We use history to inform and inspire civic participation – powered by 400+ museums nationwide.
Our Mission
The United States will turn 250 in 2026, with Gen Z at the helm. But young adults are disengaged from our institutions and under-represented in our democracy. They are looking to understand "how we got here" as they shape our future.
Our network represents hundreds of history museums stepping up to serve as civic hubs for young adults. We pool our knowledge, stories and efforts to meet younger generations where they are with timely, relevant information from credible sources.
Our Goals
Made By Us brings history to younger generations in innovative and meaningful ways so they have more fuel to power the future.
01
Inform and Empower Gen Z: Content and programs that foster belonging and connection with our nation's story
02
Future-Proof Institutions: Increase knowledge, skill and capacity with training, research and collaboration
03
Build a culture of civic participation by America’s 250th anniversary through Civic Season (Juneteenth - July 4)
Our Work
Since 2019, we’ve brought civics and history to dorm rooms, dinner tables and devices.
Civic Season: Juneteenth - July 4
Uniting our oldest and newest federal holidays, Civic Season is an annual tradition for learning history and civic upskilling, featuring events, celebrations and conversations.
Slice of History Pizza Parties
With Pizza to the Polls, local, social gatherings to learn something new and meet others over pizza.
Youth250
Intergenerational workshops, a toolkit, and a nationwide Youth Advisory Board to inform how the U.S. commemorates 250 years, in 2026.
My Wish For U.S.
Explore 2,500 visions for America's future, shared from people nationwide in 2020-2021.
About Us
By The Numbers
The number of new eligible voters turning 18 each year in the U.S.
4M
Americans
We serve young adults – our country's future inheritors, the "founders" of tomorrow.
18-30
Years Old
The number of new eligible voters turning 18 each year in the U.S.
4M
Americans
We serve young adults – our country's future inheritors, the "founders" of tomorrow.
18-30
Years Old
The number of new eligible voters turning 18 each year in the U.S.
4M
Americans
We serve young adults – our country's future inheritors, the "founders" of tomorrow.
18-30
Years Old
“The youth of our nation are the heirs of our democracy and have in them the power to shape and strengthen it.”
Anthea Hartig, Elizabeth MacMillan Director, Smithsonian National Museum of American History
“Made By Us is paving a new path for how we understand and interact with history. Through organizing and emboldening voices of youth, and partnering with cultural and historical centers, they are making sure that we are a part of the conversation.”
Jasmine Lewis, Artist, Student, Storyteller
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