ST. AUGUSTINE & ST. JOHNS COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS ® JULY 2011 VOLUME 4, ISSUE 7 BOR FORWARD INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Officers & Directors 2 Calendar 3 REALTOR/Affiliate Spotlight 4 New Members 5 St. Augustine July Schedule of Events 6 Celebrate the 4th of July in St. Augustine 7 Builders Council News 8 Go Green 9 Tech Tip 10 CCIM & REALTOR Trivia 11 June General Membership Pancake Breakfast 12- 17 July S.A.F.E Article/ REALTOR Trivia 18 Master Trainer Seminar 19 July 4th by the Numbers 20-21 Wally Conway 22 Monthly Statistics 23 July Preview Staff Contact Information 24 BOR PUBLIC WEBSITE: www.stjohnsrealtors.com Independence Day Edition
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VOLUME 4, ISSUE 7
B O R F O R W A R D
I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E :
Officers & Directors 2
Calendar 3
REALTOR/Affiliate
Spotlight
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New Members 5
St. Augustine July
Schedule of Events
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Celebrate the 4th of July in
St. Augustine
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Builders Council News
8
Go Green 9
Tech Tip 10
CCIM
& REALTOR Trivia
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June General Membership
Pancake Breakfast
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July S.A.F.E Article/
REALTOR Trivia
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Master Trainer Seminar 19
July 4th by the Numbers 20-21
Wally Conway 22
Monthly Statistics 23
July Preview
Staff Contact
Information
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BOR PUBLIC WEBSITE: www.stjohnsrealtors.com
Independence Day Edition
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2011 ST. AUGUSTINE & ST. JOHNS COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS®
AND MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, INC. BOARD OFFICERS & DIRECTORS
BOARD OF REALTORS® MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE, INC. Chuck Pacetti , PRESIDENT Andrew Birchall, PRESIDENT Homestar Pacetti Realty St. Augustine Realty (O) 827-0600 / (F) 819-9907 / (C ) 669-5000 (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 392-3362 [email protected][email protected] Roy Barnes, PRESIDENT-ELECT Dirk Schroeder , PRESIDENT- ELECT St. Augustine Realty Century 21- St. Augustine Properties (O) 824-3331 / (F) 825-2685/ (C ) 669-1430 (O) 797-6000 (F) 797-7963/ (C ) 540-2360 [email protected][email protected] Kea Blalock - SECRETARY Katherine Delaney – SECRETARY Saltwater Property Group Watson Realty (US1)
(O) 829-2002/ (F) 829-2029/ (C ) 814-2424 (O) 797-8600/ (F) 797-8606/ (C ) 669-2115 [email protected][email protected] Gene Johnson – TREASURER Robert West - TREASURER
R E A L T O R ® S P O T L I G H T – K A T H Y R O B E Y - H O L M A N
A F F I L I A T E S P O T L I G H T – J A M E S S W A N S O N
F I R S T A T L A N T I C B A N K
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Kathy Robey-Holman
Kathy comes to St. Augustine with 30 years’ experience as a realtor and broker in Virginia. After graduating from St. Joseph’s Academy in McSherrystown,PA, and the University of Miami , she moved to Virginia, raised her 3 children, and pursued her real estate career. She eventually attained membership in the Lifetime Top Producers Club.
Her passions, aside from real estate and the beach, include boating, reading, knitting, visits from her children and 8 grandkids, her Lhasa Apso, Tess, and a new love, riding her Harley with husband Dick!
Kathy and Dick moved to St. Augustine in 2010. They had visited her parents here for 25 years, and realized it was a very special place. What could be more fun than selling real estate at the beach! She is looking forward to establishing her career here, and helping lots of folks to appreciate all things St. Augustine … especially the real estate!
