10 Ways to Explore Hagley Museum and Library in Wilmington, Delaware
On a recent trip to beautiful Wilmington, Delaware, we had the opportunity to learn all about the history of the du Pont family and the DuPont Company, one of the first- and largest- supplier of black powder. One of the best ways to learn about the company and prominent Delaware family is to explore the…
Nine Things to Do in Newport, Rhode Island This Spring
The “City by the Sea”, Newport, Rode Island is a popular spot to visit any time of year, but the spring season offers its own benefits: beautiful weather, many popular attractions open without the summer crowds, and plenty of outdoor spaces to enjoy. In addition to its over three miles of waterfront on the Narraganset…
10 Ways to Explore the Plains of Abraham Museum in Québec
Founded in 1908 as a historic area within the Battlefield Park of Québec City in Québec and deeded to the city, The Plains of Abraham is one of the largest city parks in the world. The 240+ acre park, named for Abraham Martin (former pilot to the king and friend of Samuel de Champlain) is…
10 Things to Do at the Musée de la Civilisation in Québec City
The Musée de Civilisation, located in the heart of Old Québec near the harbor, celebrates the rich history of the diverse population of Québec, including the many Indigenous people, Inuit, artists, scientists, inventors, and explorers.
Touring the Maryland State House in Annapolis, Maryland
On a recent visit to Annapolis, Maryland, we enjoyed learning all about the history of the state, and significant American history, while touring the State House in the heart of Annapolis. Annapolis, Maryland was the capitol of America from November of 1783 through August of 1784, the first peacetime capitol and the only state house…
The Hew Hampshire State House in Concord, New Hampshire
The New Hampshire State House, located in the capital city of Concord, is the home base of New Hampshire’s 24 State Senators, each Senator representing 55,000 residents, and 400 House Representatives, one for every 3,500 residents. State House members have other full time jobs and several college student members are current House members (the minimum…