Antiquities Act of 1906

The Antiquities Act of 1906 is a U.S. law that allows the President to designate national monuments to protect important natural, cultural, and historical sites on federal land. It was created to help preserve valuable landmarks, artifacts, and landscapes from damage or inappropriate development. The law grants the executive branch the authority to protect these significant areas without needing approval from Congress, enabling quick conservation actions. Over time, many famous sites, such as the Grand Canyon and Dinosaur National Monument, have been established under this act, helping to preserve the nation's cultural and natural heritage for future generations.