Hundreds of organizations have found creative and unique ways to celebrate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. The National Park Service has crafted this dynamic site to bring together a range of historical, educational, and programming resources related to this military conflict. After reading the helpful introductory essay here, visitors will want to delve into sections such as People, Stories, Preservation, and For Teachers. The Stories area is a real find, as it includes wonderful explorations of the temporary White House (the Octagon House) and African American sailors. Curious travelers looking to learn more about visiting War of 1812 sites should look through the Find a Park interactive map. The For Teachers area includes a range of instructional resources and lesson plans, including "Baltimore and the War of 1812" and "Twisted Strands: Rope Making." [KMG]