Renoir. Monet. Degas. Cezanne. Rodin. Those are a few of the amazing artists featured in this Paris art museum – the Musee D’Orsay. Before becoming a museum in the 1980s, it was a magnificent train station in the heart of Paris. The building itself is a work of art, both inside and out. On the…
Experience colonial times as you explore the Betsy Ross House in historic Philadelphia. The little house just down the street from the National Constitution Center shares the life of Betsy Ross, the seamstress who’s credited with sewing the first flag of the United States of America. You can enjoy a virtual tour of the house…
I’ve been to the 9/11 Memorial and Museum in New York City twice. The first time was self-guided, meaning I didn’t really know what I was looking at unless I stopped to read a sign. During my second visit, I used the 9/11 Memorial and Museum app I’d downloaded to my iPhone. If you plan…
The Pantheon in Paris has a few unique elements when compared to the many other buildings and historical sites in Paris. Currently, it stands as a mausoleum. The Pantheon has also been known as a chapel and temple throughout its 260+ year history. The Pantheon is a short walk from Luxembourg Gardens (Jardin du Luxembourg)…
Boston is an amazing city with countless activities for the whole family. But Massachusetts has much more to offer than just Boston. There are historical sites, beautiful beaches and some of the best seafood restaurants around. Explore these 6 day trips from Boston and fall in love with Massachusetts. Cape Cod National Seashore Cape Cod…
Feel the purpose and power of the Constitution of the United States of America at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. It’s more than just a collection of artifacts. It’s an interactive classroom that gives you a deeper understanding of why the Constitution begins with three simple words: “We the People…” Philadelphia offers so much…
After a day exploring New York City, my son and I had a few hours to fill before catching a cab to the airport. The South Street Seaport Museum was a few blocks from our hotel, so we bought tickets and explored “Where New York Begins.” The museum has three separate areas to explore: A…
While on business in Philadelphia, I was excited to spend some time at the Museum of the American Revolution. I’d walked the Freedom Trail in Boston and stood on the bridge in Massachusetts where the famed “Shot Heard Round the World” was, well… heard. So learning about the American Revolution as a whole was intriguing….
While walking the Freedom Trail in Boston, I noticed a few signs for the Black Heritage Trail. Time didn’t allow me to walk the trail during that initial trip. But several months later, I was able to explore the Black Heritage Trail. I had a hard time knowing which houses or buildings were part of…
As a fan of World War II history, I was excited to visit the National World War II Museum during a business trip to New Orleans. After spending a few hours exploring the history, personal stories and artifacts, I want to bring my family to the Big Easy just so my kids could experience it,…
