Today's National Weather Service is built upon a long history of dedicated employees committed to their mission of providing data, observations, forecasts, and warnings of weather, water and climate events to save lives, protect property, and enhance the national economy.

As we celebrate our 150th Anniversary, and NOAA its 50th, we have much to document, collect, preserve, and share, along with our partners in the Weather Enterprise and the academic, research, and technology communities who have helped us along the way.

This site is designed to bring the history - the story - of our organization to life, and helps provide an in-depth view into the events, scientific and technological achievements, and professional and personal lives of the individuals who contributed and advanced our great agency that we are proud to be a part of today.