While driving down an East Texas country road I spotted this scene. The autumn trees and the late afternoon sun made these golden bales of hay shine just a little bit more. Fortunately I had my camera with me. (c) James Q. Eddy Jr.

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Storytelling Day 2026

Community Events,
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Storytelling Day 2026

Celebrate the 110th anniversary of the National Park Service through storytelling. Storytellers will share compelling narratives of U.S. culture and history.

George Washington Carver National Monument

11:00 AM - 01:00 PM on Sat, 22 Aug 2026

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George Washington Carver National Monument

417-325-4151

gwca_interpretation@nps.gov

https://www.nps.gov/gwca/index.htm

George Washington Carver National Monument

5646 Carver Road

Diamond, Missouri 64840

417-325-4151

gwca_interpretation@nps.gov

https://www.nps.gov/gwca/index.htm