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Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

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Events

  • $250 – $700

    2025 Free Expression Awards

    The Anthem 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC

    The Free Expression Awards is an annual event that honors the achievements of First Amendment heroes for their courageous acts of free expression.

  • Free

    1A Fest 2025: A Celebration of Free Expression

    The Wharf - District Pier 101 District Square SW, Washington, DC, United States

    Join Freedom Forum for a free, family-friendly festival to celebrate the everyday freedoms all of us enjoy and the vital role they play in American life — all brought to you by the First Amendment.

  • “Your Rights, Your Stories, Your Chance to Learn More From the Pros”

    Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center 2800 Opryland Dr., Nashville, TN, United States

    Freedom Forum is thrilled to be hosting a featured speaker session at this year's JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention. Angele Latham, First Amendment reporter at The Tennessean, and Kevin…

  • $75 – $350

    Freely Fest 2026

    Bridgestone Arena 501 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    Freely Fest is a new music festival celebrating the power of music and the freedoms protected by the First Amendment.

  • Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference 2026

    Freedom Forum 610 Water St. SW, STE 300, Washington, DC

    Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference is an engaging, in-depth, five-day summer program for 51 high school juniors (one from each state and the District of Columbia) who “Dream. Dare. Do.”

    $250 – $700

    2026 Free Expression Awards

    The Anthem 901 Wharf Street SW, Washington, DC

    The Free Expression Awards is an annual event that honors the achievements of First Amendment heroes for their courageous acts of free expression.

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