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…
Nine Ways to Explore the Sailing Museum in Newport, Rhode Island
On a recent visit to Newport, Rhode Island, we enjoyed exploring one of Newport’s newest museums- The Sailing Museum. Opened in the spring of 2022 on Thames Street in the heart of Newport, the Sailing Museum celebrates the sport of sailing, the individuals who have made sailing popular, and the pure joy that comes from…
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…
Ten Places to Explore at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C.
Washington D.C., the capital of America, is full of historical places and attractions that are FREE and open to the public throughout the year. One of the most beautiful spots to explore is the Library of Congress, located on Capitol Hill and next door to the Supreme Court Building.
Touring the Assemblée Nationale du Québec in Québec City
On a recent trip to Québec, Canada, we made sure one of our first stops was a visit to the Parliament Building, home of the National Assembly, to learn all about French Canadian government. A National Historic Site, the National Assembly Parliament Building was built between 1877 and 1886 on Parliament Hill, inspired by the…
Touring La Citadelle de Québec
The biggest military base in North America, La Citadelle was built by the British from 1820-1831 on Cape Diamond, the city’s highest point. La Citadelle was built to control who had access to the northern parts of Canada and to protect Quebec from future American invasions, after the invasion during the War of 1812. La…