Hispanic and Latinx Heritage in the GGNRA

In the parks and beyond, we honor the rich heritage and innumerable contributions of Latinx and Hispanic history makers, Rangers, and parkgoers. From Doña Juana Briones in the early 19th century Presidio to our NPS Rangers presently providing thoughtful and immersive Spanish language programs and options for exploring the parks. 

Read more about Hispanic and Latinx in the Golden Gate National Parks and beyond with the articles below:

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NPS Ranger Erick Cortes stands in front of the Golden Gate Bridge at Fort Point National Historic Site.
Ranger Erick Cortes is broadening perspectives at Fort Point

NPS Ranger Erick Cortes wants to expand the narrative around what is historical at Fort Point National Historic Site and he wants you to come visit and learn.

Park Ranger Giessell Aguilar at Muir Woods.
Meet Ranger Giessell, who creates space for all at Muir Woods

Ranger Giessell is doing fascinating work uncovering untold stories at Muir Woods, and using her own history to connect with the wide range of visitors to the redwoods.

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Super Sad True Presidio Love Story

In 1806, Maria de la Concepcion and Nikolai Petrovich Rezanov fell in love at the Spanish Presidio of San Francisco—despite their differences in culture, language, and religion. And then, the only thing that stood between them and wedded bliss was the vast frozen expanse of Siberia.

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