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Historical Parks

Many national and state parks have a connection to famous persons and places in U.S. history. From African American heritage and Hispanic culture to revolutionary battles and influential women, the United States is preserving these historic sites to remember the past and build the future.

Golden Spike National Historic Site

The History of the Transcontinental Railroad, including information on visiting the Golden Spike National Historic Site

Sonoma State Historical Park

Information on Sonoma State Historical Park, located in Sonoma, California.

Women's Rights National Historical Park

Discover how five women changed the world.

Alaska Historic Parks, Preserves, and Monuments

Information to help you learn more about the many officially preserved historic sites in the state of Alaska.

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site

Located just across the river from the LBJ Ranch House, it features a visitor center with exhibits and programs. The Sauer-Beckmann Farmstead, located east of the visitor center and off the nature trial, is a living history farm.

Fort Laramie National Historic Site i

Fort Laramie, on the eastern Wyoming prairie, was a fur-trade post from 1834 to 1849 and a major military post from 1849 to 1890. It figured prominently in the covered wagon migrations to Oregon and California.
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