National Park Service (NPS)
Yellowstone National Park sign at the North Entrance; Jim Peaco; October 1992
About
On August 25, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson signed the "Organic Act" creating the National Park Service, a federal bureau in the Department of the Interior responsible for maintaining national parks and monuments that were then managed by the department. The National Park System has since expanded to 433 units (often referred to as parks), more than 150 related areas, and numerous programs that assist in conserving the nation's natural and cultural heritage for the benefit of current and future generations (National Park Service).
Helpful Resources
- About Us, National Park Service
- A Brief History of the National Park Service, ABC News (video)
Library Resources
Library of Congress Subject Headings
Ask a Question
Submit questions to yell_research_library@nps.gov. You can alternatively call the library at (307)344-2264, or visit us in person.
