Exploring the Dumbarton Oaks Museum and Gardens in Washington, D.C.
We just returned from a weekend in Washington DC (we frequently visit the nation’s capital as it is a short-ish drive from our home in Connecticut and we have several family members and friends who live in the area) and we discovered a new-to-us museum and gardens in the Georgetown area of DC: Dumbarton Oaks.…
Exploring the John Michael Kohler Arts Center and Art Preserve in Kohler, WI
On our recent holiday trip to Kohler, Wisconsin, we had the opportunity to explore many popular sites in the village, as well as attractions in the adjacent city of Sheboygan. One of the most well known museums in Sheboygan is the John Michael Kohler Arts Center, a 100,000 square foot complex that includes eight galleries…
Exploring the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, PA
The city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is the birthplace of, and home to, many influential people in American history, including famed artist Andy Warhol. A museum honoring the influential pop artist, film director, and producer opened in 1994 in the heart of Pittsburgh.
13 Ways to Have Fun in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this Summer
We just returned from a wonderful visit to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, home to almost three dozen colleges and universities, popular athletic teams, historical sites dating back to the French and Indian War, almost 100 distinct neighborhoods, a thriving food scene with distinct specialities, and tons of family friendly attractions, special events, and annual traditions.
City Guide: Eight FREE Things to Do in Durham, North Carolina
On a recent road trip, we enjoyed a weekend exploring Durham, North Carolina. The “City of Medicine” of almost 300,000 people is known for being the home of Duke University and home of what was once the world’s largest tobacco company (W. Dukes and Sons). Formerly known as the “Bull City” because of the Bull…
City Guide: 18 Places Kids Will Love in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C., our nation’s capital city, is full of family friendly attractions, historical sites and museums, cultural events, and open spaces to appreciate nature. Many sites are free to explore, thanks to the Smithsonian Institute, and many sites have only a nominal charge. This week, we’ve updated our City Guide and pulled ALL of our…