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16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida

February 26, 2021 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Lighthouses were created to safely signal to incoming boats and once were found throughout the Southeast. Few remain today because of erosion and hurricanes, but Florida is blessed with over sixteen that travelers can visit. We've left out the ones that are in open water and not easily accessible. Some are also temporarily closed. You'll find the majority clustered … [Read more...] about 16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida

8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta

February 19, 2021 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the most important places regarding the Civil Rights Movement. But it's also home to Black cultural leaders like filmmaker Tyler Perry, Bronner Bros. beauty brand, and record labels like So So Def. A Grammy museum is in the works for Atlanta, and the Trap Music Museum has exhibits on the genre made famous by the city's musicians. Learn about the … [Read more...] about 8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta

10 Places to Learn About the Black History of Charleston

September 28, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

An important part of any visit to Charleston, South Carolina, is to honor the legacy of the Black citizens of the city through the iconic works of art, beloved cuisines, and its impact on American history. The International African American Museum is now open in the city to tell these stories. Until then, visit these landmarks and read about the people and places in African … [Read more...] about 10 Places to Learn About the Black History of Charleston

6 Lighthouses to Visit in Georgia

September 14, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Lighthouses were created to safely signal to incoming boats and once were found throughout the Southeast. Few remain today because of erosion and hurricanes, but Georgia is blessed with six that travelers can visit. All lighthouses are located within a short drive of one another so you can base yourself in Savannah to explore the rest. We didn't include the Little … [Read more...] about 6 Lighthouses to Visit in Georgia

7 Historic Homes in Mobile You Can Actually Visit

April 6, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Mobile, Alabama, was incorporated in 1702 after a period of French, British, and Spanish rule. These outside influences created a lasting impact on the architecture of the city. Many of these historic homes are still open today for tours, operating as museums. They feature different styles ranging from Italianate to Greek Revival to Victorian. Historic Mobile … [Read more...] about 7 Historic Homes in Mobile You Can Actually Visit

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