Cobblestone American History and Current Events for Kids and Children

Happy Birthday, Liberty!

fter its dedication in 1886, the Statue of Liberty quickly become a national treasure and an international symbol of freedom. So, when the statue’s centennial neared in 1986, Americans wanted to celebrate it. A foundation was formed to raise money to help the National Park Service (NPS) restore and preserve it. The NPS is the federal agency responsible for the statue and the maintenance of

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