Go See Benjamin Harrison in Indy
Benjamin Harrison. The president bookended by Cleveland’s two terms. The grandson of William Henry. The last bearded president. He’s more often an answer to a trivia question than a featured…
Tournament of Presidents
College Basketball, Andrew Jackson. When March comes around each year, it’s time for college basketball and Andrew Jackson’s birthday. Born March 15, 1767, Andrew Jackson grew up in rural poverty…
Presidents Day Party
Let’s celebrate Presidents Day together. Here at Periodic Presidents we are gearing up for a fun-filled Presidents Day. We will be sharing games and activities all month long. Check us out…
Which presidents were vice presidents?
Veep to Prez A historical collaboration between Periodic Presidents and History First. We love History First. Be sure to check out their website and follow them on Twitter. Written by…
Women in Congress, A Visual History
The 116th Congress is historically significant. More women than ever joined Congress. In fact, women make up nearly one-quarter of the newest Congress. Our latest poster presents a visual history…
Happy Birthday, Bill of Rights!
In 1789, James Madison fought to include a bill of rights in the U.S. Constitution. Ten of his twelve proposed amendments were ratified by the states in 1791. Known as…
Which presidents have won the Nobel Prize?
Four presidents and one vice president have won the Nobel Prize.
The Gettysburg Address
Abraham Lincoln delivered his Gettysburg Address on November 19, 1863 at a ceremony dedicating the battlefield. The Battle of Gettysburg took place four months earlier, from July 1 to July…