I had no idea of its place in American History. Founded by Alexander Hamilton (of Broadway fame), Patterson, was the first city in the US founded specifically to be an industrial city. This is the reason that this park, the Patterson Great Falls National Historic Park was commissioned in 1976. History Soon after becoming the first Secretary … [Read more...]
National Historic Parks
Guide to Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site – Montana
History of Grant-Kohrs Ranch The history of Grant-Kohrs Ranch started like many others, with a business idea. In 1840s, Canadian Johnny Francis Grant and his brother James began making their fortune trading with travelers moving west along the Oregon Trail. Their business would trade one healthy cow or horse for two trail-weary ones. Over time, … [Read more...]
NPS: Golden Spike National Historical Park
One of the greatest achievements of the 19th Century, the Golden Spike NHP commemorates the completion of the transcontinental railroad. The linking of the East and West lines was an important step in uniting the country together. Places to See Promontory Station Doubling as the Visitor Center, Promontory Station is the location of … [Read more...]
NPS: Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
Did you know Ohio's Place in Aviation History? The Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park traces the legacy of the Wright Brothers, Dayton's most famous sons. Their work truly pushed forward the age of flight. History of Dayton Aviation Heritage NHP Kitty Hawk, 1903 The two brother's from Ohio, fly their heavier than air … [Read more...]
NPS: First Ladies National Historic Site – Ohio
The First Ladies National Historic Site Info Established in 2000, the First Ladies National Historic Site in Canton Ohio commemorates and preserves clothing and other items of the various first ladies who have inhabited this position. The site comprises two different sites, The Ida Saxton McKinley Historic Home and the Education Center. The … [Read more...]
NPS: Thomas Edison’s Laboratory National Historic Park – West Orange NJ
Going to school for engineering, it was not possible to not know the name Thomas Edison. Certainly even if you are not an engineer you have heard the name of one of the world’s most famous inventors. And if you know a bit more about the man and the legend, you know that he did much of his best work in New Jersey. Thomas Edison's Laboratory … [Read more...]