Statue Of Liberty Closes Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
Statue of Liberty National Monument closed Monday due to the coronavirus outbreak that's been expanding in parts of the United States.
- March 16th, 2020
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Statue Of Liberty's Original Torch Moves Into New Home
There are two torches that Lady Liberty held high over the Hudson River, and one of them you'll soon be able to walk up to without entering the statue.
- November 18th, 2018
What Might The National Park Service's Maintenance Priority List Look Like?
As Congress works in the coming months to reach accord on legislation that would provide billions of dollars to address the National Park System's nearly $12 billion in maintenance work that's been put off for a year or longer, the backlog continues to inch higher and higher. If a funding mechanism is passed, then the National Park Service will have to craft a national priority list of projects that need to be tackled. While that list doesn't exist yet, here's a look at some possible top priorities.
Statue of Liberty About To Get New Neighbor: A Museum That Honors Her
The Statue of Liberty’s original torch, a welcoming beacon for immigrants and boats in New York Harbor for nearly a century, will be the highlight of a new $70 million museum that depicts the statue’s history, influence, and legacy in the world.
Secondary Screening Facility Proposed At Statue Of Liberty National Monument
A secondary screening facility is being proposed for use at Statue of Liberty National Monument, where officials say it is needed to screen visitors and provide lockers for personal items not allowed in the Statue, such as backpacks, large purses, diaper bags, strollers, etc.
National Park Service Releases Apps For New York Metropolitan Parks
Visitors to New York City and Sandy Hook, New Jersey can now download and use three free apps to visit national parks, with 23 different locations, throughout New York Harbor. Locations include the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn, African Burial Ground, Federal Hall and Governors Island.
Park Service Hopes To Build Stand-Alone Museum At Statue Of Liberty
The National Park Service and Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island Foundation hope to move the current museum out of the statue’s pedestal and into a new 20,000-square-foot building within Statue of Liberty National Monument.
UNESCO Report Warns Of Collision Of Climate Change, Tourism Impacts
Tourism impacts and climate change stressors are on course to greatly affect Yellowstone, Mesa Verde, the Statue of Liberty and other UNESCO World Heritage Sites, according to a UNESCO report just out.
Duke University Hosts New Institute To Help Preserve National Park Landscapes
An institute being formed at Duke University in North Carolina hopes to improve the health of the National Park System through research, education, and public outreach.
Op-Ed | The Antiquities Act: Don't Break What Works For The National Park System
We have dedicated ourselves to this cause because we know that our parks and public lands represent the very best of America; they are the places that preserve our wondrous natural and cultural heritage and truly allow us to know and appreciate our nations unique and diverse story.
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The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.
Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.
Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.
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