A President's Vision
The Happy Effects of That Grand Systom of Shutting Ports against the English!!, 1808, Cruikshank. Library of Congress Prints and Photographs Division.
"A rising nation, spread over a wide and fruitful land, traversing all the seas with the rich productions of their industry…advancing rapidly to destinies beyond the reach of mortal eye..." — Thomas Jefferson, First Inaugural Address, March 4, 1801
Exhibition
A President’s Vision features six poster panels, each examining a single U.S. president’s aspirations and illustrating the programs and initiatives that advanced his vision. A corresponding online resource center contains a rich set of teaching materials to supplement the use of the poster series. Featured U.S. presidents:
- George Washington
- Thomas Jefferson
- Abraham Lincoln
- Theodore Roosevelt
- Franklin D. Roosevelt
- Lyndon B. Johnson
Additional online resources include a rich set of curriculum materials and primary sources from the National Archives, the Library of Congress, the Amon Carter Museum of American Art, and other repositories, all of which help viewers see each presidency within the broader context of U.S. history.
A President's Vision is an exhibition created by Humanities Texas, the state affilitate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
A President's Vision is made possible in part by a We the People grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Exhibition Format
| Freestanding (Copy 0) | |
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| Language | English |
| Content | 6 panels 7 support legs |
| Space Requirements | 100 square feet of floor space (10' x 10') |
| Shipping Weight and Dimensions | Travels in 1 case:
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| Rental Fee* | $400* |
| Rental Period | 4 weeks |
| Wall-hanging (Copy 1) | |
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| Language | English |
| Content | 7 panels (47" X 26") |
| Space Requirements | 35 linear feet of wall space |
| Shipping Weight and Dimensions | Travels in 1 wooden crate:
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| Rental Fee* | $350* |
| Rental Period | 6 weeks |
Publicity Materials*Rental fees are based primarily on the cost of shipping. Prices may vary based on current fuel surcharges or venue location within the state of Texas. Out-of-state rentals are priced on an individual basis. Please call for a rental fee quote specific to your venue.
Publicity Materials
Press release
A President’s Vision press release
Publicity image
A publicity image is available for promoting this exhibition at your venue. Please contact the exhibitions coordinator to request an electronic file of this image. Please allow 2-3 business days for the exhibitions coordinator to process your request.
Humanities Texas logos
Venues may request a CD with the Humanities Texas logo in a number of electronic file formats for use when developing print and online promotional materials. Logo files are also available for download on the logo page.
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2021-2022 Bookings
All upcoming dates available. Please submit an online rental form to book or receive a quote.