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19: Parkitecture and Historic Hotels

19: Parkitecture and Historic Hotels

FromExploring the National Parks


19: Parkitecture and Historic Hotels

FromExploring the National Parks

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Length:
74 minutes
Released:
Mar 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Have you ever heard the term “parkitecture”?
You’re in for a treat because in this episode of Exploring the National Parks, we are chatting about all things parkitecture and park lodges.
You’ll love learning about the history of parkitecture and why you should be paying attention to it on your next trip to the national parks.  We’ll also talk about our favorite national park lodges and some amazing fun facts about them!
Join us as we cover:

What parkitecture is
The history of this style
What the CCC did for the parks
The best inn in Yellowstone
The architects that brought these lodges to life
The amazing lodge at Yosemite
The unexpected first jester at the Ahwahnee Hotel
The must-see hotel in Glacier National Park
Preservation efforts
The fate of the sawmill at the Many Glacier Hotel
Our favorite hotel in Mount Rainier
The best place to stay at the Grand Canyon
The crazy history of the Crater Lake Lodge

All of these lodges built in the “parkitecture” style are so cool and definitely worth checking out. If you want to stay in any of these lodges, we highly recommend it! They really do add to the experience of visiting the parks.
Even if you don’t stay in these lodges, you’ll see examples of parkitecture all over the country.  These buildings are an amazing part of the history of the National Park Service!
Check out the full show notes here.
Released:
Mar 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Join Ash and John from Dirt In My Shoes as we explore America's national parks! We're taking you around the national parks and talking about our favorite things, fun facts, adventures, and trip planning. Expect big laughs and fantastic information as we tour the parks together. Let's start exploring!