New Location for National Geodetic Survey Laboratory

The Fredericksburg Geomagnetic Observatory in Corbin, which has for half a century been providing magnetic data for navigation will from now on also be the site of NOAA’s National Ocean Service/National Geodetic Survey Laboratory and Training Center. Click here to read the full pdf article by Ilse Genovese, ACSM.

First Lady Laura Bush sends NOAA a letter of praise

First Lady Laura Bush sent a letter commending NOAA’s response to the Preserve America initiative. Click on the link to view a copy of her letter!

Chairman’s Award for Federal Achievement in Historic Preservation

In November 2004 the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) received the first-ever Chairman’s Award for Federal Achievement in Historic Preservation from the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation (ACHP).

The Chairman's Award recognizes Federal projects, programs, initiatives, and policy leaders or career staff that make significant contributions to historic preservation in the Federal Government. Formal recognition by the ACHP chairman celebrates Federal preservation successes and showcases Federal accomplishments and best practices.

The ACHP is an independent Federal agency that promotes the preservation, enhancement, and productive use of our Nation's historic resources, and advises the President and Congress on national historic preservation policy. ACHP’s goal is to have Federal agencies act as responsible stewards of our Nation's resources when their actions affect historic properties. Visit ACHP’s website to learn more!

Find Out What NOAA is Doing Each Month to Showcase Our Nation’s Heritage Treasures!

Every month NOAA works with its partners to achieve the President’s Preserve America Executive Order. Please read the below NOAA Heritage Updates to learn about the various activities that NOAA is doing every month to help preserve, protect and promote our Nation’s heritage!