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CARE: Collections, Archives, Research & Education

As the caretakers of the national repository and conservation education center, the NMFSH is dedicated to public exploration and discourse on conservation, the history of forestry, the social and economic impact of public land management and the work of the US Forest Service throughout history and into today.

There are few people in this country who have not been touched in some way by the US Forest Service – whether as current or past employees, through the use of forest products in our daily lives, through the protections of our fire fighting services or as a visitor to the many national forests and grasslands.

The NMFSH's CARE Services connect researchers, educators, students and the general public to the historic objects, stories and people of the US Forest Service.

Collections

The NMFSH manages a national repository for artifacts, objects and memorabilia relating to the history, programs, activities and culture of the Forest Service. More

Archives

The NMFSH works with partners, including the US Forest Service, the Forest History Society and others to preserve, catalog and maintain historic papers, photographs, documents and publications related to the history of the US Forest Service.

Research

As a central repository for artifacts and historic materials, the NMFSH serves historians, scholars and others seeking to document or produce research on the US Forest Service and the history of conservation and forestry. The NMFSH will also collaborate with nationally and internationally recognized museums and universities to support public inquiry and scholarly exploration.

Education

Conservation education is an integral part of the NMFSH’s programs and exhibits. Onsite and offsite programs will be designed for the curious minds of school groups, families and the general public.

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