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ABOUT TFM
Guiding Values and Principles.
Our Ethos
The Founder’s message:
Thank you for taking the time to learn about TFM and the values that guide our work. It is our hope that the good we strive to bring to the world inspires you on your journey of discovery—and in life.

Dan Perkins
Founder & Director
TRIPLE FIGHT MUSEUM (TFM)
Who We Are
The TRIPLE FIGHT MUSEUM (TFM) is an emerging cultural and educational institution committed to preserving history, advancing understanding, and strengthening civic awareness and engagement.
TFM is built upon a curated collection of materials spanning 1890–1929—a defining period shaped by three interconnected forces:
- Fights in Rings
- Fights Among Nations
- Fights for Equality and Justice
These are not separate histories.
They are interwoven narratives that shape how individuals and societies understand struggle, identity, and possibility.
What follows is not simply an explanation of TFM, but an introduction to the principles that guide how we see, how we think, and how we engage the world.
What We Do
TFM collects, interprets, and activates historical materials—including newspapers, postcards, photographs, and printed artifacts—to reveal the deeper meanings embedded within them.
Through digital platforms, public programming, and educational frameworks, TFM transforms historical objects into tools for:
- reflection
- inquiry
- and learning
We do not present history as static or distant.
We present it as something to be examined, understood, and applied.
How We Work
TFM operates through a disciplined interpretive framework grounded in three principles:
Truth
We do not alter, soften, or omit truth for the sake of comfort or convenience.
Identity
We speak from our foundation without dilution. Identity is not conditional, and it is not adjusted to accommodate audience expectations.
Moral Clarity
We do not present history as neutral when it is not.
That which affirms humanity is recognized as GOOD.
That which diminishes humanity is named and examined accordingly.
Our Educational Approach
TFM exists not only to preserve history, but to teach.
We teach ourselves and others:
- how to see beyond the surface
- how to think with clarity and discipline
- how to act in ways that contribute to GOOD
Our lesson frameworks confront difficult histories directly, guiding learners to:
- understand what occurred
- recognize why it matters
- and consider their role in shaping better outcomes
Because understanding alone is not sufficient.
Understanding must lead to action.
This is the work of TFM.
To help us see more clearly.
To think more deeply.
And to act with purpose.
Why It Matters
We live in a time of expanding access to information and diminishing clarity of understanding.
At the same time:
- historically significant materials are at risk of loss
- difficult histories are often avoided or erased
- and the ability to interpret meaning is increasingly strained
TFM addresses this gap.
By preserving and activating historical materials, we help individuals and communities develop the ability to:
- interpret complexity
- recognize patterns
- and engage more thoughtfully with the world around them
Our Role
TFM is not simply:
- a collection
- a platform
- or a series of presentations
It is a method for shaping how we see, how we think, and how we choose to act in the world.
Our Standard
All work at TFM is measured against a single question:
Does this contribute to GOOD?
Where GOOD reflects:
- truth
- dignity
- understanding
- and constructive human outcomes
Our Commitment
TFM is committed to:
- preserving historically significant materials
- expanding access to culturally grounded content
- supporting educators and learners
- and contributing to a more informed and engaged public
We do this with clarity of purpose, discipline of thought, and a commitment to confronting history as it is—so that it may inform what we choose to become.
Our Motto
TFM — IN THE FIGHT FOR GOOD
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