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This rural historic district preserves and protects an unbroken historical record of and Fort Ebey . Ebey's Landing provides a vivid historical record of Pacific Northwest history, including the first exploration of Puget Sound by Captain George Vancouver in 1792; early settlement by Colonel Isaac Ebey, an important figure in Washington Territory; growth and settlement resulting from the Oregon Trail and the Westward migration; the Donation Land Laws (1850-1855); and the continued growth and settlement of the town of Coupeville. Unlike many National Park Service units, the Ebey's Landing encompasses a mixture of federal, state, county and private property, all managed in a way that preserves its historic essence. This means that changes in the cultural landscape will continue but in a way that respects the past. Authorized November 10 , 1978 . The reserve is a partnership managed by a local Trust Board. Limited federal facilies are available. (Acreage — 17,400 / Federal: 209.06 / Nonfederal: 17,190.94) REFERENCE
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