• View of Half Dome and Washington Column in Yosemite Valley

    Yosemite

    National Park California

Anniversaries

Birth of Preservation

June 30, 2014: 150th Anniversary of the Yosemite Grant Act

The story of Yosemite National Park's past, present, and future is one shared by many diverse cultures of people and is momentous to the birth of preservation. These anniversaries provide all Americans and the world a chance to increase our understanding of and dedication to the rich heritage of our national parks.

Our mission: The Yosemite Grant 150th honors our past and inspires people to experience, connect with, and protect our cultural and natural heritage.

Volunteer for our Anniversary effort: www.volunteer.gov/gov


We plan to integrate these anniversaries into our efforts, as well:

September 3, 2014: 50th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act

October 1, 2015: 125th Anniversary of Yosemite National Park

August 25, 2016: 100th Anniversary of the National Park Service

Did You Know?

Gaylor Lake

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