Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park-New Jersey
He did do a million things. As Park Ranger Emma discusses Alexander Hamilton’s vision for Paterson Great Falls, I wonder what million things he left
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Visiting Valley Forge National Historical Park-Pennsylvania
I breathe in the scent of the freshly printed page. Ink, just off of the copier, used to have a smell. Ourteacher’s footsteps tap on
Visiting Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site-Hawaii
The story unfolds before us, as we watch the movie at Pu’ukohola Heiau National Historic Site. A High Priest declares he received a prophecy. Kamehameha
Seminole Rest National Historic Site-Florida
National Park designations can be confusing. There are 16 different designations and as we learn upon arriving at Seminole Rest, there are sites within sites.
Caddie Woodlawn Historical Park-Wisconsin
I have been a fan of books, for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I especially cherished stories about spirited, independent girls,
Lafayette-History and Cultural Tour
Lafayette, Louisiana, is steeped in history. Growing up and continuing to live in the North East, Tri-State area, I am immersed in the United States’
Vermilionville-Lafayette
Our tour of Vermilionville, in Lafayette, Louisiana, ends with a cat. A snoozy, friendly cat, who elicitsdelighted photo snaps. But this is the ending, First,
Jamestown Glasshouse-Virginia
Located near the Historic Jamestowne site, Jamestown Glasshouse, is worth a stop. The experience starts with an atmospheric walk from the parking lot, through the
Jamestown Settlement-Williamsburg Trip
Like Colonial Williamsburg, as a history nerd kid, I’m surprised this is my first visit ever, to Jamestown Settlement, in Virginia. Our day starts at
Historic Jamestowne Site-Virginia
When initially planning a Williamsburg, Virginia trip, many people aren’t aware that there are two Jamestown sites, the Historic Jamestowne Site, and the Jamestown Settlement.