The Tower formation dominates the place known as Devils Tower National Monument. But this place has many different names; those names have their origins in the people connected to this place and the stories which form those bonds. The name of a place has significant meaning for certain people - sometimes good, sometimes bad.
Regardless of the name you prefer for the Tower, the national monument protects more than just the rock formation. The ecosystems surrounding the formation, and the views one finds from within the park, offer a deeper significance than may first be suspected. Finding that significance helps establish a sense of place. The people that use this place connect with it in their own ways, contributing to a rich cultural history that extends beyond the park boundary.
Places of Devils Tower National Monument