Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park, celebrated its 152nd anniversary. Established in 1872, it spans 2.2 million acres in Wyoming. Various officials and organizations commemorated the milestone, highlighting its significance in preserving natural beauty.
On this day in 1872, Yellowstone became the first official national park in the U.S. Take a tour through the park, from its earliest decades to the modern era, with these photographs chosen by our editor Alan Taylor: https://t.co/5OOG6hDx2J https://t.co/yfvECQu5tg
With the establishment of @YellowstoneNPS 152 years ago today, the gold standard for National Parks was set. Wyoming is proud to be home to America’s first national park. https://t.co/WFvb9QCDQC
152 years ago today, President Grant signed the Yellowstone National Park Protection Act which established Yellowstone National Park as our country’s first national park. https://t.co/fHGRtoeKhz
On this day 152 years ago, Yellowstone became America's first national park. 2.2 million acres representing the iconic, breath-taking beauty of the Treasure State. Happy Birthday, @YellowstoneNPS! https://t.co/5MX9MhxO21
Always great to hear updates from @NatlParkService about two gems in the 1st District — the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park & the Roger Williams National Monument. Hope you get to enjoy these special places as we work hard to preserve them for all to visit! https://t.co/f3LKUrAUn2
Always great to hear updates from @NationalParkService about two gems in the 1st District — the Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park & the Roger Williams National Monument. Hope you get to enjoy these special places as we work hard to preserve them for all to visit! https://t.co/ouqqqHDXoT
As the very first national park, @YellowstoneNPS has helped folks from across the world enjoy the beauty of our great outdoors. 152 years has never looked better! https://t.co/mvw4hqjk2o
157 years later, Nebraskans possess the same grit and perseverance as our early pioneers. Today, we celebrate the anniversary of our statehood and the generations of determined Nebraskans who came before us. Happy birthday, Nebraska! https://t.co/99SEb8vEYu
Happy 157th birthday to our great state! There really is no place like Nebraska. #StatehoodDay https://t.co/ojkGF5Aw6U
As Yellowstone turns 152, here's where to find America's newest national parks. https://t.co/0KALai6TAm Click the image to read more:
Happy 152nd anniversary to Yellowstone, the world's first national park. Let's celebrate this milestone and cherish it as one of our country's greatest treasures. #Happy152Yellowstone 📷: @YellowstoneNPS https://t.co/RfbkIPXKPa
Today in 1872, Yellowstone was established as the world's 1st National Park https://t.co/NXbPXZZF8t