A Short History of the National Parks: The Southeast
The history of eight national parks, from their Indigenous origins to the threats of industry and privatization that prompted their establishment.
COMING APRIL 2026 — Creating the National Parks: Yellowstone, Glacier, and Grand Teton
The origin story of three iconic national parks, with direct relevance to the present struggle to keep public lands in public hands.
What National Park History Is All About
National park history isn't just about the past. It's an important window into the decisions, values, and conflicts impacting public lands today.
My work connects historical narratives to current issues — privatization, national monuments, wildlife protection, access, and more — in order to understand how each person can advocate for protecting public lands.
My work connects historical narratives to current issues — privatization, national monuments, wildlife protection, access, and more — in order to understand how each person can advocate for protecting public lands.
Newsletter
Weekly news and essays on national park history, directly connected to current public land issues