Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Cause Area
- Emergency & Safety
- Environment
Location
107 Park Headquarters RoadGatlinburg, TN 37738 United StatesOrganization Information
Mission Statement
The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world.
Description
The National Park Service has a varied and experienced staff of national stature--rangers, natural resource managers, archeologists, historians, interpreters, landscape architects, engineers, and planners, who protect our land and legacy, conduct research, and educate the public. Our personnel, including facility managers, building trade craftsmen and women, and vital administrative and support staff, takes care of the parks and is available to outside clients whose projects dovetail with our own.
Partnering is a two-way street. We recognize the expertise and services of our partners and welcome their help in doing our work. These partners include volunteers, private businesses, park associations, foundations, state, local and tribal governments, and other federal agencies.