Institute Resources
In addition to its exhibits and public programs, a variety of resources are available to assist different audiences in learning more about the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate and its work. Resources are available for Educators, Students, Scholars and Researchers, and the Press.
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Public Programs
2020 MAAH Stone Book Award
Join the Museum of African American History, the James M. and Cathleen D. Stone Foundation, and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate for the 2020 MAAH Stone Book Award Virtual Event. Now in its third year, the Award is an annual prize that encourages scholarship and writing within the field of African American history and culture by awarding a $25,000 prize and two $5,000 finalist prizes for exceptional adult non-fiction books written in a literary style. -
Press Kits
About Dr. Mary Grant, Incoming President of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute
Dr. Mary K. Grant, current chancellor of UNC Asheville, was selected in September 2017 as the new president of the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate and will begin leading the organization in January 2018. -
Oral History
A. Clayton Spencer Oral History
Copyright 2016 the Miller Center Foundation and the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate.
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Public Programs
A conversation with author Maurice Fitzpatrick on "John Hume in America: From Derry to D.C."
Author and filmmaker Maurice Fitzpatrick will discuss his seminal book, "John Hume in America: From Derry to D.C.". A book signing will follow. -
Public Programs
A Conversation with Historian & Author Harlow Giles Unger on his biography, Henry Clay: America’s Greatest Statesman
Historian Harlow Giles Unger spoke about his newly released book, Henry Clay: America’s Greatest Statesman. Henry Clay was a Kentucky lawyer, congressman, senator, secretary of state, and four-time presidential candidate, Clay was the youngest congressman ever elected Speaker of the House, and he produced historic compromises that postponed civil war for fifty years. Unger compared the Congress of Clay's days with today's legislative body. -
Public Programs
Across the Aisle | A bipartisan conversation on the Opioid Epidemic
The Across the Aisle series brings together government leaders from different political parties who are collaborating on a common cause
The Institute hosted a panel discussion featuring Governor Charlie Baker (R-MA) and Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) on bipartisan efforts to combat the opioid epidemic in Massachusetts. -
Public Programs
Across the Aisle | A Conversation on our Nation's Opioid Epidemic
Featuring Senator Rob Portman (R-OH), Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH)
Senator Rob Portman (R-OH), Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), and Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) will come together for an Across the Aisle conversation on the national opioid epidemic. -
Public Programs
Across the Aisle: Finding Common Ground in Congress
A bipartisan panel of Members of Congress will gather at the Kennedy Institute to discuss the state of affairs in Washington, opportunities for common ground in the 116th Congress, the political challenges they face, and how to foster a vibrant civic dialogue. This program is hosted in partnership with the United States Association of Former Members of Congress. -
Public Programs
Across the Aisle Launch | A bipartisan conversation on Criminal Justice Reform
The Across the Aisle series aims to bring together government leaders from different political parties who are collaborating on a common cause
The Institute launched its second public programming series, Across the Aisle, partnering with the Coalition for Public Safety to discuss criminal justice reform.