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South Carolina
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Lancaster, SC
The museum contains Revolutionary War artifacts and artifacts related to President Jackson and contains exhibits that reveal the lifeways of South Carolina’s backcountry during the late 18th century...
South Carolina
Museum/Visitor Centers
Moncks Corner, SC
Berkeley County, South Carolina has a long history just waiting to be shared and explored! Visit the museum to learn about fossils and remains of prehistoric animals and plant life Native American...
New Jersey
Museum/Visitor Centers
Barnegat, NJ
The tavern is open Thursday - Monday | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Inside are hands-on exhibits, activities, and artifacts sharing the history of the American Revolution and industry in the Pine Barrens...
South Carolina
Museum/Visitor Centers
Gaffney, SC
Explore the museum's rotating collection of thousands of artifacts across four exhibit galleries. Discover their recently completed additions, including the educational Kids Zone, interactive Sports...
New Jersey
Museum/Visitor Centers
Fort Lee, NJ
A Visitor Center at Fort Lee Historic Park allows visitors to dive further into the Revolution.
Massachusetts
Museum/Visitor Centers
Quincy, MA
This home, now known as the "John Quincy Adams Birthplace," was John and Abigail Adams' residence during the Revolutionary War. While John served as a delegate to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Abigail managed this home and served as an advisor to her husband in his public role.
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Berkeley County Museum and Heritage Center
Moncks Corner, SC
Moncks Corner, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
South Carolina Historical Society Museum
Charleston, SC
Charleston, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
Mount Pleasant, SC
Mount Pleasant, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
Sullivan's Island, SC
Sullivan's Island, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park
Sullivan's Island, SC
Sullivan's Island, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Kings Mountain National Military Park
Blacksburg, SC
Blacksburg, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Sandy Hook
Highlands, NJ
Highlands, NJ
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Museum/Visitor Centers
Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail
Gaffney, SC
Gaffney, SC
Uncovering History
We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse
yourself in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.
Exploring History
We invite you to visit the preserved locations along the Liberty Trail and to immerse yourself
in the extraordinary events that determined the fate of a nation.
Battlefield
Hollywood, SC
The Patriots launch a misguided attack on British troops retreating from an aborted raid on Charleston
Historic Site | Historic House
Lenoir, NC
Built in 1792 by Revolutionary War officer William Lenoir, Fort Defiance preserves the homestead that rose near the site of an earlier frontier fort and reflects the legacy of one family for nearly two centuries.
State/County Park | Historic Site
Marion Square, named in honor of Francis Marion, is greenspace in downtown Charleston, South Carolina and features remnants of The Hornwork, a large fortification built in 1758 that played a major role in the fight for independence.
Battlefield |
Chelsea, MA
The second engagement of the Boston Campaign, the Battle of Chelsea Creek marked a stunning defeat for the British as their resources began to dwindle in Boston.
Historic Site |
Fishkill, NY
A colonial-era home built in 1732. The Continental Army used the house during the Revolutionary War as the Officers' Headquarters for the Fishkill Supply Depot.
National Park | Historic House
Lincoln, MA
This building was the home of the captain of the Lincoln Minutemen, William Smith, who led his men at the Lexington Green on April 19, 1775.
Battlefield | National Park
Currie, NC
Now the site of one of the last Scottish broadsword charges in history, nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots faced off against well-trained Highlanders in the first significant victory for the Patriots in the Revolution
Battlefield | Historic Site
Charleston, SC
As part of their Southern Campaign, the British set their sights on taking the vital port of Charleston.
Historic Site | State/County Park
Barnegat, NJ
On December 27, 1782, Patriot forces under Captain Richard Shreve and Captain Edward Thomas were surprised at a tavern by Loyalist raider Captain John Bacon, igniting a sharp skirmish. Though the militia gained the advantage, aid from local Loyalists allowed the wounded Bacon to escape, leaving casualties on both sides and marking what is believed to be the last land engagement of the American Revolution.
Historic Site | Battlefield
Sanford, NC
Also known as the Alston House, the House in the Horseshoe served as a Patriot outpost where a four hour skirmish took place on July 29, 1781.
Historic Site |
Pamplico, SC
Located in the Pee Dee region of South Carolina, it was here that Francis Marion signed a treaty with a local Loyalist militia leader, effectively ending hostilities in the area
Historic Site |
Little Falls, NY
Home of Brigadier General Nicholas Herkimer, who died of wounds at the Battle of Oriskany, one of the bloodiest of the war.