Roots of Rebellion Virtual Exhibit … The origins of the American Revolution can be traced to another conflict—the Seven Years' War. Colonial resistance emerged in response to new imperial policies related to western lands and eastern taxes (and trade) as Parliament grappled to administer its vastly expanded empire. This exploration of the roots of colonial rebellion also reveals that Native Americans' battle to maintain independence was already underway. …

Battles of Lexington and Concord Virtual Exhibit … We may never know which side fired the first shot. …

First Continental Congress Virtual Exhibit … The First Continental Congress convened to discuss united resistance to the Coercive Acts and issued a Declaration of Rights and the Articles of Association. Recognizing that unity would be essential to forcing a repeal of the so-called "Intolerable Acts," the Continental Association formed local committees to put economic pressure on Parliament–and on their neighbors–to submit to patriotic …

Native Americans & the American Revolution Virtual Exhibit … The American Revolution was a watershed event for the nation's Indigenous people.     …

Mobilizing for a Revolutionary War Virtual Exhibit …

Opening the Vault Washington and Franklin Virtual Exhibit … From May 7 to August 6, 2025, the National Archives Museum will feature historic, handwritten documents of two Founding Fathers: President George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. These items emphasize landmark milestones in American history, honoring the first Commander in Chief of the Continental Army and the first Postmaster General. These historic treasures also commemorate the 250th anniversaries establishing the U.S. Army and U.S. Postal …