James A. Fields House
James A. Fields was born into slavery in Hanover County, Virginia in 1844. During the Civil War, Fields and his brother George escaped to Hampton...
Rankin House
Ripley, Ohio | The historic site was the home of Presbyterian minister and ardent abolitionist Rev. John Rankin. He and his family are credited with...
Historic Governors Island
Located at the mouth of the Hudson Bay between Brooklyn and Manhattan, Governor’s Island was captured by the British after the Battle of Brooklyn, who...
Betsy Ross House
Betsy Ross is well known for being the creator of the first Stars & Stripes design of the national flag. The Betsy Ross House is the birthplace of the...
A Town Divided
Between 1862 and 1863, African Americans sought and defended their freedom as opposing forces and neighbors fought to control Elizabeth City.
Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center
Fremont, Ohio | Center dedicated to President Rutherford B. Hayes, who served the Union in the Civil War before going on to become President.