HONOR THE DIVERSE EXPERIENCES OF OUR NATION

Since 1906, the Antiquities Act has been an invaluable tool the President can use to protect many of our most iconic and treasured public lands and waters for generations to come. These natural, cultural and historic sites, lands of great scientific value, and ocean waters are not only places, but also contribute to the ongoing and often-untold stories and true history of the United States. The Antiquities Act protects the places so the stories and experiences can be told and felt for generations to come.