Current Partner Resources
Civil War Trails is the world’s largest “open air museum,” offering over 1,500 sites to visitors across six states. As a partner in the program, our team is here to be an extension of your staff, providing services which fall into two broad categories.
Maintenance
Maintaining the network of signs including:
- Routine servicing of your interpretive sign(s)
- Replacement of faded panels
- Refreshing pedestal paint
- Repair of damaged parts
- Upkeep of directional sign network
- Interfacing with regional DOT offices
- Replacing “trailblazer” signs and arrows
- Amending “trailblazer” locations as needed
- Updating interpretive sign content
- Identifying deficiencies
- Coordinating stakeholder/consumer review
- Providing research, writing, and editing
- Assessing new (re)location
Marketing
Promoting your sites and stories internationally:
- Updating and distributing printed map guides
- Collecting partner and consumer feedback
- Ensuring accuracy of a site, narrative, and partner listings
- Coordinating the printing with each state travel office
- Responding to visitor inquiries and bulk requests
- Coordinating interstate distribution
- Ensuring a strong digital footprint
- Creating and updating digital wayfinding tools
- Assisting your office in the creation of digital content
- Access to CWT logos for print and digital content
- Providing relevant content for web, blog, and social media
- Placing advertisements in podcasts and periodicals
- Promoting programs at your sites
Get in Touch
Please use the form below to request maintenance, sign updates, or to reach out with any questions regarding your sites or membership. If you are interested in starting a new project with us, please send us a completed “New Site Application” to get started!