National Archives Redesign Underway to Celebrate 250 Years of American Independence

WASHINGTON—The National Archives welcomed a handful of journalists for a sneak-peek, hard-hat tour on June 4 of a new exhibit coming later this year.
“The American Story” exposition is set to open Oct. 23, in advance of celebrations for the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, after $40 million in renovations and more than three years of design and planning.
Visitors will be able to explore the museum’s content using advanced interactive displays and “cutting edge technology,” including, for the first time on the National Mall, the use of artificial intelligence to personalize the experience, according to a statement from the archives….