In 2026, Elizabeth Kerwin, a former National Park Ranger, planned to unveil a significant exhibit at Harpers Ferry National Historic Park, honoring enslaved individuals connected to the site. However, the exhibit was canceled following an executive order by President Trump, which aimed to revise American history narratives. This decision led to protests and legal actions, as many exhibits were removed from federal lands. Kerwin and other former park workers, feeling the impact of these changes, formed the “Resistance Rangers” and established the America 433+ coalition to advocate for historical education. The situation highlights ongoing debates about how history is presented and remembered in the United States.
QUESTION: How might the removal of historical exhibits impact the way future generations understand and learn about American history?
Trump axed a Black history exhibit. Former park rangers are teaching it anyway.
