Video: The Story of Earth Day

Part of being an active citizen is taking care of your environment, so the National Constitution Center is helping citizens celebrate Earth Day!

Students around the country can tune in online for an episode of Constitution Hall Pass called “The Story of Earth Day.” In this exciting episode from April 2012, find out about the history of the environmental movement in the United States, and the origins of the holiday we know as Earth Day. We’ll find out why protecting our environment is so important, and we’ll take a look at some easy ways you can make your life more green every day. Join us as we look at ways to create a healthier environment and check out the video below!