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Nicodemus National Historic Site
Township Hall
- Type: Place
Built from 1937-1939 as a Works Progress Administration (WPA) project with local limestone, the Nicodemus Township Hall has served as a central meeting place for the community for decades. Representing the pillar of self-determination in African American communities, this building hosted everything from voting and township meetings to dances and roller-skating. It currently houses the site's visitor center.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Glen Haven General Store
- Type: Place
There was only one place in the late 19th century and 20th century that provided the necessities for life-meat, produce, fabrics, communication and tools: the General Store. It was the hub of D.H. Day's company. The lumbermen and dock workers were paid in company "scrip" so they could only shop at this store. At different times in its history, the store served as a post office, ticket and freight office for steamers, telegraph station, lumber salesroom, and more.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Blacksmith Shop
- Type: Place
Built around 1867, the Blacksmith Shop was an indispensable component of the maritime village. Not only did the shop forge metal works, but it also served as the town's carpentry center. Nearly everyone in town had some need for the blacksmith's services, which included crafting and repairing oxen yolks, tools, and carriages, shoeing horses, and constructing pre-built homes, dining halls, and horse barns.
- Type: Place
Experience the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and discover historic boats, engaging exhibits, and all-ages programming that celebrate the Bay's history, environment, & culture. Watch skilled craftsmen in the working shipyard and enjoy scenic waterfront views. Located in St. Michael’s, this captivating destination invites you to explore the Chesapeake story through hands-on learning, world-class exhibitions, & on-the-water experiences. Your Chesapeake adventure begins here.
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park
Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller Mansion
- Type: Place
Originally built in 1805 by Charles Marsh Sr., father of George Perkins Marsh, the federal-style brick house was sold to Frederick Billings in 1869. Billings renovated the home into a Queen Anne style mansion. In 1954, Billings' granddaughter, Mary French Rockefeller, inherited the home and estate with her husband, Laurance Rockefeller. In 1992, the couple donated the property to the National Park Service. Interior tours are available May-October.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Boston Store Trailhead
- Type: Place
The Village of Boston grew up alongside a canal on the east side of the Cuyahoga River and a railroad on the west side of the river. Boston Store Trailhead provides limited mobility parking on the east side. Use it to access the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and refreshments at Boston Store. This small trailhead does not accommodate over-sized vehicles.
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
USS Utah Memorial
- Type: Place
On December 7, 1941, Oklahoma's port (left) side was hit by eight torpedoes at the very start of the attack. In less than twelve minutes, she rolled over until her masts touched the bottom, trapping hundreds of men inside and under the water. Four hundred twenty-nine crew members died. Of those trapped inside, only 32 could be rescued.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Hanka Homestead Museum
- Type: Place
The Hanka Homestead was occupied by members of the Hanka family, Finnish immigrants, from 1896 until 1966. Herman Hanka settled here with his family after he was injured in a copper mining accident. The farm was originally homesteaded at a time of mass immigration from Finland to the United States. The homestead is relatively intact and unaltered from its appearance in the 1920s. This museum is an official partner of Keweenaw National Historical Park.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Quincy Mine
- Type: Place
Manhattan Project National Historical Park
Geography of Oak Ridge
- Type: Place
Why was a rural area of East Tennessee chosen for one of the largest wartime undertakings in history? The geography of Oak Ridge proved vital to the Manhattan Project’s success. Learn why General Leslie Groves selected Oak Ridge to host the massive uranium-enrichment effort.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Houghton County Historical Museum
- Type: Place
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Delaware Mine
- Type: Place
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Adventure Mining Company
- Type: Place
Visit the Adventure Mine.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Ontonagon County Historical Museum
- Type: Place
Boston African American National Historic Site
Edmund Jackson
- Type: Person
Boston merchant and abolitionist Edmund Jackson served on the 1850 Boston Vigilance Committee.
Grand Canyon National Park
Backcountry Information Center
- Type: Place
The Backcountry Info Center is open daily from 8 am–noon; and 1 pm–5 pm, and provides information, permits, and trip planning assistance about day and overnight hikes into the canyon. The building is located in the village by Parking Lot D, and across the railroad tracks from Maswik Lodge. Park in Lot D, then take the free, early morning Hikers' Express bus from Backcountry Info Center to South Kaibab Trailhead.
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.
Capitol Reef National Park
Scenic Drive Stop 8
- Type: Place
The incredible, edible pinyon pine helps many species survive in a harsh desert environment.
- Type: Place
Step aboard Pride II, a reproduction Baltimore Clipper, and sail into the Chesapeake’s maritime past. Explore its history from privateering in the War of 1812 to life on the Bay today. Tour the deck or set sail for a hands-on adventure! As part of the NPS Chesapeake Gateways, Pride II offers a unique way to experience the Bay’s seafaring heritage.
Chesapeake Bay
Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House
- Type: Place
Explore the Lock House Museum, a historic gem on the National Register of Historic Places, where the Susquehanna & Tidewater Canal’s story unfolds. Discover exhibits, including a working lock model and period-furnished rooms that bring 19th-century life to life. Step outside to walk the scenic Joe K Trail or cross the replica swing bridge, connecting you to the beautiful waterfront. Visit today and uncover the rich heritage of the Chesapeake Bay region.