Rosie the Riveter / WWII Home Front National Historical Park [CA]

Description

The Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park presents the United States domestic (as opposed to foreign) response to World War II. The 1944 SS Red Oak Victory is partially accessible.

The park offers a self-guided city audio tour, intended for use during automobile tours. The website offers an online exhibit and more than 75 transcribed oral histories from the home front.

The site is in initial development, and is not yet fully accessible. The temporary visitor's center is closed as the administrative offices are being relocated.

Ninety Six National Historic Site [SC]

Description

The Ninety Six National Historic Site preserves the original 1781 Star Fort and the field of two Revolutionary War battles.

The location offers tours of a variety of fully restored structures, as well as the reconstructed Stockade Fort and siege trenches and the Black Swan Tavern. The location also features a variety of programs throughout the year, including interpretive history events and demonstrations. The website offers a brief history of the location as well as visitor information, an events calendar, and resources for teachers including field trip information. In order to contact the website via email, use the "contact us" link located on the left side of the webpage.

World War II Memorial [DC]

Description

The World War II Memorial is located on the Mall in Washington, DC. The memorial commemorates the contributions of all 50 states and of the American soldiers who fought in the war.

The location is open for tours year-round, and the National Park Service offers daily tours. The website offers access to the World War II Registry, information regarding upcoming events, a brief history of the monument, and visitor information.

Saratoga National Historical Park [NY]

Description

It was in Saratoga that in 1777 American forces forced a major British army to surrender. The victory secured foreign recognition and support that enabled the American forces to win the war. In addition to the battlefield, the park is host to the Schuyler House, the home of American General Philip Schuyler, and the Saratoga Monument, a 155-foot obelisk commentating the Battle of Saratoga.

The park offers walking tours, a visitor center, and tours of the Shuyler House. The website offers detailed historical information, visitor information, and a calendar of events. In order to contact the site via email, use the "contact us" link located on the left side of the webpage.

Yorktown Battlefield [VA]

Description

Yorktown Battlefield is notable for being the location of the British surrender during the Revolutionary War. The park hosts a variety of special events throughout the year commemorating the battle, as well as tours of the battlefield and town. Colonial Williamsburg and historic Jamestown are also located only minutes away from Yorktown.

The park offers ranger-led tours, as well as a variety of programs including the Young Soldiers Program, where kids join a costumed interpreter to learn about life as a soldier, and artillery demonstrations. The website offers a detailed history of the park, as well as visitor information, and an events calendar. In order to contact the park via email, use the "email us" link located on the left side of the webpage.

Franklin Delano Roosevelt National Memorial [DC]

Description

As President, Franklin D. Roosevelt led the United States through the trying times of the Great Depression and World War II. The Memorial serves as an enduring tribute to Roosevelt's presidency.

The memorial hosts special events throughout the year. The website offers historical information about Roosevelt and his presidency, a calendar of events, and general visitor information.

Castle Clinton National Monument [NY]

Description

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan Island, Castle Clinton represents not only the growth of New York City, but the growth of a nation. First intended to keep out a British invasion in 1812, the Castle has transformed over the years to welcome theater goers, immigrants, sightseers and now millions of visitors to New York Harbor.

Castle Clinton offers visitors living history exhibits, general museum style exhibits, and a variety of events. The website offers a history of the location and an online field trip planner.

Pecos National Historical Park [NM]

Description

Pecos National Historical Park "preserves 12,000 years of history including the ancient pueblo of Pecos, Colonial Missions, Santa Fe Trail sites, 20th century ranch history of Forked Lightning Ranch, and the site of the Civil War Battle of Glorieta Pass. For several centuries the Upper Pecos Valley has been one of those rare places where the impact of geography on human experience is strikingly clear." The park is full of history, ranging from early American Indians to the Civil War in the west and Spanish settlement.

The park offers a 10-minute introductory film, exhibits in English and Spanish, guided tours, a one-mile trail, summer demonstrations, and Junior Ranger activities. Two weeks advance notice is required for all guided tours. The website offers detailed historical information regarding the park, as well as general visitor information. In order to contact the park via email, use the "contact us" link located on the left side of the webpage.

Wilson's Creek National Battlefield [MO]

Description

"Wilson's Creek was the first major Civil War battle fought west of the Mississippi River, and the scene of the death of Nathaniel Lyon, the first Union general killed in combat." The battlefield is in much the same condition as it was in 1861. In addition to the battlefield, visitors can explore the Wilson's Creek Civil War Museum, which holds an outstanding collection of artifacts relevant to the portion of the civil war fought west of the Mississippi River.

The battlefield offers trails, a 29-minute introductory film, exhibits, library access, and Junior Ranger activities. The site offers historical information regarding the battle and civil war, visitor information, a listing of exhibits and notable artifacts in the museum, and an events calendar. In order to contact the battlefield via email, use the "contact us" link located on the left side of the webpage.

Fort Necessity National Battlefield [PA]

Description

The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening battle of the French and Indian war. The Fort Necessity National Battlefield features a restored Fort Necessity. Trained historical interpreters show visitors what life was like in the mid 18th century and how the battle at Fort Necessity was fought. The National Park Service offers curriculum based classroom educational programs as well as field trips and guided tours of the site.

The site offers visitor information, historical information, information regarding the educational programs offered by the park, an online bookstore, and an events calendar. In order to email the park, use the "contact us" link located on the left side of the webpage.