A must-do road trip for every family is Virginia. From the earliest English settlers to recent Civil Rights events, Virginia truly is for history lovers!
Virginia Road Trip
Siena (Italy)
Siena is a beautiful town in the heart of Tuscany, and its centuries-old Palio horse race is the quintessential Italian event. Read my new review, and start planning your trip for 2022!
Fossil Butte National Monument (Wyoming)
If your kids are tired of historic homes or battlefields, check out the natural history in your state. We visited Fossil Butte National Monument in Wyoming on vacation and were fascinated with its fossils from a prehistoric lake. Read my new review of America's aquarium in stone!
Favorite Civil War Books for Children
Here's my list of favorite Civil War books for children and teens. What book would you add to the list?
Robert Russa Moton Museum (Virginia)
The Moton Museum in Farmville, Virginia is known as the birthplace of the student civil rights movement. This Friday marks the 70th anniversary of the student-led walkout, which ultimately helped integrate schools in America. Read my new review of the museum and plan your visit!
Book of Kells/Trinity College (Dublin)
While visiting Dublin, one of the must-see historic sites is the Book of Kells exhibit at Trinity College. Your kids will be awe-struck by both the medieval manuscript and the Harry Potter-like library that’s part of the college. Read my new review today and take a virtual tour until you can visit in person!
Pamplin Historical Park (Virginia)
This week marks the 156th anniversary of the end of the Civil War. Pamplin Historical Park near Petersburg, Virginia is a great historical site to visit to learn more about the final days of the war. Read my new review today!
Favorite Books – First Quarter, 2021
This year, I'll post each quarter about my favorite books read in the past three months. Read today's post to see what I read January - March in 2021!
Historic Polegreen Church (Richmond)
Sometimes historical ruins are the perfect places to absorb history while letting your kids run in nature. Read my new review of Historic Polegreen Church and learn more about this atmospheric place perfect for a springtime picnic.
Cliffs of Moher (Ireland)
Today is St. Patrick's Day! My favorite place to visit in Ireland is the Cliffs of Moher, located on the Wild Atlantic Way. Read my new review today to begin planning your dream trip there once travel restrictions are lifted.
