Puerto Rico became part of the United States after the Spanish-American War in 1898, but instead of becoming a state, it was kept as a U.S. territory. Over time, Puerto Ricans gained U.S. citizenship ...

From Niagara Falls to the Redwood Forests, state parks preserve many of the nation’s iconic landscapes and historic treasures ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It has been 114 years since New Mexico became a U.S. state with President William Howard Taft signing the Land of Enchantment into statehood. New Mexico became a U.S. territory in ...

There’s no shortage of public land to explore in America, but when it comes to unforgettable scenery, easy access, and ...

It doesn't matter where you live or where you're going—there's a stunning state park waiting to be explored.