J U L Y F E S T I V A L S A N D S P E C I A L E V E N T S I N H I S T O R I C S T . A U G U S T I N E
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Changing of the Guard: Saturday Night Nightly changing of the guard in St Augustine, a Spanish military tradition will be re-enacted at 7pm each Saturday through Sept. 3 in front of the Government House in the Plaza de la Constitution. First Friday ArtWalk (Every Month 2011) - Self-guided walking tour of numerous art galleries 5p-9p (904)829-0065 visit staugustinegalleries.com Fourth of July Celebration. One of the East Coast's largest fireworks shows bursting over the Fort & reflecting in the Matanzas River! Fireworks begin at sundown. 904-829-1711 (Jul 1) The St. Augustine Alligator Farm at St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park. Save $1 off tickets purchased online and in advance. Don't wait in line. Just go straight to the ticket counter with your E-Ticket on Paper or on your phone. This is an all inclusive pass to the Park and full access to daily feeding, exhibits, and wildlife shows. Adult $20.95 Children $9.95 (Jul 10) Michael Mcdonald & Boz Scaggs 6:30p at St. Augustine Amphitheatre (Jul 14) Concert in the Plaza: Weekly Concerts in the Downtown Plaza are free of charge and those attending are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Performing from 7-9 p.m. will be Ya'Gozo Latin Jazz Band, Contemporary Latin Jazz. Info: (904)825-1004. (Jul 18) KidzfActory Summer Camp - 9:00a at Limelight Theatre, St Augustine, FL. Join Aladdin, Jasmine, Genie and all your favorite characters in this fun stage adaptation of the hit Disney movie. This show is filled with magic, mayhem, flying carpet rides and the music you know and love! Ask about after camp hours from 1pm - 4pm at 904-825-1164. July 18 - August 10 Monday - Friday 9am - 1pm Performances August 11 - 13 2pm, August 14 7:30pm Ages 11 - 15 Tuition: $300 For additional information, please call Children's Education Director Kate Messenger at 904-825-1164. (Jul 18) Ancient City Art Camp at Flagler College from 9-3 M-F Monday, July 18 at Flagler College, St Augustine, FL. Ancient City Art Camp is designed by studio professionals to challenge and inspire young minds to realize their creative potential in a supportive and fun nvironment. Our curriculum will explore a variety of art making processes that will cultivate the appreciation of traditional and contemporary approaches to studio practice (Jul 19) BLUZFEST 12:00p to 8:00p at ELKS Lodge 829, The Friends of Anastasia State Park & the ELKS Lodge 829 will host the following entertainment: The John Carey Band & Piano Bob, "Bonefish" Johnny, Willie Panker, Little Mike w/ Josh Miller, Willie Green, Gitlo, J.W. Gilmore, Mojo Chillen, Jaidd, Jim McKaba, William Sklar, The Rev. read morePrice: $20 at the door Age Suitability: Teens and up The Friends of Anastasia State Park & the ELKS Lodge 829 will host the following entertainment: The John Carey Band & Piano Bob, "Bonefish" Johnny, Willie Panker, Little Mike w/ Josh Miller, Willie Green, Gitlo, J.W. Gilmore, Mojo Chillen, Jaidd, Jim McKaba, William Sklar, The Rev. Billy C. Wirtz, The Roland Flemming Connection, Terry Norris, and Bennett Michaels. (Jul 21) Toby Keith 7:00p at St. Augustine Amphitheatre
(Jul 21) Concert in the Plaza: Weekly Concerts in the Downtown Plaza are free of charge and those attending are encouraged to bring lawn
chairs or blankets for seating. Performing from 7-9 p.m. will be Ya'Gozo Latin Jazz Band, Contemporary Latin Jazz. Info: (904)825-1004.
(Jul 28) Concert in the Plaza: Weekly Concerts in the Downtown Plaza are free of charge and those attending are encouraged to bring lawn
chairs or blankets for seating. Performing from 7-9 p.m. will be Ya'Gozo Latin Jazz Band, Contemporary Latin Jazz. Info: (904)825-1004.
(Jul 29) ECO Ranger Mini-Summer Camp 9:00a to 1:00p at Fort Mose Historic State Park, St Augustine, FL Ages 8-12. Pre-registration Re-quired. ECO stands for Ecological, Cultural, and Outdoor, with a focus on one of these topics each day. On the ecological day, participants will learn about different ecosystems through outdoor adventures, art projects and games. On the cultural day, participants will focus on the history of Fort Mose and St. read morePrice: $15 Phone: (904) 823-2232 Age Suitability: 8-12. Pre-registration Required. ECO stands for Ecological, Cultural, and Outdoor, with a focus on one of these topics each day. On the ecological day, participants will learn about different ecosystems through outdoor adventures, art projects and games. On the cultural day, participants will focus on the history of Fort Mose and St. Augustine.Finally the outdoor day will allow participants to focus on outdoor activities and environmental ethics.
(Jul 30) Furthur featuring Phil Lesh & Bob Weir 6:30p at St. Augustine Amphitheatre
Film Society of St. Augustine. There's always a foreign film or vintage movie for 'flick' fans. [email protected]
C E L E B R A T E T H E F O U R T H O F J U L Y I N S T . A U G U S T I N E
The Old City is the perfect spot to celebrate the nation’s birthday. There is always something happening in St Augustine,
and the city is always well worth a visit.
