Located in rural Wilkes County, there are few places as beautiful and quintessentially antebellum as Washington, Georgia. First settled in the 1700s, the town of less than 5,000 has many buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Robert Toombs House, the Wilkes County Courthouse, and the Mary Willis Library. The town was the site of two … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Washington, GA
Music Monday: Otis Redding
Otis Redding Jr. was a high school dropout who supported his family by playing with Little Richard's band the Upsetters. After a chance encounter at Stax Recording Studio, he signed his first contract. His music initially reached primarily African American audiences, but later became widely appreciated, honoring him with number one record on the Billboards charts. He was … [Read more...] about Music Monday: Otis Redding
Southern Stays: The Tutwiler Hotel
Birmingham, Alabama was once home to a number of grand hotels and thankfully a handful have been brought back to life in the last few years. One such is The Tutwiler, managed by Hampton Inn & Suites. Originally built in 1914, the hotel was where visiting dignitaries and celebrities stayed. While the original building closed in 1972 and was demolished, the current … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Tutwiler Hotel
Visiting the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
Whether you're a motorsports fan or just curious, make your way to the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Leeds, Alabama, a short drive from Birmingham. Founded by collector and racing legend George Barber in the 1960s, the humble collection eventually developed into the largest motorcycle collection in the world and opened to the public in 1995. What to See … [Read more...] about Visiting the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum
Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina may conjure images of Spring Break or, these days, family fun. But there's plenty to keep you and your friends entertained. A short drive from most major Southern cities, the Grand Strand stays warm for much of the year. And in addition to its stunning beaches, there are cultural offerings as well. You're sure to dine well during your trip, … [Read more...] about Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, South Carolina