Museums are wonderful learning opportunities. You can admire wonderful works of art or dive into hands-on science projects. Find the museum that’s right for you, then plan a day trip or multi-day vacation to experience history, science and more.
One man has set out to preserve his heritage and culture. Over the years, he’s collected 1,500+ artifacts from Somali culture and heritage that help tell the story of the Somali people. Only a small portion of those artifacts are on display at the Somali Museum of Minnesota in Minneapolis. My son and I are…
During my travels across the United States, I continue to gain new insights about the nation I call home. Philadelphia is one of the best cities to explore to learn about the founding of the United States. The historical museums and iconic sites around the city are amazing. Following my travel to Philadelphia, I’ve assembled…
Washington, DC, is packed with history about the United States of America. While most people come to tour the museums, memorials, art galleries, Capitol Building and Arlington Cemetery, there’s another site I highly recommend: Historic Ford’s Theatre. It’s the place where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated on April 14, 1865 by John Wilkes Booth. Today,…
Most travelers to Washington, DC, rave about the National Air and Space Museum. I’ve enjoyed wandering its halls a couple of times. But during my last visit, I discovered a companion facility to the National Air and Space Museum – The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Washington Dulles International Airport in Chantilly, Virginia. More than…
The Palace of Versailles is a beautiful, ornate and historical piece of European history. But it’s more than just a palace. It’s also gardens, hamlets, hideaways and fountains spread across more than 2,000 acres of land. Different parts of Versailles open at different times of the day. This article will help you plan a day…
I’ve been to my share of aviation museums. There’s one a short drive from my house in Utah. I’ve been to ones in Oregon, California and New York. But the College Park Aviation Museum in Maryland is a unique treasure trove of historical firsts in the world of aviation. Plus, it’s a short metro ride…
While exploring the Oregon Coast, my wife and I came inland a few miles to explore Tillamook. Most people flock to tour the world-famous Tillamook Creamery. But on our way into town, we stumbled across an amazing piece of history: the Tillamook Air Museum. The museum is housed inside a one-of-a-kind hangar that was built…
When you make plans to visit Paris, you often thing of museums featuring colorful works of art or enjoying a crepe in a small cafe. But have you ever thought of wandering through tunnels below the city, lined with bones and skulls? The Paris Catacombs are a unique experience that’s sure to creep you out…
Our family had a wonderful time exploring several museums and iconic sites around Seattle. While making plans to visit the National Nordic Museum, we noticed a spot a short distance west from the museum that looked like an unique spot to explore. The Ballard Locks, also known as the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, is something…
The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most iconic monuments in Paris – probably second only to the Eiffel Tower. Although it doesn’t stand as tall as the famous tower, it’s the perfect spot to see some of the best views of the city. I’ve been to the top of this historic monument twice,…
