The Roosevelt Arch
One thing on my To Do List while in Yellowstone was to see the Roosevelt Arch. We went by car, but imagine back in the early 1900’s entering the park by horse-drawn coaches. The beauty of Yellowstone is still there and being passed from generation to generation. I was introduced to the National Park system at a young age and still enjoy it as an adult. How COOL is that!
Yellowstone was the 1st National Park. The cornerstone of the Roosevelt Arch was laid down by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1903. The Roosevelt Arch is truly part of the history of Yellowstone as well as the National Park system then and now. “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People.” I can tell you that I had a little emotional moment when seeing the Roosevelt Arch for the first time. Simply AMAZING!
Interesting Fact: The cornerstone covers a time capsule that contains a Bible, a picture of Roosevelt, local newspapers, and other items.
The Roosevelt Arch is located at the North Entrance of the Park in Gardiner, Montana. Basically cusping Montana and Wyoming in this part of the Park. Why the North Entrance? According to the research I did on the Arch, it was the first major entrance for Yellowstone in the early 1900’s.
(Photos by RSheridan)
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October 1st, 2012 at 7:22 AM
That is very cool about the time capsule!
October 1st, 2012 at 9:46 AM
MSC –
Thanks and I love researching about the areas I visit at times!
Happy Monday:) – Renee
October 1st, 2012 at 10:16 AM
Yep! You gotta love him. He did so much for the preservation of these important places 🙂 Great post!
October 1st, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Joanna –
Thanks and oh so important to preserve for the current generations and the future generations:)
Have a Great Day – Renee
October 1st, 2012 at 11:42 AM
Very interesting. Do you know when they’re going to unearth the time capsule?
October 1st, 2012 at 1:12 PM
Meghan –
I never did find that out. Great question because I was thinking the same thing when putting the post together.
Happy Monday:) – Renee
October 1st, 2012 at 8:23 PM
I have never been through that entrance – adding it to my NP bucket list! Great shots!
October 2nd, 2012 at 3:22 PM
Art –
That entrance just had a different vibe for me. I had been in Yellowstone for a few days and felt like I was entering “The Yellowstone” when I went through the Arch. I know sounds a little corny, but that is how it made me feel:)
Happy Tuesday – Renee
October 3rd, 2012 at 7:02 AM
Such a beautiful place and grand entrance.
October 3rd, 2012 at 9:36 AM
Thanks Garden!
Happy Hump Day:) – Renee
October 3rd, 2012 at 11:06 PM
i haven’t been to yellowstone yet, but i have wanted to go for a while. these pictures are awesome.
October 4th, 2012 at 8:25 AM
Lisa –
Put it on your travel bucket list!
Happy Thursday:) – Renee
October 4th, 2012 at 5:48 PM
That’s a really inspiring sign! It’s very simple but meaningful. I like the archway too, and it has a lovely view on the other side 🙂
October 4th, 2012 at 6:28 PM
Meg –
Thanks – glad you enjoyed the Arch:)
Happy Night – Renee