While we all shelter at home, many historic sites and museums across the country are thinking outside the box on how to bring their museum to their guests, since their guests can't come to them! Here is a list of some historic sites and museums that are offering virtual tours, allowing you to visit from your couch! I am sure there are many more, but these are ones that I have come across. I hope this helps keep you entertained while you are sheltering at home!
Please also remember that most historic sites depend on revenue from guests and tours to support their operations and preservation efforts. and many sites are losing significant revenue during this pandemic. If you are able, please consider making a donation to your local historic site or any of your favorite ones across the country! Many are also offering discounts on gift shop purchases and membership! Please consider financially supporting the many historic gems all across this country that so desperately need your help during this challenging time!
Historic Sites/Museums
Smithsonian National Museum of American History https://americanhistory.si.edu/exhibitions/online
American Battlefield Trust Virtual Battlefield Tours (more than 20 battlefields from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War)
Ford's Theater - Site of the Assassination of President Abraham Lincoln
Historic Mansions/Homes
Monticello - Home of Thomas Jefferson
Mount Vernon - Home of George Washington
Winchester Mystery Mansion - California
Glensheen Mansion - Michigan
Pittock Mansion - Oregon
Mark Twain House and Museum - Connecticut
Newport Mansions - Collection of Gilded Era Mansions - Rhode Island
Ashland - Home of Henry Clay
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