Harpers Ferry's Historical Narrative Faces New Scrutiny
National Park Service looking to reshape
The Inter-Mountain | Monday, October 6, 2025
The Inter-Mountain reports on the National Park Service's efforts to revise historical narratives amid directives from the Trump administration, particularly at Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. With local descendants like Brianna Wheeler advocating for an honest portrayal of American history, the challenges of addressing sensitive topics like slavery are underscored. While some changes have been documented, the push for sanitized narratives raises concerns about historical accuracy and how stories are shared in iconic places like Harpers Ferry, pivotal in the Civil War era.
