National Park Service Historic Photograph Collection

Yellowstone National Park 1916

On August 25, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed the "Organic Act" which stated that the "[National Park Service] will conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and wildlife therein, and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations." The 83 million acres of lands that are the National Parks offer numerous possibilities for educational, inspirational and recreational activities. With nearly 400 parks nationwide, the largest of which resides in our own state of Alaska (Wrangell St. Elias National Park), the Park Service holds over 21,000 buildings and 17,000 miles (27,000km) of trails for the enjoyment of it's visitors.

With the 92nd anniversary of the National Park Service fast approaching, The Alaska Public Lands Information Center invites you to join us for cake and refreshments at our Anchorage location on Monday, August 25th, to help us celebrate this milestone.

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