Working to Save America’s Battlefields
Step Into Ulysses S. Grant's Council of War
Garry Adelman and Kris White break down war photographer Timothy O'Sullivan's historic 1864 shots from the scene at Massaponax Baptist Church in Fredericksburg, Va.
Help Save 29 Critical Acres of Hallowed Ground in Virginia
Please make a gift today to preserve these critical acres at Glendale and Gaines’ Mill/Cold Harbor forever. We cannot lose this irreplaceable history!
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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.