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HISTORY

1851

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Biddy Mason

Freed at 38 in Los Angeles

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Grand Canyon

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HISTORY

1926

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Astoria Column

125 feet tall with 164 step spiral staircase

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TRAVEL

WYOMING

5 IMAGES

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Since 1927

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HISTORY

1870

4 IMAGES + 59 Second VIDEO

Old Faithful

Yellowstone’s Famous Geyser

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HISTORY

1903

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New York Stock Exchange

The largest in the world by far

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HISTORY

1886

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Statue of Liberty

A greatest technical achievement of 1900's

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HISTORY

1892

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Ellis Island

Once US's most active immigration station

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HISTORY

1811

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Castle Williams

Fort Designed to protect New York City

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HISTORY

1820

14 IMAGES + 1:01 VIDEO

Mission Santa Barbara

The 10th California Mission

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HISTORY

1863

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Gettysburg

The turning point of the Civil War

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TRAVEL

PENNSYLVANIA

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The Liberty Bell

Cast in 1753, Cracked in 1846

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HISTORY

1753

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Independence Hall

The birthplace of America

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HISTORY

1884

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The Washington Monument

Built to honor George Washington

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The famous monument in Washington DC

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HISTORY

1865

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Ford's Theatre

Infamous site of the Lincoln Assassination

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HISTORY

1810

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The Underground Railroad

100,000 slaves escaped using it

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HISTORY

1863

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Siege of Washington

North Carolina

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GETTYSBURG

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The Union

Flags and Commanders

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GETTYSBURG

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The Confederacy

Flags and Commanders

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Commemorative Stones

193 inset into the inside walls

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WEB IMAGES

Third Floor

William Howard Taft built the Solarium

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AGRICULTURE

12 IMAGES

National Park Service

Santa Monica - Channel Islands

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JAILBREAK

1962

7 IMAGES

Alcatraz Escape

All 3 were Serial Bank Robbers

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LAND

ALLIED

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M1 Garand Rifle

The US Forces Primary Battle Rifle

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LAND

ALLIED

1 IMAGE

Joe Medicine Crow

The Last Crow Nation War Chief

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HOME FRONT

MAINLAND

7 IMAGES

US POW Camps

Rural America held over 425,000 Prisoners of War

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HOME FRONT

WOMEN

6 IMAGES

WAAC

Women's Army (Auxiliary) Corps

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AXIS HOME FRONT

JAPAN

1 IMAGE

Secret Civilian Exchanges

Thousands of Detainees Traded with Japan

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SEA

ALLIED

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USS Enterprise / USS Lexington

A Couple Famous Aircraft Carriers

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HOME FRONT

HOLLYWOOD

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Military Service of Ronald Reagan

Served from 1937-1953

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POW Escape Maps

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HOME FRONT

ALLIED

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WWII Clothing Restrictions

Less to Wear Means More for War

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More Accurate than a Human

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Since 1916, the National Park Service has been entrusted with the care of our national parks. With the help of volunteers and partners, we safeguard these special places and share their stories with more than 318 million visitors every year. But our work doesn't stop there.
We are proud that tribes, local governments, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individual citizens ask for our help in revitalizing their communities, preserving local history, celebrating local heritage, and creating close-to-home opportunities for kids and families to get outside, be active, and have fun.
Taking care of the national parks and helping Americans take care of their communities is a job we love, and we need—and welcome—your help and support.

MISSIONOur Mission
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.

Our Employees
Approximately 20,000 strong, the uncommon men and women of the National Park Service share a common trait: a passion for caring for the nation's special places and sharing their stories.
How We Are Organized
The National Park Service is a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Interior and is led by a Director nominated by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. The Director is supported by senior executives who manage national programs, policy, and budget in the Washington, DC, headquarters and seven regional directors responsible for national park management and program implementation.

Our Official Emblem
The National Park Service arrowhead was authorized as our official emblem in 1951. The components of the arrowhead may have been inspired by key attributes of the National Park System, with the sequoia tree and bison representing vegetation and wildlife, the mountains and water representing scenic and recreational values, and the arrowhead itself representing historical and archeological values. A history of the arrowhead and other elements of NPS visual design is available. The arrowhead is also the registered service mark of the agency (number 4706627), protected by the trademark laws of the United States. The NPS allows limited use of the NPS arrowhead when doing so contributes to our work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the director of the National Park Service?
Charles F. "Chuck" Sams III is the Director of the National Park Service.
What government agency oversees the National Park Service?
The National Park Service is a bureau of the Department of the Interior. Directly overseeing its operation is the department's Assistant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife and Parks.
How many employees are in the National Park Service?

