AmRev Presents: National Treasure Night, Nov. 22

Join the Museum of the American Revolution on Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, from 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. for AmRev Presents: National Treasure Night, an after-hours event inspired by the 2004 movie “National Treasure” and the Museum’s current special exhibit, Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington’s Tent, which recounts the 250-year history of the Museum’s key artifact. The evening includes a themed cocktail reception in the Museum’s Rotunda followed by an exclusive presentation at 6:30 p.m. given by Special Agent Jake Archer, FBI Art Crime Team, about how the FBI and museums work together to save real “national treasures” from theft, fraud, forgery, and more.

Citing recent cases, Special Agent Archer will delve into the FBI Art Crime Team’s role and the true measures it takes to collaborate with cultural heritage and research institutions to protect their collections. Archer will  be joined  by Museum President and CEO Dr. R. Scott Stephenson to further discuss an ongoing investigation into Revolutionary artifacts that were stolen over 50 years ago from the Valley Forge Historical Society, which transferred its collection to the Museum in 2003. Stephenson will also preview the Museum’s plans for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which include a special exhibition that will interpret the American Declaration as a founding document that continues to inspire independence movements around the world.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a “National Treasure” themed cocktail reception, extended Museum Shop hours, activities inspired by the surprising facts behind the film’s fictional heist, and a chance to meet Dr. Aubrey R. Paris and Dr. Emily M. Black, hosts of the National Treasure Hunt podcast and authors of National Treasure Hunt: One Step Short of Crazy. Special exhibit Witness to Revolution will also be open throughout the evening. Tickets are $35 for general admission and $30 for Museum Members, and can be purchased here.

Event Schedule
5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. Complimentary reception with passed refreshments and a chance to meet Dr. Aubrey R. Paris and Dr. Emily M. Black.
6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Exclusive presentation by Special Agent Jake Archer, FBI Art Crime Team, in Lenfest Meyer Theater.
7:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Optional Washington’s War Tent presentation in the Museum’s Alan B. Miller Theater.

The Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Current special exhibit Witness to Revolution is open daily from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and is included with regular Museum admission. Tickets to the Museum can be purchased by calling 215.253.6731, at AmRevMuseum.org, or at the front desk. Save $2 per adult ticket by purchasing online. Kids ages 5 and under are always free. All tickets are valid for two consecutive days.

About Museum of the American Revolution
The Museum of the American Revolution uncovers and shares compelling stories about the diverse people and complex events that sparked America’s ongoing experiment in liberty, equality, and self-government. Through the Museum’s unmatched collection, immersive galleries, powerful theater experiences, and interactive elements, visitors gain a deeper appreciation for how this nation came to be and feel inspired to consider their role in ensuring that the promise of the American Revolution endures. Located just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context, and encouraging exploration. The Museum, which opened on April 19, 2017, is an independent, non-profit, and non-partisan organization. For more information, visit www.AmRevMuseum.org or call 877.740.1776.