Revolutionary Lives exhibit comes to Atlantic County

“Atlantic County is proud to make this exhibit easily available to our residents during our nation’s 250^th anniversary,” stated County Executive Dennis Levinson. “I encourage youth, students, parents, teachers, veterans and all others to take advantage of this unique opportunity.”

New Jersey's diversity mirrors its Revolutionary narrative. The state was a rich mix of distinct languages, religions and cultures. Loyalties were roughly divided between those supporting the Revolution, those opposed and the rest who were uncommitted. Allegiances bred bitter divisions and deep suspicion, creating in many ways a civil war. By the end of the war, the state suffered more damage than most and endured more violent clashes than any other.

The Revolutionary Lives traveling exhibit explores this tumultuous period through the stories of everyday people under extraordinary circumstances. They inspire visitors to consider how their stories echo through time and what can be done to fulfill the promises and ideals of the American Revolution.

The museum is located at 189 Route 50 South, Mays Landing, and has expanded its hours for this special exhibit. It will be open 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on the following dates: October 28-31, November 2, November 4-7 and November 9-12. Admission is free.

The traveling exhibit is available free of charge through RevolutionNJ, New Jersey’s official 250^th initiative. Created through legislation in 2018, RevolutionNJ is an official partnership between the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the New Jersey Department of State, and the nonprofit Crossroads of the American Revolution, Inc. Visit RevVJ.org to learn more.