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National Geographic Society

The National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C., United States, is one of the largest non-profit scientific and educational organizations in the world. Founded in 1888, its interests include geography, archaeology, and natural science, the promotion of environmental and historical conservation, and the study of world culture and history. The National Geographic Society's logo is a yellow portrait frame—rectangular in shape—which appears on the margins surrounding the front covers of its magazines and as its television channel logo. Through National Geographic Partners (a joint venture with The Walt Disney Company), the Society operates the magazine, TV channels, a website, worldwide events, and other media operations.

The National Geographic Society was founded in 1888 "to increase and diffuse geographic knowledge". It is governed by a board of trustees whose 21 members include distinguished educators, business executives, former government officials and conservationists. The organization sponsors and funds scientific research and exploration. National Geographic maintains a museum for the public in its Washington, D.C., headquarters.

It has helped to sponsor popular traveling exhibits, such as the early 2010s King Tut exhibit featuring artifacts from the tomb of the young Egyptian Pharaoh. Its Education Foundation gives grants to education organizations and individuals to improve geography education. Its Committee for Research and Exploration has awarded more than 11,000 grants for scientific research and exploration.

National Geographic has retail stores in Washington, D.C., London, Sydney, and Panama. The locations outside of the United States are operated by Worldwide Retail Store S.L., a Spanish holding company.

The Society's media arm is National Geographic Partners, a joint venture between The Walt Disney Company and the Society, which publishes a journal, National Geographic in English and nearly 40 local-language editions. It also publishes other magazines, books, school products, maps, and Web and film products in numerous languages and countries. National Geographic's various media properties reach more than 280 million people monthly.

Books by National Geographic Society

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01

History Science
Nature Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 03 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 03

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 04 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 04

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 05 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 05

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 06 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 06

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 08

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 09 Cover image

The National Geographic Magazine Vol. 09

Essays Travel
Short Works Geography

National Geographic (formerly the National Geographic Magazine, sometimes branded as NAT GEO) is the long-lived official monthly magazine of the National Geographic Society. It is one of the most widely read magazines of all time.

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 03. March 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 03. March 1896

History Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science Education
History Exploration Geography Technology Science United States Russia Arctic Exploration Polar Exploration Submarine Cables Telegraphy Survey Indian Territory

The National Geographic Magazine, an illustrated monthly, the March Number. It includes the following articles, along with a few miscellaneous notes: * The So-Called Jeannette Relics, by Professor William H. Dall * Nansen's Polar Expedition, by Ge...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 04. April 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 04. April 1896

Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
Exploration Geography United States Alaska Glacier Bay Olympic Mountains Hydrography Triangulation Cascades Serilan Scidmore Newell Gannett Gilman

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine, dated April 1896, presents a collection of articles exploring various aspects of geography and exploration. The magazine features articles on the discovery of Glacier Bay in Alaska, the Olympic Mountai...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 1 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 1

History Non-Fiction Essays Reference work Science
History Nature Geography Science Coast Massachusetts Survey Mapping Geology Storms Meteorology Oceanography

This inaugural volume of the National Geographic Magazine from 1889 marks the Society's ambitious start in disseminating knowledge about the natural world. The magazine showcases early scientific research and exploration, diving into topics like geol...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 11. November 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 11. November 1896

History Non-Fiction Essays Travel
History Geography Mining Gold Economics Asia Revolt South Africa Witwatersrand Uitlanders Erosion Soil

This November 1896 edition of National Geographic Magazine delves into the geopolitical complexities of South Africa, specifically the Witwatersrand gold fields and the brewing conflict with the Uitlanders. It explores the economic ramifications of s...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 2 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 2

History Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
History Sea Exploration Culture Life Geography Science Environment Africa Natural history Land Air

This second issue of the National Geographic Magazine, published in 1889, delves into the diverse aspects of Africa. It presents an insightful exploration of the continent's geography, encompassing its landforms, coastal regions, atmospheric conditio...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 3 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 3

Non-Fiction Science
Geography Rivers Pennsylvania Valleys Topographic Models International Literary Contest

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine from 1889 features articles on the rivers and valleys of Pennsylvania, topographic models, and an international literary contest. It provides insights into the geographical features and literary landsca...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 4 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 01 No. 4

History Non-Fiction Travel Science
History Exploration Travel Geography California Irrigation Asheville Panama Darien Nicaragua Transit Machéte

This issue of the National Geographic Magazine, published in 1889, delves into a range of geographical and historical topics. It features articles on the innovative irrigation systems implemented in California, exploring the scenic beauty and cultura...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02 No. 1-2 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 02 No. 1-2

History Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
History Exploration Geography Science Navigation Arctic Telegraphy Rivers New Jersey Bering Strait Lunar Eclipse Longitude

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine from 1890 delves into diverse aspects of geography and exploration. It features articles on the use of telegraphic methods for determining longitude, a comprehensive report on the geography of both land...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 08. August 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 08. August 1896

History Travel Science
History Exploration Geography Jefferson National Geographic Piedmont Plateau Spottswood's Expedition Albemarle

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine contains a collection of articles on various geographical topics, including the work of the National Geographic Society, the geographic history of the Piedmont Plateau, and Spottswood's Expedition of 17...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 12. December 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 12. December 1896

History Travel Science
Exploration Travel Geography Zoology Transportation Historical Climate Agriculture Botany South America Geology Statistics Peru Oregon Southeastern United States Sagebrush Railways National Geographic Regional Studies

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine features a collection of articles on various geographical topics. It includes pieces on the geography of the Southern Peninsula of the United States, the sage plains of Oregon, the United States Departm...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 07. July 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 07. July 1896

Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
Exploration Geography Science United States sound Explosions Europe Rivers Maps Geology Ecuador Mineral Resources

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine from July 1896 features a collection of articles exploring diverse topics in geography and science. It covers the work of the United States Board on Geographic Names, providing insights into the standar...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 06. June 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 06. June 1896

Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
Geography France Europe Mexico Railroad Florida Rivers Census British Isles Seine Meuse Moselle Key West

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine, published in June 1896, explores various geographical themes. It features detailed articles on the Seine, Meuse, and Moselle rivers in France, offering insights into their physical characteristics and...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 01. January 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 01. January 1896

History Non-Fiction Travel Science
History Exploration Travel Geography Science Russia Bear Arctic Revenue Cutter Greely Jackson Hubbard

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine, published in January 1896, delves into a variety of geographical topics, focusing on the Arctic and Russia. The issue features articles by prominent figures like Sheldon Jackson, who documents the Arct...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 02. February 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 02. February 1896

History Non-Fiction Travel Reference work
History Exploration Geography Latin America Ethnology Central America Yucatan Venezuela Panama Canal Tehuantepec Nicaragua Canal Orinoco River

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine from February 1896 delves into various aspects of geography and exploration in Central and Latin America. It offers articles examining the political landscape, demographics, and territorial boundaries o...

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 05. May 1896 Cover image

National Geographic Magazine Vol. 07 - 05. May 1896

History Non-Fiction Travel Reference work Science
History Exploration Travel Geography Science Research Africa Americas Natural history Maps Kansas River Coast and Geodetic Survey

This volume of the National Geographic Magazine, dated May 1896, offers a collection of articles focusing on various aspects of geography and exploration. It delves into the state of Africa after 1888, examines the fundamental geographic relationship...

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