American Heritage Partners

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American Heritage Partners (AHP) is a Nevada-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to sponsor educational programs related to American history and to partner with leading heritage societies, and other institutions to better educate and inform our citizens about our rich American heritage. AHP will collaborate with these organizations to gain a wider audience and present the story of America in all its challenges and glories.

  • Robert Burns Celebration

    Grand Sierra Resort 2500 E 2nd St, Reno, Nevada, United States

    Attention all Scottish enthusiasts and lovers of Robert Burns! 

    Reservations will be available on July 1st, 2025 for the highly anticipated 44th Annual Robert Burns Celebration presented by Nevada Society of Scottish Clans. This extraordinary event honors the life and works of the renowned Bard of Scotland, Robert Burns.

  • Civil War Spy: The Southern Belle Who Took Down the Confederacy

    J Resort 345 N Arlington Ave,, Reno, NV, United States

    Elizabeth Van Lew, a true southern belle who was living a monied life in the City of Richmond, Virginia, was a staunch supporter of the Union Army. She became one of the Union’s most gifted and dedicated spies and routinely put herself in harm’s way.

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  • Bacon’s Rebellion: The First American Revolution

    On May 9, 2026, AHP’s President Jay Dickey will give a talk in Denver, Colorado on one of the major events in the early years of the Virginia Colony. Jay’s talk is entitled “Bacon’s Rebellion: The First American Revolution.” Jay will deliver his remarks to the First Colorado Company of the Jamestowne Society.  2026 marks the 350th anniversary of Bacon’s Rebellion, which took place in 1676. Bacon was a political leader of the nascent Virginia Company, and who became the chief antagonist against the Colony’s Governor, William Berkeley. The Governor’s failed leadership provoked Bacon and his allies to mount an armed rebellion, which ultimately led to the burning of the Jamestown Fort. Bacon himself was an articulate spokesperson who advocated for a more democratic government, and more rigorous defense of the Colony of repeated Indian attacks. Bacon died suddenly in the midst of the warfare, and the rebellion was crushed.

  • The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence

    July 4, 2026 The 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration will take place on July 4, 2026 in Philadelphia, and our own Jay Dickey will be there in person to participate in the celebrations, and report back to us on the festivities. He expects to have several special guests to interview, and to visit several of the historic sites that witnesses the momentous events of July 1776.  

Preserving Individual Legacies and Historical Moments

At American Heritage Partners, we embrace the significance of commemorating individual remembrances, anniversaries, deaths, and notable moments in history. By doing so, we strive to ensure that the intrinsic importance of these lives and details are not lost to the passage of time. Through remembering the people and places of our past, we lay the foundation upon which our lives, memories, and American stories are built. These connections serve as a guiding force, tethering us to the past while propelling us towards the future. In our endeavor to share the stories of great leaders, courageous civilians, and the captivating faces from America’s history, we transcend the mere narrative to illuminate the lives of those who shaped the fabric of our world today. As a privately funded nonprofit organization, American Heritage Partners is dedicated to preserving America’s history, narrating the complete American story, cultivating resilient communities, and investing in the future of preservation.

Join us in preserving the intricate tapestry of American history and forging a stronger future for generations to come.

HOW WE FULFILL OUR MISSION

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Present live and “virtual” educational programs to the public and collaborate with partners to educate communities about American history.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Collaborate with societies, schools, museums, and organizations for events and provide information on American history to the public.

PRESERVATION

Help in preserving historical places and artifacts relevant to our history.

ONLINE ENGAGEMENT

Post content rich information, articles and stories about American history on our website and social media for sharing.

EDUCATOR SUPPORT

Host training programs for educators on American history topics.

RESOURCES AND GRANTS

Provide resources and grants to support historical education initiatives.

MEET OUR TEAM

Jay Dickey, director and president

JAY DICKEY

DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT

Jim McLane, Director, Treasurer

JIM MCLANE

DIRECTOR, TREASURER

Frank Gagliardi, Director

FRANK GAGLIARDI

DIRECTOR

Alan Fitch, Vice President, Operations

ALAN FITCH

VP, OPERATIONS

Mona Crandell Hook, Director

MONA CRANDELL HOOK

DIRECTOR

Angel Haakinson, Secretary

ANGELA HAAKINSON

SECRETARY