Atlanta, Georgia, is known for its world-class museums, from the extensive collection at the High Museum of Art to the artifacts at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History and the Atlanta History Center, to the story of our past president at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and the Center for Civil and Human Rights. But these are just a few of the cultural institutions … [Read more...] about 14 of Atlanta’s Best Under the Radar Museums
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10 Destinations for Soda Lovers in the South
Did you know that some of the biggest names in soft drinks come from the South? You've surely heard of Coca-Cola but there are many more. Read on to find out how they came to be and where you can learn more about them. Atlanta, Georgia What we know now as Coca-Cola was invented as a headache remedy by John Pemberton at Jacob's Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta in 1886. … [Read more...] about 10 Destinations for Soda Lovers in the South
Visiting the Birthplace of Country Music Museum
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum opened its doors in August 2014 as a partnership between Virginia and Tennessee. The Smithsonian affiliate is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich musical heritage of Bristol and its impact on the development of country music. It's the site of what's called the "big bang" of country music, or the 1927 Bristol Sessions recordings. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Birthplace of Country Music Museum
11 Historic Homes in Vicksburg You Can Actually Visit
Like so many towns along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg was home to lavish plantations and farms where cotton and other products could be shipped up or downstream to market. Cotton planters became millionaires, but at the cost of enslaved labor. Some of these historic homes in the 300-year-old town are still standing and are open to tours. They’re a popular day trip for … [Read more...] about 11 Historic Homes in Vicksburg You Can Actually Visit
Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
St. Augustine, Florida, is home to a number of Gilded Age landmarks, which started when railroad tycoon Henry Flagler created the tourist infrastructure for his passengers. Among them was the Alcazar Hotel, first built in 1888. The History of the Lightner Museum It was the second of his grand hotels, following the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), located … [Read more...] about Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
