European Heritage

"History is a guide to navigation in perilous times. History is who we are and why we are the way we are." - David McCullough

Women and children outside of Heineman's Grocery in downtown Calumet, Michigan

Keweenaw NHP Archives

In many ways, the story of America is the story of movement—the unprecedented migration of people, ideas, and beliefs. The Statue of Liberty stands as perhaps the most iconic symbol of our nation’s largely immigrant past and its European heritage in particular. Under the watchful gaze of this imposing monument, lives converged. Read more »

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  European Heritage

  Places

  Learn about parks and places associated with European American history and herigate.

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  European Heritage

  People

  Learn about European Americans and their role in American history

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  European Heritage

  Education Resources

  Find education resources associated with European American history in the United States

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  European Heritage

  Theme Study

  Find theme studies focusing on European American history and heritage

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  European Heritage

  Additional Resources

  Find more NPS resources about European American history and heritage here