American Heritage: Historic Sites, Museums and Battlefields across the US

This museum, modeled after the townhall of Hoorn in the Netherlands, commemorates the Dutch settlement of Delaware in 1631.

Built 150 years ago, and virtually unaltered, the Zachary-Tolbert House, a rare example of Greek Revival-style architecture, serves as a monument to the pioneer settlers of Cashiers Valley.

Built by its inmates in 1876, this historic prison in the desert operated for 33 years, incarcerating 3,069 prisoners, including 29 women.

Originally built in 1901 and extensively remodeled by George Maher in 1907, this house has been restored to reflect the time period of 1915.

This museum tells the history and development of Wyoming, from its dinosaurs to its role in America’s westward expansion.

This site of the 1982 World's Fair is landscaped with waterfalls and other natural scenes.

The purpose of the society is to acquire and preserve historical knowledge and materials of Woodstock, Connecticut.

Woodburn has served as the official residence of the Governor of Delaware since it was purchased by the state in 1965.

San Antonio's museum of South Texas history, culture, and natural science allows visitors to experience a spectrum of local heritage.

Photographs and historical artifacts showcase the cultural legacy of Orange County in the Winter Park Historical Museum, located in the historic Winter Park Farmer's Market.

This research and educational facility is dedicated to the preservation of the history of Orange County.

The society was founded in 1935 as a nonprofit educational institution dedicated to the collection, preservation, exhibition and interpretation of materials that document the human history of Winona County.

The Window on the Plains Museum houses extensive displays centered around farming and ranching, industry, business, family and wildlife on the plains of Texas.

Through its historic house museums and extensive collections, educational programs, and historic preservation activities, the society strives to bring Wilton’s past to life for both children and adults and to preserve the town’s heritage for future generations.

Housed in the 1902 Wilkes County Courthouse, the museum collects artifacts and images of the region's early settlement, medicine, military history, moonshine, and early stock-car racing.

On the site of the 1847 Whitman 'Massacre,' today stands a reminder of those lost and of the cultural and religious insensitivity that characterized early European and Native American interactions.

Mason County's past comes alive in this recreated village full of local history and artifacts.

The Whalehead club stands majestically on the shores of Currituck Sound and has withstood hurricanes and northeasters, witnessed a series of owners, and entertained hundreds of visitors.

Situated in the New Jersey Highlands, the museum presents an eclectic view of the Township's history through permanent and changing exhibits of artifacts, documents, photographs, books, and videos.

The West Bay Common School Museum allows visitors to interactively experience what school and life were like in 19th century Texas.

Offering comfort and hospitality to travelers along the Boston Post Road since 1716, Wayside Inn is the oldest operating Inn in the country, with a rich history that includes Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Henry Ford.

Comprised of eight buildings on a compact site, the museum is a unique repository of Wayne County and Richmond history from early pioneer life through the industrial revolution into modern times.

This historic home hosts the Kentucky Life Museum which displays Kentucky relics, artifacts and objects that portray aspects of Kentucky life.

This historic home, built in the late 18th century, offers self-guided tours and a research library.

The society was founded in 1959 and focuses on preserving Washington, Missouri's history.

The main structure of the Miller House, which serves as the Washington County Historical Society headquarters, was built for prominent young attorney William Prince, who got the house in 1823.

This museum contains a repository of treasured mementos and priceless artifacts from Warrick County history, assembled and exhibited for the pleasure and education of visitors.

This museum is dedicated to the life of Walt Disney and his upbringing in the small town of Marceline, Missouri.

This museum records the history of Idaho's rich silver mining region.

This museum strives to collect, preserve, document and display aural, visual, and physical artifacts which tell the history of life in Wabash County.

The Lakota Family Camp displays many of the artifacts made in the early 20th century in the Lower Brule Reservation and given to the museum by the family of Father David Clark, an Episcopalian minister to the Sioux. In addition, see the 8 foot by 10 foot shanty built in 1882 by a Norwegian ship builder to house his 9 person family. Also stop by the restored 1912 Moline Dreadnought ’35’ in the “Time to Remember” in Heritage Hall, a hall dedicated to early pioneer life.

The 48-acre site remains Seattle's most intensively used park, welcoming those interested in flora, fine arts, recreation or simply a quiet break from a busy city.

Built in 1905 by Cotton Brothers and Company, the current Virginia Street Bridge is the oldest one functioning in Reno, and one of the first reinforced concrete bridges in Nevada.

This multimedia exhibit, which represents Vermont's history from 1600 to the present, fills 5,000 square feet in the Pavilion building in Montpelier.

Built in 1786 by Uriah Van Riper for his bride Maria (Polly) Berdan, this New Jersey Dutch colonial house offers a rare walk back in time.

This museum is a premier site for understanding Alaska's natural and human history, but also for exploring the history of the Norther region and engaging in cutting edge research.

In addition to preserving local history, the society's efforts have included restoration and documentation of the Osborn Family Burial Ground and the establishment of the 9/11 memorial garden.

The society was established as a non-profit organization open to all persons interested in history and heritage of Union County, Georgia.

Take a trip from Tunica's past to present inside this county museum.

The Tularosa Basin Historical Society Museum gathers artifacts and histories of Tularosa Basin. A rare 47-star American Flag is on display.

The museum at Ellarslie Mansion, an Italianate villa built in 1848, houses a fine collection of art and artifacts related to Trenton's historical and cultural past and present.

Operated by the Buffalo County Historical Society, the museum contains county records and artifacts relating to the history of transportation routes, including the Mormon Trail, Union Pacific Railroad, Lincoln Highway, and Interstate 80.

In addition to housing archives, the society prepares displays, exhibits, and published works that encourage understanding of local history.

See a bit of the Old West, examine fossils close up, or puzzle over the mystery object, the “Iron Hands,” all at the Timber Lake and Area Museum.

The TCPM serves as the steward for Tillamook County's rich heritage.

Three Rivers Museum is dedicated to preserving the multi-ethnic history and heritage of the American frontier in the Three Rivers area in Eastern Oklahoma where the Arkansas, Grand and Verdigris Rivers meet.

Formed in 1968, the society records the history of agriculture, industry, and commerce in the town.

The Old Post Office, built between 1892 and 1899, is home to the Bells of Congress, which were gifted to the U.S. from England on the nation's bicentennial.

The Olde Towne Preservation Association preserves the heritage and character of North Augusta and to pass the history onto present-day visitors in this living history park.

Founded in 1972, the museum is a center where the community comes together to celebrate Tempe’s past and ponder the future.

In addition to being a noted member of the "Hoosier Group" of American Impressionist painters, Theodore Clement Steele was an artist of international reputation who in 1907 built "The House of the Singing Winds" atop a hill in Brown County, Indiana.

The Swarthout Museum features changing exhibits about the history of La Crosse County.

The Museum was founded in 1987 as a community resource for preserving and celebrating the uniqueness of Swanzey and the surrounding region.

This center features a wide range of exhibits, events and programs designed for visitors interested in celebrating the culture of a historic town where the past is preserved and the future is embraced.

The society was established on September 18, 1886, to preserve the history of Sullivan County for the enlightenment of future generations.

The museum is an exciting, hands-on, welcoming place to play, learn, and dream; a place to pretend, wonder, and explore; a place to discover the past and imagine the future; and a place to rekindle memories and make new ones.

This 1852 doctor's office turned museum tracks the changes in medicine during the life of Dr. Edward Stonestreet.

The Stone Fort Museum explores the pre-history and history of East Texas prior to 1900.