Established in 1948, the Georgia Museum of Art in Athens, Georgia became the state's official art museum in 1982. It's located on the campus of the University of Georgia's Lamar Dodd School of Art. What to See at the Georgia Museum of Art The permanent collection boasts works of American art, including paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries with an emphasis on … [Read more...] about Visiting the Georgia Museum of Art
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Visiting the Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum
A significant stop for any fans of Elvis Presley is his birthplace and museum in Tupelo, Mississippi, where he lived until he was 13, when the family moved to Memphis, Tennessee. The complex includes his actual birth home, a museum dedicated to his impact on Tupelo and the world, and a restored historic church that was moved from a few blocks away. The birthplace and museum … [Read more...] about Visiting the Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum
Visiting the Gateway to the Blues Museum in Tunica
The Gateway to the Blues Museum opened in February 2015 in Tunica, Mississippi along the Mississippi Blues Trail. It serves as a true gateway to the blues trail, which starts in Memphis and runs through Clarksdale and onward to Vicksburg. Located next to the Tunica visitor's center, the museum was years in the making, made possible with the support of local … [Read more...] about Visiting the Gateway to the Blues Museum in Tunica
Visiting the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge
The Louisiana State Museum system has nine museums throughout the state, but the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge is the crown jewel. It's the ideal place to start your trip before exploring Louisiana further, as it features exhibits on the most notable towns, types of food, music, and festivals. This post contains affiliate links. Exhibits at the Capitol Park … [Read more...] about Visiting the Capitol Park Museum in Baton Rouge
Visiting the National World War II Museum
The National World War II Museum brings together the history of World War II with a focus on the role the United States, and the city of New Orleans, played on the Great War. It is associated with the Smithsonian Institution and opened in 2000 on the 56th anniversary of D-Day. Visitors are encouraged to spend at least three hours at the museum to fully appreciate … [Read more...] about Visiting the National World War II Museum
