97-days until the National Park Service Centennial

On May 20th, 2016 we find ourselves 97-days away from the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service. Here is some National Park Service history from 97-years ago in 1919.

  • Acadia National Park is established by Congress (February 26th, 1919)
  • Grand Canyon National Park is established by Congress (February 26th, 1919)
  • Zion National Park is established by Congress (November 19th, 1919)

Establishing Acadia National Park
Originally known as Lafayette National Park, Acadia was established in 1919.

Establishing Grand Canyon National Park

Establishing Zion National Park