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Redesignation

The act of officially changing the name or classification of something, in this case, a national historic site to a national historical park.

Boundary Study

An official investigation to determine if the borders of a protected area, like a national park, should be changed or expanded to include more land or historical features.

National Historic Site

A protected area that preserves a place of national historical significance, managed by the National Park Service.

National Historical Park

A protected area, usually larger or more complex than a National Historic Site, that preserves a broader area or multiple sites connected by a shared historical theme, managed by the National Park Service.

Secretary

Refers to the head of the Department of the Interior, a cabinet-level position responsible for managing federal lands and natural resources.

Study Area

The specific geographic region that is the focus of a research or evaluation project, in this case, Salem, Massachusetts, and its vicinity.