THE GOVERNMENT NEWS DESKPERMANENT NPS STORY ARCHIVE
Organized by publication date and destination. Each story retains its permanent State & Nation address and official NPS source.
On Oct. 17 and 18, Congaree National Park will celebrate its 50th anniversary, hosting a series of free events including a commemorative ceremony, interpretive talks, guided hikes, special activities and talks by guest speakers
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Ninety Six National Historic Site installed a new interpretive wayside exhibit for visitors to experience the Star Fort as it may have appeared during the siege of 1781. Through this outdoor interpretive display, visitors can observe an artistic rendering of the Star Fort, etched in glass and positioned along the Battlefield Trail. The glass panel is set in front of the preserved Star Fort earthworks, allowing visitors to see the historic fort image superimposed on the modern landscape.
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In July 2026, the National Park Service announces the addition of three new sites to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network.
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Ninety Six National Historic Site announces the official museum reopening featuring new exhibits that highlight the park's natural, cultural and historical significance.
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Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park to Commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Battle of Sullivan’s Island
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Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park to Commemorate First Shot of the Civil War.
Official NPS sourceKings Mountain National Military Park plans to conduct a series of prescribed burns within the park as conditions allow, beginning this week and continuing through April 30.
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The National Park Service announces the inclusion of two institutes of higher learning to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network. This national network connects sites across the country who provide education, interpretation and research related to the period of Reconstruction. The Reconstruction era, lasting from 1861 to 1900, includes stories of freedom, education and self-determination.
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In September 2025, the National Park Service announces the addition of four new sites to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network.
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On June 5, 2025, the National Park Service announces the addition of seven new sites to the Reconstruction Era National Historic Network.
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Fighting for Independence: Carolina Day Commemoration at Fort Moultrie
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A variety of National Park Service (NPS) employees, volunteers and partners were honored at a ceremony to Celebrate America’s National Parks and the Dedication of Those Who Serve.
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