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

The site of the first Civil War battle west of the Mississippi now contains a museum, visitor center, and displays battle re-enactments.

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

This museum recreates the daily lives of Tennessee's settlers, featuring a one-room schoolhouse and argicultural artifacts.

Over 100 historic buildings complete with artifacts and furnishings are open to the public in these restored, living history towns.

Living history at this stone manor house captures the domestic life of the Van Cortlandts, a family that rose to political prominence after the Revolutionary War.

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

The Grant National Historic Site allows visitors to step into the 19th century home life of one of the Civil War's most prominent genrals and the nation's 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.

Take a giant step back into pioneer times with a visit to Trimborn Farm in the southwestern corner of Milwaukee County.

Timberlane Farm is a working farm museum intending to preserve the 1860 to 1940 life style and farming techniques.

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.

The Fort at No. 4 Living History Museum is commited to preserving the early colonial history of the Northeastern United States and displaying the culture of the time with accuracy.

One of few surviving 17th- century frame houses in New England is now a museum of local history housing several Amistad artifacts.

The museum showcases the Savannah’s history from its founding in 1733 to the present day.

This organization nurtures creativity, preservation, and protection of the natural and historical resources of the Sautee and Nacoochee Valleys and surrounding area.

The site of a conflict over a dead pig that nearly led to war between America and Great Britain in 1859, this national park honors the memory of the armies that were able to go without violence.

This 18th-century church, located at 897 South Columbus Avenue in Mount Vernon, is one of New York's oldest parishes (1665-1980).

Living history at this 18th century farmstead reenacts Sleepy Hollow's agrarian past and the riveting yet little-known story of enslavement in the colonial north.

Overton County Heritage Museum chronicles local history with visual and interactive exhibits.

This living history site is a re-creation of the working farmsteads and settlements established by European immigrants in America's heartland.

Built before 1856, this functioning gristmill is one of the last of its kind.

Located on the Blackstone River in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Slater Mill is a museum complex dedicated to bringing one of the most exciting and significant periods of American history to life.

Located on 25 acres off the Chisholm Trail, Old Cowtown Museum is a unique, open-air living history museum which re-creates a typical Great Plains town from the latter part of the 19th century.

The barracks serves as an educational center for Colonial and American history, and stands as the last remaining structure of its kind.

Once the home to Cherokee Indians, the site has also contained several towns, a trading post and was home to two Revolutionary War battles.

Beginning with its Native American roots, the museum traces the history of the region to the turn of the twentieth century. Living history and a one-room schoolhouse are among its many features.

Run entirely by student volunteers, this unique museum contains artifacts from the history of Scott County.

Mount Independence combines scenic hiking trails with rich history. Visitors can view the ruins of the old fort which in 1776 housed one of the largest communities in North America.

The Battle at Moores Creek took place on February 27, 1776 and was an epic ending to British rule in the North Carolina colony.

The MonDak Heritage Center is considered one of the finest facilities of its kind in the state of Montana and is the focal point of cultural activities in Richland County.

The society recreates life in a 19th century village with a restored one-room schoolhouse, a general store, and more.

The Civil War’s largest cavalry battle comes alive on this historic battlefield.

Mid-Continent is an outdoor living history museum and operating railroad recreating, preserving, and interpreting the small town/shortline way of life from the "Golden Age of Railroading" spanning the years 1880 to 1916.

This reconsctruction of a frontier fort features historical reenactments of civilian and military life.

The society exists to collect and preserve historical and genealogical records, property, and artifacts, and to encourage and support interest in and study of the history of Lovell.

For more than 30 years, the Littleton Historical Museum has served as the primary repository for the history, art, and culture of Littleton.

The Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial preserves the place where Abraham Lincoln learned to laugh with his father, cried over the death of his mother, read the books that opened his mind, and triumphed over the adversities of life on the frontier.

A museum that interprets the history and culture of the Pennsylvania German rural community from 1740 to 1940.

The Kona Historical Society Museum is housed in the old Greenwell Store, built in the late 1800's by H.N. Greenwell, a rancher and businessman.

The society strives to preserve local Kennebunkport history so that succeeding generations may benefit from knowledge of the past.

This 18th/19th century Quaker village is home to various living history programs as well as a museum and visitor center.

The society strives to collect, catalogue, house, and preserve the history of the Jewish people of the state of Iowa, as well as to deepen community understanding of Jewish history and culture through educational programming and exhibitions.

One of the most successful rear guard actions in American history, the Battle of Hubbardton was the only Revolutionary War battle fought entirely in Vermont.

The museum features four historic ships, including the USS Torsk submarine, which fought near the Japanese coast during World War II.

This historic site is home to two of America’s earliest utopian communities, focused on living history and historical archaeology.

This foundation saves and restores historic places by defending Indiana’s architectural heritage, and promoting preservation through education, advice, advocacy, heritage tours, and events at historic sites.

A variety of living history sites including a log cabin and a blacksmith shop recreate the colonial life of Iredell County.

Wander through 16 different buildings including the Museum of Progress, the Museum of Transportation, and the Country Store Museum to gain a new perspective on what life was like for those who lived in the Appalachian mountains.

The museum's 17,000 square feet of exhibition space offers hours of entertaining, educational enjoyment.

The historic district boasts 83 authentic structures, everything from Noah Webster's home to Thomas Edison's laboratory.

This living history museum depicts an 18th century mill still in operation by those who live and work there.

This museum shows what life was like during the pioneer period and during Lander's early days as a trading post.

Frequent living history events showcase a recreated 1751 French fort, recreated Creek Indian houses, and the partially restored 1814 American Fort Jackson.

This fort was the site of a battle that changed the course of military history and technology, being the first to use rifled cannons.

A Union fortress which dates to 1859 is the main attraction at this state park, one of Delaware's first.

From 1824 to 1950 Fort Adams housed generations of American soldiers, and today hosts tours and special events.

Used during the Battle of Gettysburg to house Confederate sharpshooters, the Farnsworth Inn is now restored to its 1863 appearance. The south side of the house contains over 100 bullet holes, a testament to the ongoing destruction of the war.

Maintained by the East Tennessee Historical Society, this museum seeks to recreate early 20th century life and to showcase a variety of historical exhibits.

This historic train has been in continuous operation for 126 years, carrying passengers behind vintage steam locomotives and rolling stock indigenous to the line.