"The Cause of All Mankind" Presented by UNO History & Political Science

Dr. Annette Gordon-Reed (Harvard University), fresh off her involvement in Ken Burns’s latest series and renowned Jefferson scholar Dr. Peter Onuf (University of Virginia).

The lecture will take place Friday, April 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at UNO's Thompson Alumni Center. Their remarks will mark the flagship event of “The Cause of All Mankind”: A Celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, a multi-day program co-hosted by UNO’s History and Political Science Departments and co-sponsored by Nebraska Public Media.

Dr. Gordon-Reed and Dr. Onuf will discuss their forthcoming publications—one exploring Jefferson’s complex legacy on race, and the other examining Jefferson’s vision of grassroots democracy. Their remarks will be followed by a short Q&A session.

Don’t miss this exciting opportunity! Our free, public event delivers rich insights for everyone—from history buffs to students to seasoned professionals. Register now!

Free parking is available after 5:00PM in UNO's lot X or in the overflow lot across Dodge St. in First Christian Church's parking lot.

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