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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.
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
Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania
The Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania battlefields are some of the most well-preserved and best-interpreted in the country. Here, visitors can gain a real sense of how brutal and destructive the Civil War was. The battlefields are also excellent examples of how the war changed the American landscape forever. The town of Fredericksburg was bombarded and looted by Union troops, while farms large and small were ruined throughout the area. Thousands of refugees were forced into the countryside, and more than 85,000 men were wounded or killed in these battles. The interpretive centers at each site help to tell the stories of the people who lived through this tragic time in American history.
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- Texas
Fort Davis
Fort Davis is a national historic site located in the Davis Mountains of West Texas. The fort was established in 1854 to protect the settlers from hostile Indians. The fort was named after Jefferson Davis, who later became President of the Confederate States of America. The fort served as an important outpost for the U.S. Army during the Indian Wars. The 24th and 25th U.S. Infantry regiments and the 9th and 10th U.S. Cavalry regiments, all-black regiments (known as the buffalo soldiers), were established after the Civil War and stationed at the post. Lt. Col. Wesley Merritt led Troops C, F, H, and I of the 9th Cavalry in their first battle against the Comanche at Buffalo Wallow in 1867. The fort was finally abandoned in 1891.
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- New Mexico
Fort Union
Fort Union National Monument, located near the New Mexico-Colorado border, is a historic site where the Santa Fe Trail intersected with the Old Spanish Trail. Originally designed as a symbol of American power, it later became a vital protector of settlers and trade. Beyond its military role, the fort influenced the region's culture and history through interactions with Native American and Hispanic communities. Today, the adobe wall ruins of the largest 19th century military fort in the region stand as a testament to its transformative legacy, offering visitors a glimpse into this unique chapter of American history.
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Explore Natural Parks
- Virginia
Cumberland State Forest
Virginia's second largest state forest was farmland a century ago. Today it features 121 miles of waterways and four small lakes: Arrowhead, Bonbrook, Winston and Oak Hill. There are 34 miles of forest trails to hike and bike, and great options for canoeing and kayaking, as well as horseback riding. Hunting and fishing require state permits.
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- California
Channel Islands
Channel Islands National Park is home to five remarkable islands, each with its own unique ecosystem. The islands were isolated for thousands of years, allowing unique plants and animals to thrive. Today, the Channel Islands are a popular tourist destination, known for their stunning scenery and abundance of wildlife. Visitors can see seals and seabirds, kayak in crystal-clear waters, hike along rocky cliffs, and explore ancient caves. Channel Islands National Park is a truly special place and a must-visit for anyone interested in conservation or the history of southern California.
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- Washington, DC
Judiciary Park
Judiciary Square in Washington, D.C., envisioned by Pierre L’Enfant in 1791, has long been a central legal and governmental hub. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the area houses the Historic Courthouse, completed in 1820, where President Lincoln signed the DC Emancipation Act in 1862, marking a significant moment in American civil rights history. Judiciary Park, which runs along Fourth Street, NW, in the southeast corner of the Historic Courthouse property, features a fountain, trees, grass, and curving brick paths. The Darlington Memorial Fountain, which includes two bronze statutes on top of the fountain, was installed in 1923, and is one of many contributing properties to the Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site. The park was refurbished and reopened on April 16, 2010, coinciding with DC Emancipation Day. The park commemorates Lincoln's legacy and offers a tranquil urban oasis for the community.
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