Working to Save America’s Battlefields
Civil War Icon to Marine Sanctuary
The conservation triumph revealed by the U.S.S. Monitor’s success offers an inspiring testament to the enduring symbiosis of ecological and historical preservation.
Protect Virginia Battlefields from Massive Data Centers
Join us in stopping the data center campus that will destroy sacred ground at Manassas and other threatened battlefields!
Explore the wars
ExploreBy Map
Browse history and preservation efforts geographically with our interactive maps.
Upcoming Events
Inspire
Park Day
Join us April 6, 2024, for our annual event that brings history enthusiasts and community volunteers together in an effort to help keep our nation’s...
Annual Conference 2024
April 25 - 28, 2024 | Gettysburg, PA
We're thrilled to announce that the 2024 Annual Conference will be held in Gettysburg on April 25 - 28! Enjoy tours, talks and other special...
National Teacher Institute 2024
July 11 - 14, 2024 | New Orleans, LA
The annual National Teacher Institute brings together educators from all over the world for a four-day event which includes breakout sessions...
Ryan Montgomery/American Battlefield Trust
Speak Out for Battlefield Preservation
Battlefields need advocates like YOU to speak out against ill-considered developments and other threats.