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Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

The lava flow lies on the land like a dream, a wonderland of rock. A thousand years ago the ground […]

A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States “The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World”

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and

Towering 800 feet above the North Platte River, Scotts Bluff has served as a landmark for peoples from Native Americans

Tucked away in the middle of New Mexico you’ll find Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument. Its three distinct sites offer

Russell Cave National Monument is an archeological site with one of the most complete records of prehistoric cultures in the

Rainbow Bridge is one of the world’s largest known natural bridges. The span has undoubtedly inspired people throughout time–from the

Now a nearly forgotten culture, Poverty Point at its peak 3,000 years ago was part of an enormous trading network

The rich history of Pipe Spring and its flowing water comes alive as you explore the traditions of the Kaibab

For over 3,000 years, Indigenous people have quarried the red stone at this site to make pipes used in prayer

Petroglyph National Monument protects one of the largest petroglyph sites in North America, featuring designs and symbols carved onto volcanic

Look closely. Look again. The sights and sounds of Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument, an International Biosphere Reserve, reveal a