Take a stroll in the historic downtown district, enjoy the many quaint shops and restaurants and the atmosphere, before
heading to the waterfront for fireworks.
Get an Early Start with Fireworks at the World Golf Village If you want to start off your Fourth of July weekend early, head to the World Golf Village on Friday, July 1, 2011. This is
one the largest fireworks displays in Northeast Florida. Fireworks start at 9.30 pm. You can bring your whole
family, all your friends, blankets or lawn chairs and find a spot around the Walk of Champions to take in the grand
fireworks show. Parking is limited and a minimal parking fee will be required for entry to the event.
St. Augustine Fireworks over Matanzas The spectacular Fourth of July fireworks in St Augustine will burst above the ancient Castillo de San Marcos and reflect
in the waters of Matanzas Bay. Have a blast with a 20-minute long fireworks show accompanied by great patriotic
music. Best vantage points located along the bayfront between the Castillo and the Bridge of Lions. Blast off is at 9:30
p.m.. For more information contact the CVB at 904.825.1005
Keep in mind that St. Augustine’s annual Fireworks Over The Matanzas draws more people to the downtown area than
any other event all year long. So plan to come early and stay late. Rerouting of traffic will begin at 8:30pm and will in-
clude closing of the Bridge of Lions, Avenida Menendez and South Castillo Drive to all vehicular traffic to accommodate
the vast number of pedestrians. The best advice is to arrive early, explore the city, enjoy the show, and be patient during
departure. Street Closures Sunday, July 4th in effect from 8:30 pm until approximately 10:30pm
Street Closures The Bridge of Lions
S. Castillo Dr. and Avenida Menendez north of the Bridge of Lions
Cathedral Pl. from Avenida Menendez to St. George St.
Orange St. from S. Castillo Dr. to Ponce de Leon Blvd. (U.S. 1)
Detours • King St. will be two-way
• King St. eastbound will turn north on St. George St., then west on Cathedral Pl. (detour routed to Cordova St. to King St.)
• Avenida Menendez northbound will turn west on King St.
• San Marco Ave. southbound will turn west on W. Castillo Dr. to Ponce de Leon Blvd. (US 1)
• W. Castillo Dr. eastbound will turn north on San Marco Ave.
• Anastasia Blvd. westbound may not cross the Bridge of Lions
Parking • The Historic Downtown Parking Facility at the Visitors Information Center can accommodate 1,200 cars. The cost is
$7.00 for all day.
• All public parking throughout the city will be available at no charge the entire the day.
• The parking lot at the Castillo de San Marcos National Monument will be closed from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m.
Parking will be limited in the vicinity of the Plaza to facilitate traffic detours in the evening
Top of the Lighthouse on the 4th of July Create a memorable evening with the best view in St. Augustine.
Celebrate Independence Day at the lighthouse and see the ancient city from above,
first at sunset and then when it gets dark you can watch the spectacular fireworks
over Matanzas Bay. Tickets are $40 per person and space is limited, so reserve
your spot early.
St Augustine Lighthouse & Museum, 81 Lighthouse Avenue, St. Augustine, FL
Call 904.829.0745 ext. 207 or visit www.staugustinelighthouse.com
Q What famous person said this? "Real Estate is the best investment in the world because it is the only thing they're not making anymore!"
A Will Rogers, who began his career as a rope-throwing cowboy and later became a famous stage and film star.
Q
What was considered the world's tallest building one hundred years ago?
A The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, completed in 1889 and standing 984 feet tall, is still considered one of the world's greatest structures.
Q
What is the average price for a home in the United States?
A According to recent data published by the NAR, the national median price for existing single-family homes is now $230,000.
Q
Which famous home designed by Thomas Jefferson showed forms of Greek and Roman architecture?
A Monticello, begun in 1769, was later enlarged in keeping with its classical forms.
Q
What four states in the Southwest are noted for having boundaries that touch.
A New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado, referred to as the "Four Corners", have adjoining boundaries.
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
Thank you Ladies for a
GREAT Breakfast!
Carol Lagasse–
Estate Title of St. Augustine
Carol Alford– PNC Mortgage
with Marie Mitchell
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
REALTOR® Emeritus : Terry Pacetti
Any person who has held membership in the National Association as a REALTOR®, REALTOR-ASSOCIATE®, or a
combination of both, for a cumulative period of 40 years in one or more Associations of REALTORS® is eligible for
REALTOR® Emeritus status.
