Most people know that the National Park Service cares for national parks, a network of over 420 natural, cultural and recreational sites across the nation. The treasures in this system – the first of its kind in the world – have been set aside by the American people to preserve, protect, and share the legacies of this land.
People from all around the world visit national parks to experience America's story, marvel at the natural wonders, and have fun. Places like the Grand Canyon, the Statue of Liberty, and Gettysburg are popular destinations, but so too are the hundreds of lesser known yet equally meaningful gems like Rosie the Riveter in California, Boston Harbor Islands in Massachusetts, and Russell Cave in Alabama.
The American system of national parks was the first of its kind in the world, and provides a living model for other nations wishing to establish and manage their own protected areas. The park service actively consults with these Nations, sharing what we've learned, and gaining knowledge from the experience of others.
Beyond national parks, the National Park Service helps communities across America preserve and enhance important local heritage and close-to-home recreational opportunities. Grants and assistance are offered to register, record and save historic places; create community parks and local recreation facilities; conserve rivers and streams, and develop trails and greenways.
Company Details
- Employees
- 14.56K
- Founded
- -
- Address
- 1849 C Street N.w., Washington,d.c. 20240,united States
- Industry
- Government Administration
- NAICS
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Public AdministrationJustice, Public Order, and Safety ActivitiesSpace Research and TechnologyLegal Counsel and ProsecutionCorrectional InstitutionsParole Offices and Probation OfficesFire Protection
- Website
- http://www.nps.gov
- Keywords
- "land management", preservation, conservation, "natural resources", "historic resources", "outdoor recreation", "museum management", "heritage recreation", "cultural resources", trails, waterways, wildlife, "public lands", "experiential learning", "heritage tourism", "adventure tourism", "place-based education", "protected area", "ecosystem management".
- HQ
- Washington, D.C.
- Competitors
- Wildlife Conservation Society, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), Ocean Conservancy, National Geographic, U.S. Department of the Interior, National Wildlife Federation, The Nature Conservancy, National Parks Conservation Association, USDA Forest Service, National Geographic Society.
National Park Service Questions
National Park Service's website is http://www.nps.gov
National Park Service's LinkedIn profile is https://www.linkedin.com/company/nationalparkservice
National Park Service has
14.56K employees.
View email and phone details for 14.56K
employees at National Park Service.
National Park Service's industry is
Government Administration
National Park Service's top competitors are
Wildlife Conservation Society,
U.s. Fish And Wildlife Service (Usfws),
Ocean Conservancy,
National Geographic,
U.s. Department Of The Interior,
National Wildlife Federation,
The Nature Conservancy,
National Parks Conservation Association,
Usda Forest Service,
National Geographic Society.
National Park Service's categories are Government Administration
National Park Service's founding year is 1916
