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National Archives Foundation Unveils New Keepsake Brochure

October 19, 2015

The National Archives Foundation today unveiled a new free keepsake brochure, complete with a fold out infographic. The brochure highlights key facts about the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights in a fun and easy to understand way. Part of the original text of each document is also included.

The new brochure, funded by the Weissberg Foundation, aims to encourage visitors of all ages to look more closely and gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of our founding documents during and after their visit to the museum. The brochure is also available online and teachers are encouraged to download it and display the infographic in their classroom.

“The Charters of Freedom are one of our nation’s most cherished treasures, and the primary reason that more than one million people visit the National Archives Museum each year,” said A’Lelia Bundles, Chair of the National Archives Foundation. “Because of the Weissberg Foundation’s generosity, visitors will now have an enhanced resource to complement their visit and understanding of these important documents.”

The Charters brochure answers the most important questions about each document including;

  • Why was it created?
  • Where and when was it created?
  • Who wrote it?
  • What’s in it?
  • How did it become official?
  • Who signed it?
  • Who didn’t sign it?

The National Archives Museum in Washington, DC is free and open to the public. It is located on the National Mall on Constitution Avenue at 9th Street, NW. For information on National Archives public programs, call 202-357-5000, or view the Calendar of Events online at archivesfoundation.org/events

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About the National Archives Foundation

The National Archives Foundation is an independent nonprofit that increases public awareness of the National Archives, inspires a deeper appreciation of our country’s heritage, and encourages citizen engagement in our democracy. The Foundation generates financial and creative support for National Archives exhibitions, public programs, and educational initiatives, introducing America’s records to people around the U.S. and the world. Learn more at: archivesfoundation.org.

About the National Archives Museum

The National Archives Museum, created by the National Archives in partnership with the Foundation for the National Archives, has transformed the visitor experience at the National Archives’ Washington, DC, building, and includes the Rotunda for the Charters of Freedom, the David M. Rubenstein Gallery and its Records of Rights permanent exhibition, the award-winning Public Vaults permanent gallery, the William G. McGowan Theater, the Lawrence F. O’Brien Gallery for special exhibits, the Boeing Learning Center, the Digital Vaults online exhibit, and the DocsTeach website. These components make the rich resources of the National Archives accessible to Americans nationwide.