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History
Gulf Islands National Seashore was established in 1971 by Act of Congress to provide recreation for visitors and to protect the wildlife, barrier islands, salt marshes, historic structures, and archeological sites along the shores of the Gulf of Mexico. In 1978, Congress set aside Horn Island and Petit Bois Island as Wilderness areas.
Gulf Islands National Seashore Act
A Text of the 1971 Act that established the national seashore.History of the Gulf Islands Area- Florida
The National Park Service provides an historical overview that covers shipbuilding, the historic forts, and some of the people associated with Florida history in this area.History of the Gulf Islands Area- Mississippi
The National Park Service includes information on Fort Massachusetts, Ship Island, Louisiana Native Guards, and other cultural resources of the area.Nature in the Gulf Islands Area - Florida
Learn about the plants, animals, geology and resource management of this area.Nature in the Gulf Islands Area - Mississippi
Learn about the plants, animals, geology and resource management of this area.