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Valley Forge National Historical Park
Commander in Chief's Guard Huts
- Type: Place
The Commander in Chief's guard huts are reconstructed log structures representing the quarters where soldiers of General George Washington's guard lived during the Valley Forge encampment.
Boston African American National Historic Site
Edmund Jackson
- Type: Person
Boston merchant and abolitionist Edmund Jackson served on the 1850 Boston Vigilance Committee.
Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site
Augusta National Golf Club
- Type: Place
- Type: Article
Forest regeneration in the National Capital Region continues to slowly improve, especially in parks that manage their deer populations. A look at forest regeneration capacity based on monitoring data from 2024.
Grand Canyon National Park
Bright Angel Trailhead
- Type: Place
Bright Angel Trailhead is located just west of Bright Angel Lodge, Lookout Studio, and Kolb Studio. At 6,840 feet (2,085 m), it provides access for hikers and mules to many inner canyon destinations. From the Hermit Road Interchange shuttle bus stops, it is a short walk to the east, and up a hill, on a paved footpath to the trailhead. This winter, a number of trail closures (on parts of Bright Angel Trail) are in effect. Click on the link for details.
Grand Canyon National Park
Bright Angel Trail
- Type: Place
Bright Angel Trail lets hikers walk in the footsteps of the canyon's Indigenous Peoples, miners, and early tourists, as they descend into the canyon's depths. Offering big views, morning and afternoon shade, resthouses, vault toilets, and water stations during the summer. The water is OFF at 1.5- and 3-mile resthouses. Portions of Bright Angel Trail are closed for waterline construction, Visit the link for a list of trail closures.
Grand Canyon National Park
South Kaibab Trail
- Type: Place
This well-maintained dirt trail offering wonderful expansive views. This is a great trail for short day hiking trips into the canyon of half a day or less. During winter months foot traction and hiking poles are advised when trail surfaces are icy. There is no public parking at the South Kaibab Trailhead. Please park at the Visitor Center, then take the Kaibab (Orange) Route shuttle bus to the trailhead. It is a 9-minute ride from the Visitor Center to the Trailhead.
Colorado National Monument
Otto's Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Otto's Trail in Colorado National Monument leads to excellent views of Wedding and Monument Canyons, including Independence Monument.
Colorado National Monument
Old Gordon Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Old Gordon Trail in Colorado National Monument begins at the Devils Kitchen Trailhead, just inside the East (Grand Junction) Entrance. Trail travels uphill on sandstone slabs most of the way.
Colorado National Monument
Monument Canyon Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Monument Canyon Trail in Colorado National Monument has upper access from Rim Rock Drive and a lower trailhead accessed from outside the Monument. Trail travels along the feet of many of the named monoliths.
Colorado National Monument
Echo Canyon Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Echo Canyon Trail shares the same trailhead as Old Gordon and Devils Kitchen Trails. This canyon lives up to its name, as just talking with your hiking partner often results in echoes off the canyon walls.
Colorado National Monument
Devils Kitchen Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Devils Kitchen Trail begins just inside the East (Grand Junction) Entrance. Less than a mile hike leads to a grotto of sandstone towers and boulders.
Colorado National Monument
Corkscrew Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Corkscrew Trail in Colorado National Monument begins at Liberty Cap Trail from the Wildwood Trailhead. Sections of this winding trail were originally built by John Otto.
Colorado National Monument
Coke Ovens Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Coke Ovens Trail in Colorado National Monument is a short hike down onto the rock formation of the same name. You won't find views of the Coke Ovens themselves, but you'll find excellent views of the upper reaches of Monument Canyon.
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
Burial Site of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
- Type: Place
The Burial Site of Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park is a place of reflection and remembrance, honoring the legacy of the 39th President of the United States and the former First Lady.
Colorado National Monument
Alcove Nature Trail (Colorado National Monument)
- Type: Place
Alcove Nature Trail, located across Rim Rock Drive from Saddlehorn Visitor Center, is a half-mile out-and-back nature trail. Paper trail guides are available at the trailhead or at the information desk in the visitor center.
Chesapeake Bay
St. Clement’s Island Museum
- Type: Place
Discover the St Clement’s Island Museum where Maryland's founding story comes to life. Explore exhibits that highlight the rich history of the Piscataway People and early settlers. Stand on the historic island where the first English settlers landed in 1634, accessible by water taxi. Experience the beauty of the Potomac River and immerse yourself in the culture that shaped the Chesapeake Bay. Don’t miss the chance to learn and explore this unique site in St. Mary’s County.
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The struggle for equal education in Boston began in the late 1780s and continued through the 1970s when turbulent protests engulfed the city. Historic sites that now comprise the National Parks of Boston served as the setting for several of the movement's most contentious moments.
Homestead National Historical Park
Cupid Steward
- Type: Person
In 1879, Steward submitted homesteadapplication number 9952at the Huntsville, Alabamalandoffice, requesting a patent for160and19/100 acres of land atthesouthwest quadrantof Section 14, Township3S, Range 6E in JacksonCounty, Alabama.
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Learn about the decade-long effort to build a Memorial House to honor George Washington at his birthplace.