H O N O R S S O C I E T Y R E C I P I E N T S
Joyce, Terry, Cheyenne & Chuck Pacetti Victor J. Raymos-AE/CEO, Terry Pacetti
& Chuck Pacetti– Board President
And the REALTOR Emeritus Pin
Chuck Pacetti Board President presents Terry Pacetti with
the REALTOR Emeritus Award
Pictured from left:
Victor J. Raymos AE/CEO, presenter,
Chuck Pacetti- Board President,
Roy Barnes– Board President Elect,
Andrew Birchall-MLS President
& Diane Vespucci
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
Ernest Knight & Mom-
Florida School of the Deaf & Blind
with presenter Carol Lagasse below
Zachary Brown & family—
Pedro Menendez
With Presenter Rob West
below
Janice & Dana Lindsey–
Realtor Scholarship—Pedro Menendez
With presenter Rob West-Below
Katie Raulerson & family-
St. Augustine High
with presenter Maria Gelinas
Below
Airda Kokoshi & Family-
Nease High School
with presenter Victor J. Raymos
below
Victor J. Raymos AE/CEO
gets the meeting started
Craig McCall –2011 District 1
Vice President
Andrew Birchall MLS President
Chuck Pacetti Board President
George Spohrer-Education Vice
Chair announcing the Master
Trainer Seminar
Carol Lagasse presents Dianne Pittman
with the 50/50 Drawing winnings
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
Suzie Adams purchases 50/50 drawing
tickets from Penny James
Beth Ruggeri, Monica Nunchuck
& Shirley Bennett
Roberta Odom & Joan Scop
Carol Alford & Marlene Lagasse
Jennifer Fox, Jeanette Smith
& Roberta Odom
Roy Barnes, Marlene Lagasse,
Gail Jones & Elsie Carr
Lee Bicknell & Rick McChesney
Mick Dolan
Great turn out-
Thanks to all that attended
Carol Young, Allie Traylor, Chuck Pacetti,
Jim Rerisi & Barbara Collins
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
Clair Funk, Gail Jones & Tracy Glochau
George Spohrer, Paul Ivey & Annette Taylor
Barbara Piet, Jeanette Smith,
Clay Seay & Suzy Adams
Elsie & Doug Carr
Barbara Piet, George Spohrer & Holly Yelton
It was a packed house!
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J U N E G E N E R A L M E M B E R S H I P P A N C A K E B R E A K F A S T
Jim Swanson, Pat & Jay Kane
Rick McChesney, Dee Mountcastle
& Robert Bosworth
Ron Gelinas, Bill Crosby
Craig Herzog & Maria Gelinas
Andrew Birchall &
Diane Vespucci
pictured to the right
Karol Young, Rob West & Jim Rerisi
Brenda Meade & Lacey Conner
Noel David, Kent Brown
Brenda Meade & Lacey Conner
J U L Y S . A . F . E . A R T I C L E
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Last month we talked about the basics for your home; locks, lighting, and landscaping.
Remember to keep all your locks (on doors and windows) locked and install motion detector
lights all around your home. And don't forget the 3 Foot/10 Foot Rule for your bushes and
trees. This month we want to discuss how to get you safely from your home to your destina-
tion.
Becoming a Road Warrior: Avoiding Dangerous Situations in Your Car
Leaving Your Home
First, let's discuss how you leave your house. If you're like most people I know, you leave your
house (especially in the morning) hurried and carrying a lot of stuff. You're most likely on the
phone too. If you're parked in your garage, you open the garage door as you walk out, put your
stuff in the passenger seat or the back seat, get in and go. But did you take a moment to look
around for anything suspicious? Do you realize how easy it would have been for someone to
walk up and grab you as you stood outside your car chatting on the phone or messing with
some files in your briefcase?
So how do we make leaving a garage safer? First, don't open the garage door until you are
ready to pull out. Put your stuff in your car, get in, turn on the car, adjust your mirrors and
buckle up before you open the garage door. Also, if at all possible, when you park in a garage,
pull in backwards. This way once you open the door you can see straight out into your
neighborhood.
If you don't have a garage, take a moment and look outside before you leave your house. If
you see anything suspicious, don't go outside, contact local law enforcement. If the
neighborhood looks secure, walk quickly to your car, get in and get going. Do not spend a lot
of time doing other things while you sit in the car in the driveway.
Driving
The best things you can do to prevent dangerous situations on the road is by staying aware
and keeping your car well maintained. We all make phone calls while in our car, even though
our main focus should always be on the road. But take a few moments when you stop at a red
light or stop sign to look around and be aware of what's going on around you. If something
seems suspicious or makes you feel uncomfortable, pay attention to it. Wait to make that
phone call or send that text message. And remember that nothing, not even your car, is worth
your life.
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4th of July by the Numbers
On this day in 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, starting the 13
colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by
parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country.
