Tag: historical places
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Celebrating America 250 : National Park Sites That Tell the Story of America
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, it feels like the perfect time to reflect on the story of the country—where it began, how it has changed, and the people and places that continue to shape it. This post is the first in a two-part series exploring America through travel. In this first part,…
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America the Beautiful: National Parks & Landmarks Exhibit at Cheekwood Gardens {Tennessee}
From Yellowstone’s Old Faithful Lodge to Tennessee’s own Graceland and the Ryman Auditorium, America the Beautiful: National Parks and Landmarks by Rail transformed Cheekwood Estate & Gardens into a miniature journey across America. Paired with stunning gardens and family-friendly spaces, it made for a memorable Nashville outing.
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Tennessee State Parks: Our Family Journey to Visit All the Parks
From waterfalls and mountain overlooks to historic sites and hidden gems, follow our family’s journey to visit every Tennessee State Park and discover our favorites along the way.
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Visiting the Carter House & Carnton: The Human Story of the Battle of Franklin {Tennessee}
Content Note: The history shared in this post deals with difficult aspects of the American Civil War, including battle casualties, slavery, and the experiences of families caught in the conflict. While this post does not contain graphic descriptions, it does explore the human cost of war and may be more difficult to read. The greatest…
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Visiting Every National Park Site in Tennessee
After sharing about the Junior Ranger program a couple of weeks ago, I started thinking about the many National Park Service sites we’ve visited—especially those close to home. Exploring these parks and historic places has become one of our family’s favorite ways to travel and learn together. Over the years, we’ve slowly worked our way…
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A Kid’s Guide to the National Park Junior Ranger Program
This week, the country celebrates National Park Week, with special events, programs, and fee-free days at parks across the United States. As a family, we love visiting national park sites, and at every single one, our daughter asks to complete the Junior Ranger program. In honor of National Park week, she wanted to share her…
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Power, Faith, & History – Prague Castle {Czech Republic}
We had intentionally set aside a large portion of a day to visit Prague Castle, knowing it wasn’t something to rush through. Calling it simply a “castle” hardly does it justice. What rises above the city is an immense complex — a place where centuries of history have layered themselves one upon another, shaping not…
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History & Art in the Eternal City-Roaming In Rome {Italy}
Our European Christmas vacation began in the Eternal City of Rome. I’ll admit—Rome had never been on my travel bingo card. I’ve always felt a little intimidated by it: the layers of history, the art, the empire, the sheer magnitude of the city itself. Even though I love learning about those things, Rome felt unapproachable…
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Space Race & the Moon Landing- Visiting the U.S. Space & Rocket Center {Alabama}
We spent a weekend down in Alabama, and our first stop was the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville. While many people immediately think of Cape Canaveral when they hear “NASA,” Huntsville played an equally vital role in the space program—this is where the rockets were designed, built, and tested. It’s also home to…
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History, Haunts, & Halloween in Salem {Massachusetts}
With Halloween just around the corner, what better time to talk about one of the most spirited places in America—Salem, Massachusetts. Known as the “Witch City,” Salem fully embraces its spooky side every October. The streets come alive with costumes, ghost tours, candlelit walks, and an undeniable buzz that fills the crisp autumn air. This…