Later this month, the San Joaquin County Historical Museum will host the traveling exhibit “American Revolution Experience,” a collaborative project of the American Battlefield Trust and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). The multimedia exhibit, on display from Monday, April 13 through Tuesday, April 21, features informative panels, digital interactives, and an online version of the exhibit where visitors can dig even deeper into the themes being presented. The following information was issued by the American Battlefield Trust regarding the exhibit.
“From an award-winning website to an in-demand pop-up exhibition, the American Revolution Experience, a collaborative project of the American Battlefield Trust and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), is beginning a new phase in its quest to connect modern audiences with the fascinating story of our nation’s origin. The American Revolution Experience will travel to scores of libraries, historical societies and museums, introducing visitors to a cast of historical characters with diverse experiences throughout the conflict and the places they visited on their journey.”
The San Joaquin County Historical Museum is in Micke Grove Regional Park, 11793 Micke Grove Road, Lodi.
Individual DAR chapters across the nation have partnered with institutions in their communities to offer venues for the exhibit, said American Battlefield Trust officials.
“The American Revolution Experience invites visitors to consider the choice faced by members of the revolutionary generation as tensions mounted in the 1770s: Would these ordinary citizens risk their lives and livelihoods in pursuit of liberty? Or would they remain loyal subjects of the British crown, coming into conflict with neighbors and family? The exhibit surfaces diverse viewpoints and experiences, touching on the journeys — both literal and figurative — of Patriots and Loyalists, men and women, Black and Native populations and even international allies. Rather than focusing only on generals and famous statesmen, it introduces audiences to drummer boys, military mapmakers and other ordinary people who were impacted by global events.”
Included in the exhibits that will be traveling the country are 12 panels, which highlight thematic connections between profiled individual stories and three interactive kiosks that connect to the full digital biographies, provide documentary context on the Revolutionary War and offer information on how to visit the places tied to these individuals today.
“Both online and on-site, the American Revolution Experience features custom illustrations by South Carolina-based artist Dale Watson,” the America Battlefield Trust information states. “In creating his unique art, Watson used historical descriptions, images, and other resources to make portraits for each figure highlighted on the site and for larger scenes to show events during the 18th century.”
The exhibit will be open to all interested; for more information, call 209-331-2055.
