American Revolution exhibit brings history to life at Dennison Building
The interactive display features digital storytelling, personal accounts from soldiers and civilians, and panels detailing key moments of the eight-year conflict.
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A nationally recognized traveling exhibit exploring the fight for American Independence is coming to Suffolk County this week. Beginning Tuesday, April 14, the American Revolution Experience can be viewed inside the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge, offering visitors an immersive look at the nation’s founding.
The interactive display features digital storytelling, personal accounts from soldiers and civilians, and panels detailing key moments of the eight-year conflict. Created by the American Battlefield Trust and presented in partnership with the Anna Smith Strong Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the exhibit aims to connect residents with the people and events that shaped the United States.
“We want to learn about our history. We want to learn about our revolution. And never forget there was a lot of sacrifice,” said Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine. He added that the exhibit offers a chance to learn about the "patriots and heroes who fought to make sure that we have an independent United States of America.”
Patricia Broderick, of the Anna Smith Strong Chapter NSDAR, said the group is eager to welcome the display to the community.
“We couldn’t be more excited. We’re hoping the residents will come out and take part of all these America 250 experiences and events that are going on in the county,” she said.
The exhibit's kickoff ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday at 12:30 p.m.
Visitors who have a Long Island 250 Passport can receive stamps from various historical groups during the event. A PDF file of the passport book is available for free download at Suffolk250.org, and a paperback version can be purchased through online retailers including Barnes & Noble, Lulu.com and Amazon.
The American Revolution Experience is free and open to the public from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through April 23. County officials are encouraging residents to stop by and take advantage of the opportunity to explore Revolutionary War history close to home.
“Come on down. Learn a little bit about your history. Help celebrate our 250th,” Romaine said.
