| ZZ-310088-25 | Challenge Programs: Cooperative Agreements and Special Projects (Challenge Grants) | Army Historical Foundation, Inc. | The American Soldier and the Revolutionary War: Enhancing Public Understanding through Immersive Programs | 10/1/2025 - 9/30/2026 | $25,000.00 | Kathleen | | Lugarich | | | | Army Historical Foundation, Inc. | Ft. Belvoir | VA | 22060-1805 | USA | 2025 | Public History | Cooperative Agreements and Special Projects (Challenge Grants) | Challenge Programs | 0 | 25000 | 0 | 25000 | An exhibit and related family programs
illustrating Revolutionary War soldiers’ daily life and military experience at
the National Army Museum, Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
This project offers engaging educational programs tied to “CALL TO ARMS: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War,” a major exhibit commemorating the 250th anniversaries of the U.S. Army and the United States. We will explore the Revolutionary War's impact on our nation's founding through immersive experiences such as a replica of Washington's battlefield tent, family overnight stays at the National Army Museum, and battle re-enactments. This initiative deepens historical understanding and fosters civic dialogue for diverse audiences, including students, veterans, and lifelong learners, highlighting the Army's vital role in shaping our history and reinforcing the humanities' power to connect us with our past. |