A Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the General Land Office and the 150th Anniversary of the Homestead Act
A Unique History
On April 25, 1812, the General Land Office opened its doors for business. Join us as we celebrate this 200 year anniversary with a new history website at http://www.blm.gov/history . We'll return to our standard homepage soon, but we encourage you to read and experience the personal essays, interactive features, and other materials presented here. Scroll down on this page for news releases and frequently requested content.