As part of Liberty Amendments Month, we are asking for and sharing stories of becoming and being American. These stories are from individuals and families who were native to this country or who journeyed here, whether willingly or not, and how they came to enjoy the rights as Americans guaranteed by the Liberty Amendments.

These American Liberty Stories describe where people came from and how they got here, and/or how their American journey fits into the move from an imperfect republic to a more perfect union.

 Do you have a story to share? Submit your story anytime here.
Stories received after May 15, 2024 will be a part of the 2025 project. 

*New* 2024 Share Your Story Workshops! 

Thursday, April 25
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Vienna Community Center * Register Here 

Tuesday, April 30
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Vienna Community Center * Register Here 

The Town of Vienna and Historic Vienna, Inc. are hosting two storytelling workshops to help individuals write their family stories to submit to Our American Liberty Stories. Leave the workshop with a drafted short story (100-500 words) or an outline for a longer story with help from a workshop lead by Hannan Daqqa.

Hanan Daqqa is an independent multimedia journalist and an adjunct faculty member at George Washington University, teaching the course, "Not Another Home Movie".

Workshop is limited to 20 participants. Attend one or both workshops depending on your interest and availability. Workshops are free for attendees, advance registration is encouraged but not required. Snacks and drinks will be provided by the Vienna Business Association.

All stories submitted for the 2023 project can be viewed here. 

The 2024 American Liberty Stories project  will be displayed during Liberty Amendments Month at the Vienna Community Center, Freeman Store and Museum and local businesses. If your business is interested in displaying some or all of the 2024 stories please send us an email or call 703-255-5738. 

Our American Liberty Stories is presented by:
Town of Vienna
Historic Vienna, Inc.
Vienna Business Association.