Medora in Billings County, North Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Stephen Tyng Mather
July 4, 1887 - Jan. 22, 1930
He laid the foundation of the National Park Service, defining and establishing the policies under which its areas shall be developed and conserved unimpaired for future generations. There will never come an end to the good that he has done.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Environment. In addition, it is included in the Stephen Tyng Mather series list.
Location. 46° 54.978′ N, 103° 31.546′ W. Marker is in Medora, North Dakota, in Billings County. Marker is on East River Road, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located in front of the Visitor Center in the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Medora ND 58645, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. In honor of a President . . . and His Conservation Legacy (a few steps from this marker); Loading Dock (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Joe Ferris General Store (about 500 feet away); Medora Livery Stable (about 600 feet away); Medora Business District (about 600 feet away); Great Western Trail (about 600 feet away); Cowboys (about 600 feet away); Ralph “Doc” Hubbard (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Medora.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 15, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 367 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 15, 2015, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.