# Northeastern Forest Experiment Station

> former research unit of the United States Forest Service

**Wikidata**: [Q116492222](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q116492222)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/northeastern-forest-experiment-station

## Summary
The Northeastern Forest Experiment Station was a former research unit of the United States Forest Service, established in 1923 to conduct forestry research in the northeastern United States. It was later replaced by the Northeastern Research Station.

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1923.
- Parent organization was the United States Forest Service.
- Instance of a research institute.
- Replaced the Alleghany Forest Experiment Station and the Central States Forest Experiment Station.
- Was itself replaced by the Northeastern Research Station.
- Operated with offices in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Orono, and Durham.
- Held the VIAF identifier 124325333.
- Had a BHL creator ID of 86308.
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n79118101.

## FAQs
### Q: What was the primary purpose of the Northeastern Forest Experiment Station?
A: It was a research unit of the United States Forest Service focused on conducting forestry research within the northeastern United States.

### Q: When was the Northeastern Forest Experiment Station active?
A: It was active from its inception in 1923 until it was replaced by the Northeastern Research Station.

### Q: What stations preceded the Northeastern Forest Experiment Station?
A: It replaced the Alleghany Forest Experiment Station and the Central States Forest Experiment Station.

### Q: What happened to the Northeastern Forest Experiment Station?
A: It was replaced by the Northeastern Research Station.

### Q: Where were the main offices of the Northeastern Forest Experiment Station located?
A: Key offices were located in Radnor, Pennsylvania, Orono, and Durham.

## Why It Matters
The Northeastern Forest Experiment Station played a crucial role in advancing forestry science and management practices across the northeastern United States for decades. As a dedicated research unit of the US Forest Service, it generated vital scientific knowledge on forest ecology, silviculture, pests, diseases, and sustainable forest management tailored to the unique ecosystems of the region. This research directly informed forest policy, conservation efforts, and timber production, contributing significantly to the health, productivity, and resilience of the nation's forests. Its work laid the groundwork for future research conducted by its successor, the Northeastern Research Station, ensuring a legacy of scientific contribution to forestry.

## Notable For
- Longevity as a major US Forest Service research station, operating for several decades (1923 - replaced).
- Multiple operational locations including Radnor, PA; Orono; and Durham, indicating a broad regional research scope.
- Successor to two distinct predecessor stations (Alleghany and Central States Forest Experiment Stations), consolidating research efforts.
- Specific identification within major library and archival systems (VIAF, BHL, LoC, NARA).

## Body
### History and Structure
- Established in 1923 as a research unit of the United States Forest Service.
- Functioned as an instance of a research institute.
- Replaced the Alleghany Forest Experiment Station and the Central States Forest Experiment Station.
- Was later replaced by the Northeastern Research Station.
- Operated with offices in multiple locations, including Radnor, Pennsylvania; Orono; and Durham.

### Identification and References
- Official aliases included "Northeastern Station", "Research Unit NE 4351", "Northeastern Forest Experiment Station (Radnor, Pa.)", "Northeastern Forest Experiment Station. Orono Office", "Northeastern Forest Experiment Station (Durham Office)", and "NE Forest Experiment Station".
- Held the VIAF identifier 124325333.
- Had a BHL creator ID of 86308.
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n79118101.
- U.S. National Archives identifiers: 10524815, 10525916, 10525917.
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007430620505171 (referenced from Q106509962).
- Yale LUX ID: group/2553d162-d678-4a12-b52d-a28a6475c5dd.
- Featured a Commons category: "Northeastern Forest Experiment Station".
- Had sitelink count of 1 (on Wikidata).
- Described on Wikidata as "former research unit of the United States Forest Service".
- Wikipedia languages: commons.

## References

1. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File