Reflecting on the meaning of the American flag | Speech

Civil War soldier with American flag Library of Congress Flag Day History

On Saturday June 14, I was asked to give remarks about the history and context of the American flag over the last 250 years of history. These are the words I shared in historic Mullinix Park in Frederick, Maryland.

Podcast | Rose Hill Manor with Amanda Venable and Kari Saavedra

Rose Hill Manor Park and Museums Frederick, MD America 250 Public History podcast

Discover the rich history of Rose Hill Manor with Amanda Venable and Kari Saavedra in our latest podcast episode. Learn how they’re reimagining historical interpretation in Frederick, Maryland - from founding governor Thomas Johnson’s legacy to enslaved peoples’ stories and plans for America’s 250th. This conversation showcases the power of local museums to connect communities with their shared past. Listen to the full episode and subscribe.

The summer that changed everything | 2015

Jake Wynn in the summer of 2015 as a National Park Service intern.

In this Monday Dispatch, I'm revisiting my transformative 2015 internship at Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park - where battlefield interpretation, the Charleston massacre, and rising Confederate flag debates reshaped my career. Discover how that summer defined my career path and the future of Civil War memory. Read the full reflection.