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The Mapping the National Parks collection documents the history, cultural aspects and geological formations of areas that eventually became National Parks. The collection consists of approximately 200 maps dating from the 17th century to the present, reflecting early mapping of the areas that would become four National Parks, as well as the parks themselves. Production of this collection is being supported by a generous gift from The Rockefeller Foundation.
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Understanding the Collection

About the Collection

A Brief History of Mapping the National Parks

Selected Bibliography

Related Resources

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Collection Connections

Working with the Collection

How to Order Reproductions

Viewing Maps

Map Images Background Information

Digitizing the Collection

Cataloging the Collection

Copyright and Other Restrictions

Acknowledgments


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