Some museums are so unique, it’s hard to place them in a general category. But it’s those types of museums that offer a different perspective on the world around us.
Learn how to drive a stagecoach! It’s one of the many exhibits at the Wells Fargo Museum in Phoenix I found while attending a work conference. And best of all – admission was free AND it was indoors. Because let’s face it: Phoenix can get HOT! WELLS FARGO HAS PERMANENTLY CLOSED THIS MUSEUM 🙁 If…
Paris is filled with art and history museums. And many of those Paris museums are filled with tourists from around the world, each one trying to grab a selfie with the Mona Lisa or a Monet. But my wife and I discovered a museum that’s off the beaten path and worth every moment we spent…
As a big fan of jazz music, I was excited to explore the New Orleans Jazz Museum when I was in the Big Easy for a work conference. I was even more intrigued when I discovered it also housed displays on the U.S. Mint, which initially was operated in the same building. Since I didn’t…
If you ever plan to motor west along Route 66, I found a hidden gem for you to check out. Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch is just west of Barstow, California, and there is no entrance fee. You don’t have to spend more than 30 minutes – so it won’t delay you in reaching your final…
A colleague of mine ended up attending a work conference with me in Nashville. Brady is much more familiar with country music than I am, and was able to visit the Ryman Auditorium, which housed the Grand Ole Opry for three decades. My daughter and I stopped by the exterior of the Ryman during our…
We’ve driven through Cedar City many times on our way to St. George. We knew Cedar Breaks National Monument was nearby, but until a few months ago, I had no clue an amazing Utah State Park – the Frontier Homestead State Park Museum – was there. My brother joined me for a business trip to…
I stumbled across the Phoenix Police Museum while exploring downtown Phoenix on Google Maps. I’m really glad I did. The volunteers at the museum, along with the history, artifacts and memorial are worth a visit. Plus, it’s free to visit the museum. After spending about an hour there talking with one of the volunteers and…
You don’t have to be a fanatic of country music to enjoy the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville. My daughter and I enjoyed our visit and even learned of a few new artists that belong on my “Oldies but Goodies” Spotify playlist. The museum honors classic and currents artists. There are…
Boston is riddled with history. It’s been coined as “The Cradle of Liberty” because of its role in the early days of the American Revolution. But if you’re looking for a different type of historical museum, then the Boston Fire Museum should be on your list. Here’s what you need to know about the Boston…
Collecting coins is one of the oldest hobbies in the world. I started collecting pennies as a teenager. My sons started collecting them last year. So when I had a few hours to explore Philadelphia, I made it a point to visit the United States Mint. The interactive, self-guided tour is perfect for people of…