Permanent, temporary, and seasonal employees: Approximately 20,000
Volunteers: More than 279,000 in 2019

How old is the National Park System?
The National Park Service was created by an act signed by President Woodrow Wilson on August 25, 1916. Yellowstone National Park was established by an act signed by President Ulysses S. Grant on March 1, 1872, as the nation's first national park. View the National Park System timeline.
What is the origin of the National Park Service arrowhead?
The arrowhead was authorized as the official National Park Service emblem by the Secretary of the Interior on July 20, 1951. The components of the arrowhead may have been inspired by key attributes of the National Park System, with the sequoia tree and bison representing vegetation and wildlife, the mountains and water representing scenic and recreational values, and the arrowhead itself representing historical and archeological values. Read more about the history of the arrowhead and other elements of NPS visual design.
The NPS allows limited use of the NPS arrowhead when doing so contributes to our work. Learn how to request permission to use the arrowhead.
How many areas are in the National Park System?
The system includes 423 areas covering more than 85 million acres in every state, the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. These areas include national parks, monuments, battlefields, military parks, historical parks, historic sites, lakeshores, seashores, recreation areas, scenic rivers and trails, and the White House. Learn more about national park designations. See the complete list of National Park Service units and related areas by type and number.
What is the largest national park site? Smallest?

Largest: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, AK, at 13.2 million acres
Smallest: Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, PA, at 0.02 acres

How many people visit the national parks?

Total recreation visitors to the national parks in 2021: 297,115,406

What is the most-visited national park?

Blue Ridge Parkway 15.9 million
Great Smoky Mountains National Park 14.1 million
Golden Gate National Recreation Area 13.7 million
Gateway National Recreation Area 9.1 million
Lake Mead National Recreation Area 7.6 million
George Washington Memorial Parkway 6.8 million
Natchez Trace Parkway 6.4 million
Lincoln Memorial 5.8 million
Gulf Islands National Seashore 5.5 million
Zion National Park 5 million
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park 5 million
Yellowstone National Park 4.9 million
Grand Canyon National Park 4.5 million
Rocky Mountain National Park 4.4 million
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area 4.3 million
Acadia National Park 4 million
Cape Cod National Seashore 4 million
Grand Teton National Park 3.9 million
World War II Memorial 3.7 million
Vietnam Veterans Memorial 3.6 million
Yosemite National Park 3.3 million
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area 3.3 million
Cape Hatteras National Seashore 3.2 million
Indiana Dunes National Park 3.2 million
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area 3.1 million

What is the National Park Service budget?

Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 Enacted: $2.98 billion
FY 2015 Enacted: $2.615 billion
FY 2016 Enacted:$2.851 billion
FY 2017 Enacted: $2.932 billion

Visiting the National Parks
How do I obtain a park entrance pass?
Fewer than one-third of the national parks charge entrance fees. You can obtain park entrance passes by visiting a park site that charges an entrance fee. Entrance fee sites have passes available; we recommend calling a park prior to your visit. (See the park search to locate a specific park.) There are a number of entrance passes available, including park-specific passes as well as passes that offer entrance to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites in addition to the national parks (Annual, Military, Senior, 4th Grade, Access, and Volunteer passes). Learn more about the America the Beautiful - The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass.
Where can I find a park map?
You can view maps on specific park websites or find national park, National Park System, National Trails System, and other maps.
How do I make reservations for camping/lodging in national parks?
For campground reservations, visit Recreation.gov. Not all parks participate in this service; many campgrounds are first come, first served. For more information on specific camping and lodging services offered at the park(s) of your interest, please check specific park websites. You can also learn more about camping in national parks and find a map of parks with camping opportunities.
How do I reserve a tour in a park?
You can book some park tours through Recreation.gov such as Pearl Harbor National Memorial, many Mammoth Cave National Park cave tours, Independence National Historical Park tours, and more. Not all parks participate in this reservation service. For more information on tours offered at a specific park, please see the park search.
Can I bring my pet to a national park?
Some national parks welcome pets—in developed areas, on many trails and campgrounds, and in some lodging facilities. Learn more about pets in parks.
Can I bring my service dog to a national park?
Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go. Learn more about service animals in national parks, including the difference between service animals and emotional support animals.
What do I need to know about driving off road in national parks?
Before you head out, check with the national parks that you intend to visit. In many national parks, off-road driving is illegal. Where off-road driving is allowed, the National Park Service regulates it.
https://www.nps.gov

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