was lacking and took action to make positive change in their local schools or communities.

Learn about these amazing young people here.

VIRTUAL NLM@Night

Although the National Liberty Museum is now open, we will continue to offer varied and engaging digital experiences for those of you who are not quite ready to return to the Museum in person. Our Virtual NLM@Night series offers fun, engaging, and informative entertainment on the subject of liberty to adult audiences.

Click here to learn about upcoming events.

Do you know a first-responder who deserves special recognition?

We are now accepting nominations for the 2020 Awards of Valor presented by YOUR LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALERS. This Award honors police officers, firefighters, EMTs and other emergency responders for extraordinary acts of courage, empathy, and meritorious community service. To learn more and submit a nomination, please click here.

Chevrolet supports first responders. Learn more.

Do you know a Healthcare Professional who deserves special recognition?

We are now accepting nominations for our 2020 Healthcare Heroes Award presented by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Awarded in four categories, Healthcare Heroes recognizes professionals in healthcare research and treatment whose accomplishments have had a profound impact on others.

This year we are expanding the Community Hero Award category by including all those who participated in helping others in regard to the treatment of COVID-19. Learn more and nominate someone by clicking here.