American Heritage Merit Badge
Learn about American founding documents, career opportunities in heritage, and explore historical sites or genealogy to earn this merit badge
What you'll do
- The Declaration of Independence Read the Declaration of Independence.
- American Leaders & Change-Makers Select two individuals from American history, one a political leader (a president, senator, etc.)
- 3. National Symbols & Family Roots Select a topic related to the United States that is currently in the news.
- Local History & Landmarks Explain the National Register of Historic Places and how a property becomes eligible for listing in the National …
At a glance
- Requirements
- 6
- Category
- Personal Development
- Eagle Required
- No
- Updated
- December 25, 2025