🎉 Congratulations to Trevor Dyches of John Adams College! ✒️ We’re proud to share that Trevor Dyches has won Best Feature in the Collegiate Network Student Journalism Awards for his article “Keeping Up With Mr. Jones,” published in the inaugural issue of The Rostra. Judges

Did you know that Charles Francis Adams, grandson of John Adams, helped preserve the Adams family papers? His efforts ensured that thousands of letters and journals survived for historians to study today. Without him, much of our understanding of the early republic might have

As Secretary of State under President James Monroe, John Quincy Adams helped shape one of the most enduring policies in U.S. history — the Monroe Doctrine. His vision ensured that the Western Hemisphere would remain independent from European influence. This partnership reflected

On December 3, 1775, John Adams wrote to Abigail with a rare blend of affection and exhaustion. Surrounded by nonstop committee work in Philadelphia, he confessed that the happiest moments of his day were the few he could steal away to write to her. Though bound by duty and honor

Did you know Abigail Adams made her own soap, candles, and textiles while running the family farm during the war? She balanced domestic life with political awareness, writing letters that influenced the course of events abroad. Her resourcefulness symbolized the spirit that built

🗓️ December 5, 1797 — John Quincy Adams Appointed U.S. Ambassador to Prussia On this day in 1797, President George Washington appointed John Quincy Adams as U.S. Ambassador to Prussia — one of several distinguished diplomatic posts he held before becoming the nation’s sixth

“We have too many high-sounding words, and too few actions that correspond with them.’ – Abigail Adams. Her wisdom cuts across centuries, reminding us that integrity is measured by what we do, not what we say. The strength of our constitutional republic depends on citizens who

SAY WHAT⁉️ “If the Member from Massachusetts had not been an old man, protected by the imbecility of age, he would not have enjoyed, as long as he has, the mercy of my mere words.” - Henry Wise on Rep. John Quincy Adams 🇺🇸 persistently bringing up abolition in Congress #POTUS 😬

This 1804 diary entry from John Quincy Adams describes a quiet walk through the fields near Quincy. Even in moments of solitude, his reflections turned toward the future of the republic his family helped shape. The Adams writings reveal that reflection and service often grew side

John Adams and Benjamin Franklin served together on diplomatic missions in France during the Revolution — two strong personalities who often clashed, yet ultimately worked toward the same goal. Their partnership helped secure crucial alliances and support that kept the American

Big news! The House has passed the Adams Memorial–Great American Heroes Act (H.R. 2306), a major step forward for establishing a national memorial honoring the Adams family. The legislation designates the memorial’s future location in President’s Park, just south of the White

Did you know that John Adams kept an extensive diary from his early adulthood through his presidency, often recording his thoughts on ethics, leadership, and the responsibilities of free citizens? His reflections give us a remarkable window into the ideals that guided him. These

‘Let us tenderly and kindly cherish…the means of knowledge. Let us dare to read, think, speak, and write.’ – John Adams. He believed that preserving a constitutional republic required citizens who actively sought truth and understanding. As we begin a new week, his words remind

🗓️ December 16, 1773 — The Boston Tea Party On this night in 1773, Boston Harbor became a symbol of defiance. American colonists, protesting the Tea Act, boarded ships and cast chests of British tea into the water — a bold stand against taxation without representation. While

John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson represented two dramatically different visions for the nation, yet their rivalry helped define a pivotal era in American politics. Adams emphasized experience, diplomacy, and national development, while Jackson championed populist energy.

Did you know Louisa Catherine Adams — wife of John Quincy Adams — traveled over 2,000 miles across Europe in 1815 with only her young son for company? The journey took 40 days through snow, illness, and wartime uncertainty. Her courage stunned diplomats and impressed even

The Commemorative Works Act ensures that memorials built in Washington, D.C. honor figures whose contributions shaped the nation in lasting ways. The Adams Memorial is being created under this standard — a testament to the enduring impact of the Adams family’s service. From

Abigail's words speak to the heart of the Adams family’s belief in personal responsibility and lifelong learning. Education, she argued, was essential not only for personal growth but for sustaining the strength of our constitutional republic. As we start the week, her reminder

We’re thrilled to share major momentum on behalf of the Adams Memorial! A new CBN News article highlights the growing national support to build a memorial honoring the Adams family ahead of America’s 250th anniversary - and features Adams Memorial Foundation President Jackie

Before the Revolution, John Adams wrote a series of essays known as the Novanglus Letters, defending colonial legal rights and arguing against arbitrary power. These writings reveal the careful legal reasoning that shaped his later leadership. They also show how deeply he