The area around Lake Norman is full of small towns, but Denver, North Carolina is just one. Originally known as Dry Pond, the unincorporated community is a part of Lincoln County. Originally settled in 1770 by Scots-Irish and Germans, Catawba and Cherokee tribes also lived here. The area was home to a Revolutionary War battle at Cowan's Ford. While the town lost its … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Denver, NC
Visiting the Tellus Science Museum
Located in the northwest Georgia community of Cartersville, the Tellus Museum was once the humble Weiman Mineral Museum that has gone on to become one of the state's best science museums. A popular spot for field trips and homeschool groups, the curious will spend hours wandering the museum's halls. It first opened in 1983 but closed in 2007 before reopening under the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Tellus Science Museum
Native American Landmarks of Georgia
The state of Georgia is rich in Native American history with tribes settled here long before European arrival. Cherokee and Creek tribes were forcibly removed on the Trail of Tears. There are now 10 locations in the state with National Trail of Tears designations. But these landmarks are a reminder of their legacy. New Echota State Historic Site, Calhoun New Echota … [Read more...] about Native American Landmarks of Georgia
Road Tripping from Atlanta to Huntsville
As I prepared for my trip to a conference in Huntsville, I was excited to plan my route through the back roads of Georgia and Alabama. The mountainous region is underrated when it comes to travel destinations, but well worth visiting. I've made this trip a few times and am excited to share some of my favorite road trip stops. I took I-75 north to 140 to 27 to 48, which … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Atlanta to Huntsville
Small Town Saturday: Zebulon, GA
The small town of Zebulon, Georgia was originally founded in 1825 and named for Zebulon Pike, an American explorer. Today, it has a population of fewer than 1,200 people. Centered around the red brick historic courthouse built in 1895, a number of structures are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the Old Zebulon Depot and the Franklin House. The … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Zebulon, GA