The Jefferson Desk and the Declaration of Independence

Smithsonian National Museum of American History
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Smithsonian National Museum of American History
Resource Type
Classroom Material
Subjects
History
Grade Levels
Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
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The Jefferson Desk and the Declaration of Independence

This object-based learning activity revolves around the desk on which Thomas Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independence. Students will learn how the Jefferson desk can help them understand the meaning of the Declaration, both at the time that it was written as well as to future generations. A…
Author
Smithsonian's History Explorer
Publisher
Smithsonian National Museum of American History

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