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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Wa (State): Nez Perce Natl Historical Park

For Students 9th - 10th
Of the 38 sites in this park that commemorates the history of the Nez Perce people, two are in Washington: the Burial Site of Chief Joseph the Younger and Nez Perce Campsites at Nespelem.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Old Customhouse

For Students 9th - 10th
This 1827 Adobe structure is the oldest public building in California and is where the American Flag was raised, declaring California part of the United States. It is now a museum located inside the Monterey State Historic Park, itself a...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Petaluma Adobe

For Students 9th - 10th
The largest example of Monterey Colonial architecture in the United States, this adobe structure was the ranch house of General Mariano Guadalupe Vallejo, commandant of the Sonoma Pueblo. It is now the centerpiece of Petaluma Adobe State...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Massachusetts: Ernestina (Schooner)

For Students 9th - 10th
Ernestina is the oldest surviving Grand Banks fishing schooner, and the only surviving 19th century fishing schooner built in Gloucester. Owned by the state and under the overall aegis of the New Bedford Whaling National Historical Park,...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Pony Express Terminal

For Students 9th - 10th
The Western end of the Pony Express, this bank building has also served as the first home of the Supreme Court of California. It is now part of the Old Sacramento State Historic Park, itself a National Historic Landmark District.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Massachusetts: John Adams Birthplace

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the house in which United States President John Adams was born on October 30, 1735. It is now part of the Adams National Historical Park.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Missouri: Arrow Rock

For Students 9th - 10th
The crossing of the Missouri River at Arrow Rock, which was recorded in the 1700s, played an important role in early explorations, such as the Lewis and Clark expedition in 1804, that led to the opening of the American West. A ferry was...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Larkin House

For Students 9th - 10th
This house, part of the larger NHLD Monterey State Historic Park, combined Spanish building techniques with New England features, creating the Monterey Colonial style of architecture.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Bodie Historic District

For Students 9th - 10th
Establish in 1859, it became a Gold Rush boomtown in 1876. It is currently a State park preserved in arrested decay, neither restored nor destroyed. It is one of very few towns of this type to survive untouched.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Coloma

For Students 9th - 10th
Town where the California Gold Rush when James W. Marshall discovered gold at Sutter's mill on January 24, 1848. Now a ghost town, it is a significant part of the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Wisconsin: Aztalan

For Students 9th - 10th
Prehistoric site, now a state park.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in New York: Niagara Reservation

For Students 9th - 10th
Oldest U.S. state park (1885); built around U.S. side of Niagara Falls.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in California: Sutter's Fort

For Students 9th - 10th
A 19th century agricultural and trade colony, it was known for its connection to the Donner Party, the California Gold Rush, and the formation of Sacramento as well as its proximity to the California Trail and Siskiyou Trails. Now a...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Missouri: Graham Cave

For Students 9th - 10th
In 1949, remnants of Archaic American civilization were found in this cave. Dating back to 8,000 B.C., these remains indicate a blending of Eastern and Plains cultures at Graham Cave, which is now part of Graham Cave State Park.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Wa (State): Lightship No. 83 Relief

For Students 9th - 10th
Built in 1904, the Relief (along with its sister ship) is the oldest surviving American lightvessel. Now moored at Seattle's Northwest Seaport at Lake Union Park and named the Swiftsure.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Washington (State): Fort Nisqually Granary

For Students 9th - 10th
Established in 1833, Fort Nisqually was the first European trading post on Puget Sound. Both of these buildings have been moved to Point Defiance Park, and a replica of the original Fort Nisqually as a living museum.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Virtual Field Trip: Indian Mounds

For Students 9th - 10th
The Indian Mounds experience includes virtual field trips to Ocmulgee National Monument, Kolomoki Mounds State Park, and Etowah Indian Mounds Historic Site. Additional materials include a lesson plan and user guide.
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Ozark Mountains

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about the lakes, rivers, caverns, and outdoor activities in the Ozark Mountains.
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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: Theodore Roosevelt

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides facts about the life and presidency of Theodore Roosevelt (1858 - 1919).
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Library of Congress

Loc: America's Memory: Montana

For Students 3rd - 5th
Who were the first white explorers to "set foot in Montana?" Find out more about the Native American population living in Montana. Draw on the experience of the Native American population.
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State Library of North Carolina

N Cpedia: Conservation Movement

For Students 9th - 10th
The 1960s marked the beginning of a new focus on the environment in North Carolina and throughout the United States. Residents of the state became more concerned with preserving land for ethical reasons and for the sheer aesthetics of...
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Other

Arkansas: Arkansas Destinations

For Students 9th - 10th
Travel to Arkansas and discover all of the exciting things to do in the beautiful Ozark Mountains.
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in New York: Saratoga Spa State Park

For Students 9th - 10th
Site of only active geysers in Eastern U.S.; popular resort for wealthy in early 20th century.
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University of Texas at Austin

Ut Library: Perry Castaneda Maps of Oklahoma

For Students 9th - 10th
A collection of state, city and historical maps of Oklahoma. Also includes maps of national monuments and parks in the state.