Tag: National Park Service

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BrightView helps revitalize Independence National Historical Park
Independence National Historic Park (INHP) is getting some much-deserved TLC courtesy of BrightView Landscapes this spring.
March 28, 2019
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The history behind Washington’s beloved cherry blossoms
Washington's beloved cherry trees have reached peak bloom season. The history behind our Capital's cherry blossoms is just as intriguing as their beauty.
April 6, 2018
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11-year-old tabbed to mow White House lawn
Frank Giaccio had written to Trump saying he admired the president’s business acumen, and that he runs his own lawn care business. More of the story here!
September 18, 2017
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As EAB spreads, educate your clients on the preventative measures they can take
Because of the fatal nature of an emerald ash borer infestation, there aren’t many options for homeowners who have ash trees, but here is what you CAN do.
June 27, 2017
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Special community area designed for White House garden
Michelle Obama commissioned a team from the University of Virginia’s School of Architecture to design a gathering space for the White House. Click to read more.
October 10, 2016
Michelle Obama stands with Tammy Nguyen, a student participating in the first lady’s “Let’s Move!” initiative, beneath a new arbor designed by UVA students for the White House Kitchen Garden. Photo: White House/Amanda Lucidon
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Parks’ anniversary a good time to remember historic landscapes
The National Park Service is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Click to see just a handful of those listed in the National Register.
August 27, 2016
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News roundup: Gas prices; landscape architecture honors
Gas prices at are an 11 year low and the American Society of Landscape Architects announces 2016 recipients. Click to read more news and the full ASLA list.
June 28, 2016
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Landscape architects’ WWI memorial awaits federal approval
The World War I Centennial Commission announced that The Weight of Sacrifice by Joe Weishaar and Sabin Howard had been selected as the new proposed war memorial.
January 27, 2016
Pershing Park was dedicated in 1981 and features a statue of U.S. Army Gen. John J. Pershing, commander of the American Expeditionary Force in Europe in World War I. After the war, Pershing served as Army Chief of Staff from 1921-24. Photo: Matthew Bisanz
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National Mall’s Constitution Gardens to get major makeover
“America’s Front Yard” is about to get a much-needed makeover. Constitution Gardens, a 50-acre park located on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., is set to unveil plans Tuesday for a 4-year, $160 million renovation. Established as park during a bicentennial celebration in 1976, Constitution Gardens sits east of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and north […]
April 24, 2015
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Organizations Work Together to Restore Union Station’s Columbus Plaza
In celebration of National Public Lands Day, Project EverGreen partnered with Ruppert Nurseries, Union Station Redevelopment Corporation and the National Park Service to revitalize Union Station’s Columbus Plaza.
October 17, 2014
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PERC Donates $76,000 Worth of Propane Equipment to Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway, a unit of the National Park Service, has advanced its sustainability efforts with help from the Propane Education & Research Council. PERC donated propane-powered equipment totaling more than $76,000 and includes three Ventrac compact tractor mowers with attachments and two Generac portable generators.
August 6, 2014
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PERC Celebrates National Park Week
Through April 27, the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) will be celebrating National Park Week.
April 22, 2014
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