Eastern National (the parent of America’s National Parks) donations helped to further interpretive operations at Minute Man National Historical Park. The park’s Living History Coordinator hosted several historic clothing workshops to support volunteer participation and the authenticity of living history demonstrations. Professional tailors led these workshops as EN funding covered travel stipends and presenter fees. The park’s signature event, Battle Road, uses hats, bonnets, and mitts made. Funds also restocked materials for the Junior Ranger and B.A.R.K. Ranger programs and laminated notices within bulletin cases to keep public-facing signs looking professional. Finally, the Road to Revolution exhibit received attention this year, as EN Aid-to-Park covered repairs by a specialized technician.
Supporting Educational Games at Andersonville NHS
Utilizing funds from America's National Parks™, Andersonville NHS created an immersive escape room experience and displayed games from the 1800s as part of their America's 250th events in June 2026. The Rangers at the site even developed a board game (pictured below)...
