Help preserve and unlock records documenting the lives of formerly enslaved individuals during American Reconstruction—supporting research, education, and public access to America’s history.
**All you need is curiosity.**
Featured Project: [Freedmen’s Bureau Records at the Smithsonian Transcription Center](https://scistarter.org/smithsonian-transcription-center)
During this virtual event, you will be looking through and transcribing the historical Freedmen's Bureau Papers.
Hear from the project experts from the Smithsonian Institution, ask questions, and discover how your participation supports important research AND counts towards a goal of 2.50 Million Acts of Science this April (Citizen Science Month!).
Register for this free event if you plan to:
- Join from home
- Host a local gathering to livestream the event
- Support participation as an Ambassador or facilitator
- Receive a recording via email after the event
This event is part of the [_Acts of Science: Connected_](http://SciStarter.org/connected) signature series for Citizen Science Month 2026. No experience or special equipment required. All you need is a computer, tablet, or smartphone with Wi-Fi and curiosity! Recommended for ages 13+.
Libraries, Museums, and Schools: Host an in-person watch-and-do party! Find everything you need at https://pages.scistarter.org/connected-facilitators
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