Tag: Southeast
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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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A Slow Day Wandering in Leiper’s Fork {Tennessee}
Tucked into the rolling hills of Tennessee, Leiper’s Fork feels like the kind of place that encourages you to slow down a little. The small village is known for its local shops, art galleries, live music, and quiet countryside charm, making it a popular day trip from nearby Nashville and Franklin. We visited on Mother’s…
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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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Exploring Rivers & Oceans at the Tennessee Aquarium {Tennessee}
On a cold and blustery day when we didn’t want to stay home but also didn’t want to brave the weather for long, we decided on a visit to the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga. It’s the perfect kind of outing for in-between days — warm, engaging, and easy to explore at your own pace. Before…
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Unexpected Christmas Delights in Cullman {Alabama}
On our weekend trip to Alabama, we made our way to the small town of Cullman to experience their charming Christmas market. With the area’s deep German heritage, it seems only natural that Cullman would create its own festive Christkindlmarkt for locals and visitors to enjoy. Over the past few years we’ve fallen in love…
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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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Experiencing the Magic of Zoolumination- Nashville Zoo {Tennessee}
One of our favorite annual traditions is visiting the Nashville Zoo when it’s transformed into a world of color and wonder for Zoolumination. Thousands of lanterns glow along the pathways, turning every corner into a moment of surprise and admiration. Each year brings an entirely new experience. The first time we visited, the displays centered…
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Fall Leaves & Natural Bridges- Exploring Head of the Crow State Park
Tennessee seems to be running a little late with the fall colors this year. All through October we kept watching the trees, waiting for any sign of autumn to peek through. And then, almost overnight, the colors arrived — the brilliant golds and fiery reds painting the hillsides in that unmistakable fall glow. But with…