Education

The Adams Presidential Center is at its core an educational institution. We will be creating opportunities for students, teachers, scholars, and the public to develop an authentic connection to constitutional citizenship through educational and public programs. In celebration of America’s 250, the APC is launching its 2 flagship educational programs in 2026.

Emerging Leaders

Emerging Leaders Seminar

Join the inaugural class of 25 young leaders and gather June 4th thru 7th in Quincy, Massachusetts, to explore the enduring principles of leadership and citizenship through the extraordinary legacy of John Adams and his family—Americans who exemplified courage, service, and integrity in the founding of the nation.

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2026 Adams Presidential Center Teacher Institute (APCTI)

The Adams Presidential Center Teacher Institute (APCTI) is a fully funded 5-day professional development workshop designed to deepen K–12 educators’ historical knowledge, build a robust teacher community, enhance instructional methods, and ultimately foster students to be more informed citizens. The APC will cover all costs for teachers including travel, housing, meals, and site tickets for this revolutionary experience.

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Student Civics Competition

National Civics Bee: Massachusetts State Competition

The Adams Presidential Center is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee National Championship in Fall 2026.

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