May 18 marks International Museum Day— a global celebration of cultural heritage. This year, the Patriot Legacy Project invites you to step into the past. Discover the tangible pieces that shaped America’s fight for independence. From battered musket balls to intimate personal letters, these artifacts tell the human stories behind history’s greatest revolution.
Visit Museums Near You
Looking to explore Revolutionary artifacts close to home? Visit your local historical society or museum. Chances are they house collections of colonial documents, weaponry, or personal items from the 18th century. Here are some major institutions, plus virtual options if you can’t make it in person:
- Museum of the American Revolution (Philadelphia, PA): Interactive galleries and live demonstrations.
- New-York Historical Society (New York, NY): Extensive document collections, including Washington’s correspondence.
- Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center (Yorktown, VA): Guided tours and living‑history encampments.
Virtual Exploration
Can’t travel? Explore these online resources from home:
- Museum of the American Revolution (Philadelphia, PA): Interactive galleries and live demonstrations.
- New-York Historical Society (New York, NY): Extensive document collections, including Washington’s correspondence.
- Yorktown Battlefield Visitor Center (Yorktown, VA): Guided tours and living‑history encampments.
Prefer to stay home?
- Digital Public Library of America (DPLA): Searchable archives of 18th‑century manuscripts and maps.
- Smithsonian Open Access: High‑res artifact downloads for virtual research.
Digital Scavenger Hunt
Join our Digital Museum Scavenger Hunt on Instagram! First, download the clue sheet below. Then, visit any participating museum or explore virtually. Next, photograph each artifact clue. Finally, post it to your Story. Tag @PatriotLegacyProject and use #PLPInMuseums—every photo checks off an item on your list.
How to Enter:
Participants must document all five scavenger items. Those who tag us correctly will automatically be entered into a random drawing.
Prize: One winner will receive a free digital copy of “Henry Bush Jr.”—winner announced on May 25 via our Instagram Stories.
Download the Clue Sheet: Digital Scavenger Hunt PDF—
Call to Action
Share your artifact discoveries and virtual tours with #PLPInMuseums on Instagram and Facebook. Use the rest of our socials at the top of the page. Tag @PatriotLegacyProject to be featured in our next interactive gallery and celebrate the power of history.
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