Walk in the footsteps of our historic leaders.
Close Up’s Washington, DC and Williamsburg Program option gives students the best of both worlds: four action-packed days in the nation’s capital, plus one day in Colonial Williamsburg! In DC students get to witness democracy first-hand, and while in Colonial Williamsburg they examine how the colonists shaped American ideas about rights, democracy, and limited government. Guided by our highly-trained instructors, students have the opportunity to:
Participation in a Close Up program requires parent or guardian approval for any participants under 18 years of age.
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Watch history come to life with this ultimate, hands-on DC experience!
Learn More >Explore the inspiring landmarks, monuments, and memorials in these two iconic cities!
Learn More >Enjoy a one-of-a-kind experience in DC and other historic sites on the East Coast with this fully-customizable program.
Learn More >Journey through American history by exploring these significant U.S. cities.
Learn More >Discuss the evolution of American democracy with visits to two of our nation’s most historic cities.
Learn More >Experience American history up close with visits to the nation’s capital and this Civil War battlefield.
Learn More >Explore American history in-depth with this journey through the East Coast’s most notable cities.
Learn More >Discover our nation’s diverse heritage on this DC program geared to immigrant and migrant students.
Learn More >Start a local program focused on state and local history in your area!
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and use this as a part of my school’s requirement that students take action on issues of local, national, and international importance.
Close Up made me realize how SIGNIFICANT my thoughts and views are…
Although everyone will not always agree, everyone has a voice and needs to be heard.
Close Up is a positive experience for students…
seeing themselves as having the power to influence the democratic process.
As a government teacher, it’s nice to have more resources…
for teaching media literacy and having students critically think about the information they receive.