Music in national and state parks refers to the performance and celebration of music within the parks. Many national and state parks have a rich musical history and the National Park Service (NPS) and state park agencies may have programs in place to promote and celebrate music within the parks.
Music can be heard in national and state parks in a variety of ways, such as ranger-led campfire sing-alongs, concert series, music festivals and other special events. These events may feature a wide range of musical genres, from traditional folk music to contemporary pop and rock.
In addition, some national and state parks have resources that are significant to the history of this feature, such as the homes and studios of famous musicians, and the sites of important musical events. These resources may be protected and interpreted by the NPS and state park agencies to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the role of music in American history and culture.
Many national and state parks also have opportunities for visitors to make musical experiences themselves, such as outdoor amphitheaters, open-air stages and other facilities that can be used for performances.
Overall, musical experiences are an important part of the cultural fabric of many national and state parks, and the NPS and state park agencies may have programs in place to promote and celebrate music within the parks, such as ranger-led campfire sing-alongs, concert series, festivals, and other special events. Additionally, some national and state parks have resources that are significant to history, such as the homes and studios of famous musicians, and the sites of important musical events, which are protected and interpreted by the NPS and state park agencies.