National Museum of the American Indian
The museum does a good job of showing the viewpoints of the Native Nations and of the U.S. and highlighting the clash of these cultures.
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32°21'0.42"N, 90°52'55.68"W
Vicksburg
Mississippi
Louisiana
Vicksburg offers a ton of Civil War history in one location
Vicksburg NMP offers a great glimpse at a terrible time in our nation's history. Now it just needs to be kept up better!
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32°21'0.42"N, 90°52'55.68"W
Vicksburg
Mississippi
Louisiana
Vicksburg offers a ton of Civil War history in one location
Vicksburg NMP offers a great glimpse at a terrible time in our nation's history. Now it just needs to be kept up better!
18°20'43.19"N, 64°44'19.9"W
Virgin Islands National Park
U.S. Virgin Islands
Best way to explore the US Virgin Islands National Park
Join Alice as she explores the US Virgin Islands National Park on St. John in the Caribbean. Start the day with a short hike and then hit the ocean.
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18°20'43.19"N, 64°44'19.9"W
Virgin Islands National Park
U.S. Virgin Islands
Best way to explore the US Virgin Islands National Park
Join Alice as she explores the US Virgin Islands National Park on St. John in the Caribbean. Start the day with a short hike and then hit the ocean.
22°12'43.65"N, 159°24'26.39"W
Hawai'i Volcanoes
Hawaii
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and an Epic Hike up Mauna Loa Volcano
Join Alice as she explores Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and takes an epic hike up Mauna Loa Volcano.
Alice Ford
22°12'43.65"N, 159°24'26.39"W
Hawai'i Volcanoes
Hawaii
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and an Epic Hike up Mauna Loa Volcano
Join Alice as she explores Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and takes an epic hike up Mauna Loa Volcano.
Explore Historical Parks
- Washington, DC
World War I Memorial
The World War I Memorial honors the more than four million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces during World War I. More than 116,000 Americans were killed in action during the war. The principal feature of the memorial is an 80-foot-long relief sculpture by sculptor Paul Manship entitled "Spirit of America." The sculpture depicts a winged figure representing victory carrying a laurel wreath and a shield with symbols representing liberty, justice, and friendship. Inscriptions on the memorial include quotes from President Woodrow Wilson and General John J. Pershing as well as a list of American engagements during World War I.
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- Washington, DC
World War II Memorial
The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million people who served in the American armed forces during World War II. It consists of 56 pillars, representing the states and territories of the United States at the time of World War II, as well as a pair of small triumphal arches for the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. The memorial surrounds an oval plaza and fountain, and replaces the former site of the Rainbow Pool at the eastern end of the Reflecting Pool, between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument.
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- Colorado
Amache NHS
Commemorating a dark chapter in American history, the Amache National Historic Site in southeastern Colorado was one of 10 incarceration sites for Japanese Americans during World War II. From 1942-45, over 10,000 people of Japanese descent - most US citizens - were detained here under the War Relocation Authority established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. In all, more than 120,000 people were yanked from their homes and moved into government-run camps while America was at war with Japan. Many endured harsh and overcrowded conditions, despite military propaganda that portrayed the camps as benign. Today, the original foundations of Amache are visible on the landscape. The site also has a cemetery and several reconstructed buildings from the camp era.
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Explore Natural Parks
- New York
Adirondack Park
Adirondack Park spans over six million acres, making it the largest state park in the U.S. Unlike most state parks, about 52 percent of the land is privately owned inholdings. This breathtaking expanse boasts more than 10,000 lakes, 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, an estimated 200,000 acres of old-growth forests, and rugged mountains, including the iconic Adirondack High Peaks. The area is the historic home of the the Haudenosaunee Confederacy, also known as the Iroquois Confederacy, which consisted of several Native American nations, including the Mohawk, Oneida, Onondaga, Cayuga, Seneca, and Tuscarora. A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, the park offers endless opportunities for hiking, camping, boating, and wildlife observation. Part of New York’s Forest Preserve, which was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1963, the park also has a rich cultural heritage, with charming Adirondack-style architecture and small towns dotting the landscape.
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- Nebraska
Agate Fossil Beds
Agate Fossil Beds National Monument offers a captivating blend of paleontological treasures and Native American history. Renowned for its extensive collection of ancient Miocene-era fossils, the park provides a glimpse into prehistoric life and contains the remains of rhinoceroses, horses, calicotheres, camels, entelodonts and beardogs. . Rich in mammal remains and featuring unique "Devil's Corkscrews," the site is a haven for science enthusiasts. Additionally, it pays homage to the Native American Lakota Sioux, emphasizing the cultural significance of the region. Visitors can explore the past, appreciate nature, and delve into a tapestry of Earth's history at Agate Fossil Beds.
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- Colorado
Mesa Verde
For over 700 years, the Ancestral Pueblo people built thriving communities on the mesas and in the cliffs of Mesa Verde. Today, the park protects the archaeological treasures and rich cultural heritage of 26 Native American Tribes and offers visitors a spectacular window into the past. Renowned for its well-preserved cliff dwellings, the park showcases the ingenuity and culture of these ancient inhabitants. Established in 1906, Mesa Verde encompasses over 5,000 archaeological sites, including iconic structures like Cliff Palace and Balcony House. This UNESCO World Heritage Site and International Dark Sky Park is home to over a thousand species of plants, including several that live nowhere else on earth.
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