Parks

Established in 1947 as the first national park created for its biodiversity, Everglades National Park protects 1.5 million acres of wetland, forest, and marine habitats and the native plants and animals that call it home. With several international designations, the park provides a major source of drinking water for local residents of South Florida and recreational opportunities for all.

Map showing location of park.

Image shows a line of individuals cutting a red ribbon. There is a building behind them and onlookers on either side of them. The sky behind them is blue.

Everglades National Park Cuts Ribbon on New Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center

2025-12-12

Deputy Secretary of the Interior Kate MacGregor joined the National Park Service, community members, and partners today to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the newly redeveloped Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center at Everglades National Park, which is scheduled to open fully to the public later this month. The entire grounds, marina, and canoe/kayak launch have been redeveloped over the past two years into a worldclass facility to welcome visitors to the Gulf Coast side of Everglades National Park.

Image shows a white building with yellow and white text indicating the ribbon cutting date of December 12 at 10:30a-1p in Everglades City. There is also a link to nps.gov/ever

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Announced for the New Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center at Everglades National Park

2025-12-03

On Dec. 12, Everglades National Park will host a ribbon cutting event for the new Marjory Stoneman Douglas Visitor Center in Everglades City at 10:30 a.m. The event is free and open to the public.