Discover America's Firsts That Shaped The Nation
These historic sites mark pivotal firsts in American history. Each one represents the pioneering moment when something occurred for the very first time in the United States, whether an event, innovation, or achievement in a specific category. These firsts in America sites and events have significantly shaped the history of the Nation.
Unlike America's oldest places, these sites and/or events either no longer exist or currently exist as exclusively the first of their kind, officially recognized as such. Each has played a crucial role in shaping history or making impactful contributions. They are often considered American milestones. We are honored to have visited each of these firsts in America locations. Be sure to add these destinations to your itinerary of historic places to visit for a memorable experience.
How These America's Firsts Are Selected
To determine these America's firsts sites we considered the following criteria: They must have been, or currently be, the first instance of a particular event or occurrence within a specific context or category in American history. Listed in no particular order.