3Rs Of A Different Time

Reconstruction, racism, and rights. Rebuilding a country after a brutal Civil War is difficult enough. But continued racism challenged the rights of many for over a century. The National Park Service preserves the places that gave African Americans hope and pride during this time. Explore the stories of perseverance and inspiration for those seeking a better future.

The Reconstruction Era Network
Reconstruction Era National Historic Network title with a multi-colored logo
The Reconstruction Era National Historic Network is a collection sites throughout the nation with a documented connection to Reconstruction.
Reconstruction Era NHP
Park ranger with a group of students in front of brick building
Visit Reconstruction Era National Historical Park in Beaufort County, SC
Network to Freedom
A star with a face blowing a smaller star, "National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom."
Find out about the Underground Railroad and the sites in the Network to Freedom.
The Civil War
African American Civil War soldiers standing in line
Reconstruction emerged in the aftermath of the Civil War, and the National Park Service preserves many sites associated with the conflict.
Civil Rights
Sculpture of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learn about the struggle for Civil Rights after the Reconstruction Era

Last updated: January 22, 2024

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