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The Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa was the site of the last concert performed by Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "the Big Bopper" Richardson hours before a tragic plane accident claimed their lives in February 1959. The performance at the Surf Ballroom has entered American cultural memory and played a major role on the early development of rock 'n' roll music.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Restoring Butterfly Habitat at Terra Vista
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Citizen scientists monitoring butterflies at the Terra Vista Natural Study Area provide important data for the habitat restoration team.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Finding Moses Cleaveland Trees in Cuyahoga Valley
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For Cleveland’s 225th anniversary, park staff tracked down the last Moses Cleaveland Tree living in Cuyahoga Valley.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Battling Invasive Plants in Cuyahoga Valley
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Throughout the growing season, volunteers and staff improve park habitats by removing invasive plants. Cut, pull, dig, or spray—and repeat! Learn which ones are the biggest problem and how you can help.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Creating Cuyahoga Valley National Park: 50 Moments That Tell the Story
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In honor of our 50th anniversary year in 2025, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is highlighting 50 key events that help define who and what we are. They showcase the many partners that have come together to preserve open space, create opportunities for recreation, clean up pollution, restore habitats, and save historic resources.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
When Was That? Key Dates in Making Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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In honor of our 50th anniversary year in 2025, Cuyahoga Valley National Park is compiling this list of key dates in our history.
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Just a short drive from many Mid-Atlantic cities, the Northern Neck National Heritage Area offers a journey back in time. Whether for a day, weekend, or week, you’ll find endless opportunities to explore history, enjoy coastal charm, and experience natural beauty. From historic sites to scenic byways, there’s always something new to discover in this unique corner of Virginia.
Glacier National Park
Avalanche Lake Trail
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The Avalanche Lake Trail begins in the same place as the Trail of the Cedars and the Avalanche Campground. The trail climbs steadily through an old growth forest to an alpine like with outstanding waterfalls. Avalanche Lake 2.3 mi (3.7 km), one way Elevation gain: 500 ft (152 m) Trailhead: Avalanche Picnic Area
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
Katie Shepard
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Katie Shepard owned "The Beeches" hotel on North Manitou Island.
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The Columbia Sensitive Resource Zone in Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a case study in trying to find a sustainable balance between resource conservation and recreation. Learn more about the sensitive resource zone and how park visitors can engage in shared stewardship.
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Between October 18 and October 22, 2023, 268 volunteers donated 4,776 service hours to build trail along the Ice Age National Scenic Trail.
Manassas National Battlefield Park
Information Panel: Retreat From Chinn Ridge
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Colonel Oliver O. Howard's brigade brought up the rear of the Federal flanking column. After crossing Bull Run, the New Englanders hastened toward the sounds of battle. In the mid-afternoon heat, dozens of men straggled on the march or collapsed by the roadside. By the time they reached the front, Union hopes for victory were fading.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Carnegie Museum of the Keweenaw
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The historic Carnegie Museum.
Scotts Bluff National Monument
Scotts Bluff National Monument Store
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Keweenaw National Historical Park
Calumet & Hecla Round House
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C&H built the Round House to support and maintain the most expansive mining company railroad.
Boston National Historical Park
John James Takacs
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John was one of six children (three boys and three girls) of Stephen and Elizabeth Takacs, who immigrated from Hungary. John grew up in a Bridgeport, Connecticut. In mid-December he arrived in California and on December 31, 1943, he joined the crew of USS Cassin Young (DD-973). Cassin Young was hit by a second kamikaze on July 30, 1945. Forty-five sailors were wounded and 22 were killed. WT2c(T) John Takacs was one of them.
Keweenaw National Historical Park
Delaware Mine
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Keweenaw National Historical Park
Fort Wilkins Historic State Park
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The U.S. Army built Fort Wilkins in 1844 to keep the peace in Michigan’s Copper Country. However, by 1870 the army permanently abandoned the facility. It now serves as an example of mid-19th century army life on the northern frontier. Fort Wilkins Historic State Park is a Keweenaw Heritage Sites partner of Keweenaw National Historical Park.
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The Japanese YWCA, also known as the Issei Women's Building, was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2020. The property is being recognized for its association to the history of Japanese American Issei (first generation) women, the African American Civil Rights movement, and the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights movement.
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The national Historic Landmark nomination for the Henry Gerber House in Chicago, Illinois became official during Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual (LGB) Pride month in 2015. The NHL now stands as an exceptional example of LGB history within the Midwest region.