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From neighborhood parks to remote wilderness, America is full of places to relax, explore, and make lasting memories. Wh...
06/01/2026

From neighborhood parks to remote wilderness, America is full of places to relax, explore, and make lasting memories. Whether you're hiking a trail, paddling a river, or watching a sunset, everyone can celebrate Great Outdoors Month and enjoy the natural splendor of our country.

Photo by Evan Sloyka

05/31/2026
On May 31, 1889, the South Fork Dam failed, releasing more than 4.8 billion gallons of water. The flood devastated Johns...
05/31/2026

On May 31, 1889, the South Fork Dam failed, releasing more than 4.8 billion gallons of water. The flood devastated Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and claimed the lives of over 2,200 people. Today, on National Dam Safety Awareness Day, we honor those lives by continuing efforts to improve dam safety across the country.

Johnstown Flood National Memorial preserves the remains of the dam and tells the story of one of the deadliest disasters in American history. The site invites visitors to reflect on the tragedy and the remarkable relief efforts that followed.

When leg day never ends...  The black-necked stilt is all legs, all confidence, and always scanning the shallow waters f...
05/30/2026

When leg day never ends...

The black-necked stilt is all legs, all confidence, and always scanning the shallow waters for snacks like bugs and crustaceans.

Photo by Cape Hatteras National Seashore

Let your eyes adjust to the dazzling fireflies at Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee and North Carolina. T...
05/29/2026

Let your eyes adjust to the dazzling fireflies at Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee and North Carolina. The synchronous fireflies (aka lightning bugs) are among the 19 species found in the park. 💡

This remarkable light display graces the southern Appalachians for a brief yet magnificent period from mid-May to mid-June. Due to high demand, tickets are awarded in the spring using a lottery system. Please check back in early 2027 for details.

Photos by David Caldwell

05/28/2026

The last time water flowed from the Columbus Circle fountain at Union Station, the first iPhone didn’t exist. 🤯

For the first time since 2007, the fountain is flowing again.

Today, Secretary Doug Burgum and the National Park Service celebrated the reopening of the rehabilitated fountain and plaza as part of President Trump’s efforts to keep the Nation’s Capital safe, beautiful, and worthy of the greatest nation on Earth. 🇺🇸

On this day in history, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge welcomed its first travelers. The bridge first opened to pedestria...
05/27/2026

On this day in history, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge welcomed its first travelers.

The bridge first opened to pedestrians on May 27, 1937, before welcoming vehicles the very next day. What began as an engineering marvel, the bridge has now become one of the most recognized landmarks in America.

Today, the bridge also serves as a gateway to adventure. Golden Gate National Recreation Area offers miles of scenic trails, historic sites, beaches, wildlife viewing, biking, paddling, and sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.

Photo by Leonard Rus

Critical minerals power so much of daily life.  ⚡ Energy grids   🛰️ Defense systems   📱 Smartphones   💻 Advanced tech  I...
05/27/2026

Critical minerals power so much of daily life.

⚡ Energy grids

🛰️ Defense systems

📱 Smartphones

💻 Advanced tech

Interior is the lead agency for critical mineral research and mining because these resources keep America strong, secure, and competitive.

Photo by U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)

From the depths of the Great Depression rose one of the greatest engineering achievements in American history. 🇺🇸 Built ...
05/26/2026

From the depths of the Great Depression rose one of the greatest engineering achievements in American history. 🇺🇸

Built in less than five years, Hoover Dam stands as a lasting symbol of American innovation, grit, and determination. Thousands of workers and families came to Black Canyon to help turn a bold vision into reality.

During Memorial Day weekend, the Bureau of Reclamation joined leaders from Nevada, Arizona, and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority at Hoover Dam to honor the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country and help launch the road to America250 with one of the most ambitious patriotic installations ever displayed at one of America’s most iconic landmarks.

The special light display will illuminate Hoover Dam nightly through Saturday, July 4th.

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