Opposite Arrows

Traveling Exhibition鈥擫earn What Shapes Immigration History and Policy

Five key moments emerge as turning points in U.S. immigration policy: 1790, 1882, 1924, 1948, and 1965. This exhibit explores the impact of these turning points and the factors that influenced them, from global conflicts and economic conditions to cultural trends and social aspirations.

Created alongside the exhibition, the  draws on testimony gathered through the Legacy Series as well as ongoing interviews with people who have first or second-hand experiences of immigration. For more information on how you can contribute to Immigrant Stories, please contact director Dr. Andrea Miskewicz by email amiskewi@kennesaw.edu or by phone at 470-578-2083.

Exhibit Supplements

Audio Guide

 

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Digital Exhibition

Visit this digital exhibit to explore visitors鈥� ideas about American identity and immigrant heritage, mapped to the places around the world where they trace their families鈥� origins. Share your own stories through our , and our curator will add them to the map!

Immigration and World History Timeline

Explore this examining immigration throughout history across the globe, or download our classroom version.

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