PBS and Florentine Films is hosting THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Campus Conversation via ZOOM for college faculty and students on November 19, 2025, from 5-6 pm ET. Partnering with New York University for the in-person and livestreamed event, filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein, experts Christopher Brown and Maggie Blackhawk, and moderator Patrick J. Egan will talk about the history, the film, and its relevance today. Intended for Higher Education Faculty and Students
Description
Wednesday, November 19 at 5-6pm via Zoom
As part of the premiere week of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, PBS invites college faculty and students to an hour-long virtual discussion during which filmmakers Ken Burns and Sarah Botstein, experts Christopher Brown and Maggie Blackhawk, and moderator Patrick J. Egan will talk about the history, the film, and its relevance today.
Once registered, you’ll receive a unique, nontransferable link to attend the virtual event. Availability is limited and this event is for U.S.-based viewers only.
Panelists
- Ken Burns (Filmmaker)
- Sarah Botstein (Filmmaker)
- Maggie Blackhawk (Professor of Law, New York University)
- Christopher Brown (Professor of History, Columbia University)
Moderator
Patrick J. Egan (Professor of Politics & Public Policy, New York University)
Event in partnership with New York University, American Association for State & Local History, American Historical Association, and Council for Christian Colleges & Universities
Interested in hosting your own campus screening event for THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION? Request a screening reel and find resources including discussion guides, event planners, and more at The American Revolution Engagement Resource Center.