National Geographic Society
The National Geographic Society is one of the world's largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. Founded in January 27, 1888 to "increase and diffuse geographic knowledge," the Society works to inspire people to care about the planet. It reaches more than 350 million people worldwide each month through its official journal, National Geographic, and four other magazines; National Geographic Channel; television documentaries; radio programs; films; books; DVDs; maps; and interactive media. National Geographic has funded more than 8,000 scientific research projects and supports an education program combating geographic illiteracy.
Description
The National Geographic Society (NGS), headquartered in Washington, D.C. in the United States, is one of the largest non-profit scientific and educational institutions in the world. 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 rectangular border, which became famous while appearing around each front page of the society's magazine.
National Geographic Society Media
Flag of the National Geographic Society
A dancer of the cafes, Algeria, 1917 photograph from National Geographic Magazine
Historical emblem of National Geographic
A notable gathering on the steps of Hubbard Hall, 1909
Anne Morrow Lindbergh's customized medal detailing her flight route
Cover of January 1915 The National Geographic Magazine
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Courtyard entrance to the National Geographic Museum
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Jen Guyton, American photographer and ecologist
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Suaad Al Harthi, executive director of the Environment Society of Oman (ESO)