Branigan’s first step was gathering information on each recipient, some of whom had records dating back to the Civil War. Each honoree has a unique story to tell and it was important to take the time to accurately depict these stories. Once the research phase was over, collaboration of the various vendors required to bring the exhibit to life began – from producing the technology to constructing the exhibit to printing and collecting artifacts. The result? A hands-on, one-of-a-kind experience featuring memorabilia, recipient stories, educational videos, as well as a QR code that visitors can scan to access a microsite mirroring the exhibit – so that the stories of the Medal of Honor recipients can live on well after exhibit visitors depart.