Press Kit

Reconstruction Era National Historic Network includes sites and programs across the United States that are affiliated with the Reconstruction Era, but not necessarily managed by the National Park Service. The network facilitates and reviews Reconstruction Era related research and collaboration with affiliated sites and programs through agreements and partnerships. The network is managed by Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, which is part of the National Park Service, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior.

• Superintendent: Laura Waller

• Base Operating Budget: $620,730 (Fiscal Year 2023)

• Employees: 9 permanent (Employees of the Network also work for Reconstruction Era National Historical Park)

• Volunteers: 1

• Number of Sites: 121

Learn more about the sites in the network by visiting Discover the Network.

Network Creation

• Enabling Legislation: John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act

Purpose Statement

The network facilitates and reviews Reconstruction Era related research and collaboration with affiliated sites and programs through agreements and partnerships. This network is nationwide and works to provide opportunities for visitors to connect to the stories of Reconstruction.

Joining the Network

Learn the application process for becoming a network site or recommending a new network site on our Join the Network page.

Features/Programs

The network helps member sites with technical assistance including research, interpretive programming, resource management, historic preservation, document review, design consultation, and social media consultation.

Network Photos

Contact our Public Information Officer

Chris Barr, Chief of Interpretation/Public Information Officer
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