American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit Coming to the Oldest House Museum in St. Augustine

(St. Augustine, Fla.) — The American Battlefield Trust has joined the Maria Jefferson, Sofia Fleming and Ponte Vedra Chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution in placing the American Revolution Experience on exhibit at the Oldest House Museum at the St. Augustine Historical Society. From January 31-February 21, visitors will get to experience the innovative pop-up exhibition, filled with display panels and interactive digital kiosks that connect modern audiences with the people and places that witnessed the birth of our nation.  

“The spirit of the American Revolution wasn’t confined to halls of power where independence was declared — it lived in the Patriot soldiers and the everyday people whose courage shaped the America we know today.” said Trust President David Duncan. “Through this exhibit we hope to connect people in St. Augustine to those individuals whose sacrifices continue to shape our nation’s sprit.” 

The traveling exhibit coming to St. Augustine has already visited more than 65 venues across the nation. It includes 12 panels that spotlight individuals who were deeply touched by the Revolutionary War and is complemented by three digital kiosks containing contextual information about the broader conflict.  Both online and on-site, the American Revolution Experience contains custom illustrations by artist Dale Watson. 

“It has been the constant mission of the St. Augustine Historical Society since our founding in 1883 to educate and inform the public,” said executive director Magen Altice. “We could not be more excited to welcome the American Revolution Experience to the Oldest House Museum.” 

“With our country’s 250th anniversary on the horizon, there is no better time to share the harrowing stories of the brave men and women who fought for this great nation,” added Rep. John Rutherford (R-FL), proud Son of the American Revolution. “The invaluable work of the American Battlefield Trust and our local DAR chapters is giving us the chance to connect with our past and how it informs our present and future.” 

People across the country will get a chance to visit the American Revolution Experience as it travels the United States throughout 2025, introducing visitors to a cast of diverse historical characters with differing experiences and roles they took on during the Revolutionary War. A longer-term installation of the exhibit will remain at the DAR’s national headquarters in Washington, D.C. 

The American Revolution Experience first launched online in a digital-only iteration during the summer of 2022. Its success led to widespread recognition, the display winning the Bronze Award in the Education, Art, & Culture division at the second annual Anthem Awards, an initiative of the Webby Awards celebrating purpose and mission-driven work. It was also a finalist in the “People’s Choice” category of the Webby Awards, highlighting its impact among the public. Funding to transform the online product into a physical exhibit suitable for pop-up display at a wide variety of sites came from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution and via a matching grant from the federal American Battlefield Protection Program.  

About the Organizations 

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in the 1890s to promote historic preservation, education, and patriotism. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. With nearly 190,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the world’s largest and most active service organizations.  

From a grassroots organization started by historians 30 years ago, the American Battlefield Trust has grown into one of the most successful private heritage land preservation organizations in the nation. The Trust is dedicated to preserving America’s hallowed battlegrounds and educating the public about what happened there and why it matters today. The nonprofit, nonpartisan organization has protected more than 58,000 acres associated with the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and Civil War, representing more than 160 sites in 25 states. Its 350,000 members and supporters believe in the power of place and the continued relevance of history as a means to fully understand our rights and responsibilities as Americans.  Learn more at www.battlefields.org.   

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