The Charters of Freedom

The official publication on the Charters of Freedom at the National Archives

Paperback: 72 pages

10 X 9 1/2 inches

Foreword written by Dr. Colleen Shogan, 11th Archivist of the United States

A National Archives Foundation publication, made possible by the Weissberg Foundation

 Written by Alice Kamps, Curator at the National Archives, the book describes the dramatic events that culminated in these historic documents, the materials and techniques used in their creation and conservation, and their adventures on the road to a permanent safe haven at the National Archives. The book includes the travel history of the documents and how they came to rest in the National Archives Rotunda, the preservation work performed by conservators at the Archives, a brief history of the National Archives building and its construction, and complete transcripts of all three documents. Beautifully illustrated with photographs, documents, and paintings, The Charters of Freedom at the National Archives is a perfect overview of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and the Bill of Rights for the whole family.