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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.
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.
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.
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.
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
- Virginia
Historic Jamestowne
Located on Jamestown Island in Virginia, Historic Jamestowne is the cultural heritage site that includes the remains of the original 1607 James Fort as well as the later 17th-century town of Jamestown. Operated as a partnership between Preservation Virginia and the National Park Service, Historic Jamestowne is a living history museum where visitors can explore the archaeological remains of the fort, learn about the daily life of the colonists, and see demonstrations of traditional 17th-century crafts. When Queen Elizabeth II visited the site in 2007, she noted Virginia was not just the site of the first English colony in North America, but also the beginning of the British Empire. In addition to its rich history, Historic Jamestowne is also home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it a popular destination for birders and nature lovers alike.
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- Washington, DC
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., is a tribute to the more than 58,000 service members who lost their lives during the Vietnam War. The memorial, which is composed of two black granite walls engraved with the names of those who perished, was completed in 1982. In the years since, it has become one of the most visited sites in the nation's capital, attracting more than 4 million visitors each year. The memorial has also become a focal point for national events such as Memorial Day and Veterans Day.
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- South Carolina
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie
Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park protects and interprets the sites, structures, landscapes and history associated with the first military engagements of the Civil War. The park encompasses two forts – Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the war were fired, and Fort Moultrie, where Confederate soldiers fought their first successful battle – as well as Liberty Square and Charleston Light. Located in Charleston, SC, on the banks of the Cooper River, the park also includes a Visitor Education Center that tells the story of the lead-up to the war, with exhibits on topics such as slavery and plantation culture, major figures, politics, and how the Confederate Army was formed. The Visitor Education Center is also the main departure point for tour boats heading to Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Montana
- Wyoming
Bighorn Canyon
Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, which straddles the border between Wyoming and Montana, was created following the construction of the Yellowtail Dam in the 1960s by the Bureau of Reclamation. The dam, named after the famous Crow leader Robert Yellowtail--who fought against its construction--harnesses the waters of the Bighorn River, 55 miles of which lie within the national recreation area. About one third of the park unit is located on the Crow Indian Reservation. Nearly one-quarter of the Pryor Mountains Wild Horse Range is also protected within the recreation area. Bighorn Canyon provides a number of recreational opportunities including boating, camping, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife watching.
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- Minnesota
Grand Portage NM
Grand Portage National Monument preserves a vital fur trading post and the historic 8.5-mile Grand Portage trail. It is located within the ancestral homeland of the Grand Portage Anishinaabe people. For centuries, this community has been the homeplace and center of tribal government for the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa (Ojibwe). In addition to donating approximately half of the land for the monument, the Band also provides critical support for park operations and programming. This site celebrates the rich cultural exchange between Ojibwe people and European fur traders during the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors can explore reconstructed buildings, learn about indigenous traditions, and hike the scenic trail, immersing themselves in a pivotal era of North American history.
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- Georgia
Cumberland Island
At 36 miles long and almost 9,000 acres in size, Cumberland Island is the largest of Georgia's Golden Isles and one of the largest undeveloped barrier islands in the world. The seashore features many different ecosystems including beaches and dunes, marshes, and freshwater lakes which are home to a diverse array of plant and animal life. In addition to its natural beauty, the national seashore also preserves and interprets many historic sites and structures from previous centuries. The island can only be accessed by boat and public access is limited in order to protect its fragile ecosystems. The Cumberland Island Visitor Center, Cumberland Island Museum, and ferry to the island are located in the town of St. Marys, Georgia. There are no amenities beyond restrooms and water fountains. With over 50 miles of trails and 18 miles of beach, the island offers wilderness area and undeveloped beaches, as well as historic sites and cultural ruins -- but no trash cans.
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