U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial statue with DC memorials in the distance

Commemorating Veterans

Visit a battlefield, historic site, or memorial on Veterans Day to reflect on the service of the nation's veterans.

Two Cherokee Warriors in traditional outfits

Heritage of Indigenous Peoples

History of past and present cultures is preserved in parks across the country, where culture of today is also celebrated and shared.

Visitors walking on path to the top of a large prehistoric earthen mound

Getaway to Ocmulgee National Monument

In the heart of Georgia lies a place that encompasses more than 17,000 years of human history.

Ranger taking selfie with students in a classroom

Tools for Educators

National parks are America's largest classrooms. In preparation for America's Education Week, find lesson plans about these special places.

Teenagers looking through binoculars

Building Community

Partnerships provide invaluable support by helping to preserve special places and getting more people involved with their national parks.

Park ranger talking to news reporter

National Park News

Find the latest news and events, search for images and videos, and discover facts and figures about the national parks.





Happy Birthday, National Park Service!

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Experience the sounds of national parks in this new public service announcement from the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation. Park images and sounds serenade the National Park Service on the occasion of its 100th birthday in 2016.