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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
- Washington, DC
Meridian Hill Park
Meridian Hill Park, also known as Malcolm X Park, is a 12-acre urban park located in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Established in 1914, the park features a blend of Neoclassical and Italian Renaissance design, with its iconic 13-basin cascading fountain, grand staircases, and terraced gardens. The park is named for its location on a prime meridian line, offering panoramic views of the city. A popular spot for recreation and relaxation, it hosts weekly drum circles and other community events. It is also home to statues of historic figures, including Joan of Arc and James Buchanan.
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- Maryland
- West Virginia
- Washington, DC
C&O Canal NHP
The C&O Canal was once a vital link in America's transportation network, connecting the East Coast with the resources of the West. Today, it is a popular recreational destination, offering visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the history of this country. The canal stretches for nearly 187 miles, from Cumberland, Maryland to Georgetown in Washington D.C. Along the way, it passes through some of the most beautiful scenery in the country, including the Great Allegheny Passage and the Shenandoah Valley. The canal parallels the Potomac River and goes by the cataracts at Great Falls. The canal is also home to a wealth of plant and animal life, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.
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- New York
Kate Mullany NHS
The Kate Mullany House was the home of an early female labor leader who started the all-women Collar Laundry Union in Troy, New York. Kate Mullany was born in Ireland in 1845 and immigrated to the United States at a young age. In 1864, she organized approximately 300 women into the first sustained female union in the country, the Collar Laundry Union. Mullany went on to be its president and was elected second vice-president of the National Labor Union. In 2002, she was posthumously inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame. The Kate Mullany National Historic Site, located in her hometown of Troy, New York, was established in 2006 to preserve her legacy and promote an understanding of the role of women in labor history. Plans are in place to create a National Trade Union Women's Memorial at the Kate Mullany National Historic Site, a unit within the National Park System, in Troy, New York. It will honor women who have made significant contributions to support the labor movement and rights of workers nationwide.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Pennsylvania
Promised Land State Park
Promised Land State Park is a popular destination in the Pocono Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania. Located on the ancestral lands of the Lenape people, and covering an area of over 3,000 acres, the park features two large lakes, miles of hiking and biking trails, picnic areas, and several campgrounds. The park's centerpiece is the 422-acre Promised Land Lake, which is perfect for fishing, boating, and swimming. The park also offers a variety of outdoor activities such as kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. In the winter, visitors can enjoy cross-country skiing and ice fishing. With its stunning natural beauty and abundant recreational opportunities, Promised Land State Park is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts in the region.
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- Michigan
Mears State Park
Charles Mears State Park is located in the quaint village of Pentwater along the Lake Michigan shoreline. Paved campsite lots are surrounded by fine sand, and a swimming beach is adjacent to the harbor pier. In addition to fishing, swimming, camping, and picnicking, the park offers a one-mile hiking trail that ascends the Old Baldy sand dune. The existing park land was once owned by Charles Mears, an early settler of Pentwater. The land was donated to the State of Michigan in 1923 by Carrie Mears, the daughter of Charles Mears.
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- Colorado
Great Sand Dunes
Great Sand Dunes is an otherworldly landscape. The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, forests, alpine lakes and tundra. The area is the ancestral home of the Southern Ute Tribe and the Apache. If you're lucky enough to have a moonless night, the star-filled sky is unforgettable! The park is known for huge dunes like the towering Star Dune, and for the seasonal Medano Creek and beach created at the base of the dunes. Go sand-boarding and sledding to get the full experience.
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