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Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
Jose Molina
37°56'4.26"N, 75°22'32.44"W
Assateague Island
Maryland
Virginia
Assateague Island - The Land of Horses
Discover one of the few places in America where horses roam free. Assateague Island is a barrier island between Maryland and Virginia.
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Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
Jose Molina
42°22'50.07"N, 76°52'24.41"W
Watkins Glen State Park
New York
Discover the Beauty of Watkins Glen State Park
Experience one of the most visited parks in the Finger Lake region of New York State.
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Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Jose Molina
42°54'37.14"N, 76°47'47.43"W
Women's Rights NHP
New York
Tour of Women's Rights National Historical Park
From the Statues, to the Church, and Museum, take a tour and learn about the history of Women's Rights in Seneca Falls.
Explore Historical Parks
- Oklahoma
Washita Battlefield
Washita Battlefield National Historic Site protects and interprets the site of the Southern Cheyenne village of Chief Black Kettle, where the Battle of Washita occurred. Just before dawn on Nov. 27, 1868, the village was attacked by the 7th U.S. Cavalry under Lt. Col. George Custer. In the ensuing massacre, warriors and women were killed indiscriminately, and more than 400 horses were stolen. The survivors were taken prisoner and marched to Fort Cobb in Indian Territory (present-day Oklahoma). The attack on Black Kettle's village was one of the opening battles in the protracted conflict between the Southern Plains Indians and the United States known as the Red River War. The Battle of Washita launched a winter campaign that culminated in the defeat of the Southern Plains Indians and their forced relocation to reservations in Indian Territory. Today, visitors to Washita Battlefield can see evidence of the battle including earthworks erected by the cavalry, archaeological remains of the Cheyenne camp, and a monument honoring Chief Black Kettle.
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- North Carolina
Carl Sandburg Home
Carl Sandburg is probably best known as a poet, but he was also a journalist, biographer and historian. He won three Pulitzer Prizes, two for his poetry and one for his biography of Abraham Lincoln. In 1945, he and his family moved to Connemara, a farm near Hendersonville, North Carolina. Originally from the Midwest, Sandburg found that his farm provided the peace and solitude he needed for his writing. It also had more than 30 acres of pastureland, which was perfect for the goats that he kept. Sandburg was particularly fond of the Nubian goats, which he used to provide milk for his family. He even wrote a book about them, titled "The American Goat." Today, Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site preserves Connemara and allows visitors to learn more about this renowned writer.
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- New York
Empire State Plaza
The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza (known commonly as the Empire State Plaza, and also as the South Mall) is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. Its main function is to serve as the seat of government for New York State, but it is also a site of remembrance and tribute to diverse groups and citizens of New York. The plaza has an ice rink, farmers market, performing arts center, and the New York State Museum which presents the history of the state and includes artifacts and debris from 9/11.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Massachusetts
Boston Harbor Islands
The Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area encompasses a unique archipelago of 34 islands. The oldest lighthouse in the United States is located on one of the islands, and there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, picnicking and fishing. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, making it a great spot for birdwatching. The Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area has a rich cultural history that goes back thousands of years. For those interested in the early days of the Massachusetts Bay colony this is a rich treasure trove.
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- Michigan
Porcupine Mountains
Michigan's largest state park is a wonder to behold, with old-growth forest, rivers and waterfalls – all along the shoreline of Lake Superior. It boasts more than 90 miles of hiking trails and options for camping. You won't want to miss the Lake of the Clouds and the Presque Isle River.
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- California
- Nevada
Death Valley
Death Valley is a land of extremes. This below-sea-level basin is the hottest, driest and lowest park in America. Don't let the name fool you — Death Valley is teeming with life. This diverse landscape supports more than 900 plant species, many of which are only found in Death Valley. Spring brings a colorful wildflower bloom, while summer temperatures can surpass 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Despite its harsh conditions, Death Valley is home to an array of wildlife including bighorn sheep, coyotes and golden eagles. Towering peaks are frosted with winter snow, and the clear night skies offer incredible stargazing opportunities. Don't miss Artists Palette, Zabriskie Point and Badwater basin — the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level. Death Valley is truly a one-of-a-kind place.
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