National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 JR Ranger Day – Effigy Mounds National Monument
In recognition of National Preservation Month in May, Effigy Mounds National Monument will be hosting a National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, May 25, 2024, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Visitors will learn all about how the National Preservation Act of 1966 which establishes a national preservation program and a system protections of historic resources, including archaeological resources such as Native American burial mounds. There will be hands on activities for kids of all ages. Clayton County Historical Commission, McGregor Historical Society, Villa Louis Historic Site and Fort Crawford Museum will all participate on site.
Other events that are happening soon:
Fur Trade JR Ranger Day: Saturday, June 15th 10am-2pm
Participate in fun activities that teach about the fur trade industry in the Driftless Area and earn a fun reward.
Park Explorer JR Ranger Day: Saturday, July 27th 10am-2pm
Plan a visit to a national park just like a ranger. Complete activities and go home with a new badge.
National Park Service Birthday, August 25th 1-4:30 pm Come celebrate our 108th birthday! We will have birthday cake and children can do the activities for the Centennial junior ranger book and earn a 2016 Centennial pin.
Effigy Mounds National Monument preserves prehistoric American Indian burial and ceremonial mounds, including some in the shape of animals. The monument’s main entrance is located three miles north of Marquette, Iowa, and 22 miles south of Waukon, Iowa, on HWY 76. Visitor Center hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but trails are open from dawn until dusk. For more information, call (563) 873-3491 or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/efmo or its Facebook page at www.facebook.com/EffigyMounds