My Destination Booked project is taking a look at historical fiction set in our nation's capital!
Tag: War of 1812
Octagon House Museum (Washington, DC)
The Octagon House was once the home of the President and First Lady! Visit this unique structure on your next visit to Washington, DC.
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage (Tennessee)
While in Nashville, I had to visit Andrew Jackson's Hermitage to check another presidential site off my list. Read my new review about this historic site that is one of the oldest and best preserved presidential homes in the nation.
Booking It Through History: First Ladies – Anna Harrison
While a footnote of history as the shortest serving first lady, Anna Harrison had an adventurous life. Read my new Booking It Through History: First Ladies post about her life and legacy.
James Monroe Museum (Virginia)
Visit the James Monroe Museum to see amazing artifacts from our fifth president and his extraordinary life! Located in the quaint town of Fredericksburg, VA, it makes a great stop on the way to Washington, DC.
New Orleans, Louisiana
A trip to the Big Easy may seem daunting with kids but it can be a fun and educational trip! Read my new review of New Orleans to learn the best tips for seeing the historical sites with children.