Patriotic Places- 30
Number of places nationwide with "liberty" in their name. The most populous one is Liberty, Missouri (26,232). Iowa
has more of these places than any other state: four (Libertyville, New Liberty, North Liberty and West Liberty).
Eleven places have "independence" in their name. The most populous of these is Independence, Missouri, with
113,288 residents. Five places adopted the name "freedom." Freedom, California, with 6,000 residents, has the largest population
among these. There is one place named "patriot" — Patriot, Indiana, with a population of 202.
And what could be more fitting than spending the day in a place called "America"? There are five such places in the country, with the most populous being American Fork, Utah, with 21,941 residents.
Fourth of July Barbecue Cookout
As with many holidays, the 4th of July celebration includes food, drink and the realization of how fortunate we are as a
nation. More than 66 million Number of Americans who said they have taken part in a barbecue during the previous year. It's probably safe to assume a large number of these events took place on the Fourth. Although we do not have a fixed menu for the celebration of the Fourth, you can almost count on traditional favorites such as hamburgers and hot dogs, chicken, ribs, garden salads, potato salad, chips and watermelon. Following is a summary of where these foods come from: There's a 1-in-6 chance the beef on your backyard grill came from Texas. The Lone Star State is the leader in the production of cattle and calves. The chicken on your barbecue grill probably came from one of the top broiler-producing states: Georgia, Arkansas, Alabama, North Carolina and Mississippi.
The lettuce in your salad or on your hamburger probably was grown in California, which accounts for nearly three-quarters of USA lettuce production.
Fresh tomatoes in your salad most likely came from Florida or California, which, combined, produced more than two-thirds of U.S. tomatoes. The ketchup on your hamburger or hot dog probably came from California, which accounted for 95 percent of processed tomato production last year.
As to potato salad or potato chips or fries, Idaho and Washington produces about one-half of the nation's spuds.
For dessert, six states — California, Florida, Texas, Georgia, Arizona and Indiana — combined to produce about 80 percent of watermelons last year. The British are Coming!
"The British are coming! The British are coming!" These days, this cry applies to tourists rather than "redcoats." Nearly 5 million tourists from the UK visited the United States in a recent year, more than from any other country except Japan. $74 billion
Dollar volume of trade last year between the United States and the United Kingdom, making the U.K., our adversary in 1776, our sixth-leading trading partner today.
The value of fireworks imported from China, representing the bulk of all U.S. fireworks imports ($135.6 million) in 2002. U.S. exports of fireworks, by comparison, amounted to $13.5 million, with Germany purchasing more than any other single country ($5.0 million).
Imports of U.S. Flags
$7.9 million
The dollar value of U.S. imports of American flags in 2002; more than half of this amount ($5.2 million) was for U.S. flags made in China. This was down from the 2001 dollar value of U.S. flag imports ($51.7 million), but still considerably higher than the total for 2000 ($747,800). That was the last full year prior to 9/11.
$646,452
Dollar value of exports of U.S. flags in 2002. Japan was the leading customer, purchasing $86,189 worth.
125,000
Number of U.S. flags flown over the U.S. Capitol last year at the request of House and Senate members. On July 4 alone, 1,200 were flown over Washington, D.C. (From the U.S. Capitol Flag Room.)
$272 million
Annual dollar value of shipments of fabricated flags, banners and similar emblems by the nation's manufacturers, according to the latest economic census (1997) for which there is published data.
Coming to America
32.5 million
The number of foreign-born residents in the United States in 2002; they accounted for 11.5 percent of the nation's total population.
More than 1-in-3 foreign-born residents were naturalized U.S. citizens. Six states had estimated foreign-born populations of 1 million or more: California (8.8 million), New York (3.6 million), Florida (2.8 million), Texas (2.4 million), New Jersey (1.2 million) and Illinois (1.2 million).
Among the foreign-born population, 52 percent were born in Latin America, 26 percent in Asia, 14 percent in Europe and the remaining 8 percent in other regions of the world, such as Africa and Oceania.
State Park Lakes & Beaches
66 million Number of visits in a recent year to our national parks — a particularly scenic locale for a July 4
th picnic. There were 766
million visits in a recent year to another popular picnic venue — state parks or recreation areas. Those in California (80 million), Ohio (59 million), New York (56 million), Washington (48 million) and Illinois (44 million) recorded the highest number of visits. You may or may not be able to picnic there, but a visit to a national historical site is a particularly fitting way to celebrate our nation's heritage. In a recent year, about 72 million people flocked to national historical sites and 24 million to national monuments. Source: U.S. Census Bureau