The town of Bentonville, Arkansas is known for a few things, but the most common is that it's the world headquarters for the Wal-Mart Corporation. But what visitors might not know is that what is now a globally traded company started as a humble five and dime on the town square. Sam Walton and his family opened their first store as a Ben Franklin chain store nearby and when … [Read more...] about Visiting the Walmart Museum
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Visiting the BB King Museum
The BB King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center, located in the late legend's hometown of Indianola, Mississippi, is an essential stop for people who want to learn the rich history of blues music. It's located in an old train depot, complete with interactive exhibits devoted to the life of the musician as well as on the time in which he lived and the Mississippi Delta. The $14 … [Read more...] about Visiting the BB King Museum
Visiting the Wolfsonian Museum
Miami has a thriving arts scene and the Wolfsonian Art Museum, which is a part of the Florida International University campus. The Art Nouveau building houses pieces that are entirely different from what you might find at other art museums. The emphasis is on design pieces and education rather than "famous" names. The museum was created to explore how art communicates and … [Read more...] about Visiting the Wolfsonian Museum