Upcoming events
May 15
Home Rule and the Fight for DC Statehood Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
WHEN
- Saturday, May 15, 2021
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
WHERE
- VIRTUAL EVENT
The struggle for Home Rule and representation in Congress is a central part of the story of Washington, D.C. Join the DC History Center and Wikimedia DC for a virtual editathon to enhance Wikipedia entries relating to key figures and organizations critical to the history of Home Rule and the fight for DC Statehood.
Anyone and everyone interested in learning how to edit Wikipedia, regardless of experience or background, is welcome to virtually attend. Wikimedia DC will provide training for new editors during the first hour. Experienced editors can start editing right away. All attendees will learn about citable secondary sources that can used to create and enhance entries relating to Home Rule and DC Statehood on the world's largest reference website.
Participation instructions and the Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event.
This educational program is supported by a grant from the Office of the Secretary of the District of Columbia.
May 31
100 DC Women editing contest
WHEN
- Monday, May 31, 2021
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WHERE
- VIRTUAL EVENT
Join us in our attempt to add 100 articles about women in the greater DC area to Wikipedia to celebrate WMDC's 10th anniversary. The contest lasts the entire month of May. Use the hashtag #100DCWomen to post your contributions on social media. Learn more »
