Wisconsin’s past, present, and future industry rests on its farming culture. Let’s take a look at the past. Here are 12 old shots of Wisconsin farms from between the 1930s-1940s. Some things have changed but so many things have stayed the same. Here is a shot of a dairy farm in Viroqua in 1942. John Vachon/Photogrammar This guy is up waking the cows in Vernon County 1942. Arthur Rothstein/Photogrammar Yep, ladies worked on the farm....
The only thing more eerie than creepy tales about old insane asylums are old insane asylums with creepy tales that are still standing. Ohio has a rich haunting history, and The Ridges (located in Athens, Ohio right next to the Ohio University campus) was once home to one of the state’s most infamous former insane asylums. The Athens Lunatic Asylum (The Ridges) Justin Masterson/Flickr What was once the Athens Lunatic Asylum is now owned by Ohio University, but parts of the facility still hold shadows, stains and spirits of former mental patients who often suffered from violent treatments such as lobotomies....
Ok, so massive might be a bit of a stretch. This amazing candy store packs its wares into just 200 square feet of store, but the selection is massive, and if you have a sweet tooth, you are going to want to check this decadently sweet candy store out. Carrying loads of candies from around the world, this sweet shop is most notable for its selection of non-GMO, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan and dye-free offerings....
Montana doesn’t really do the “big city” thing—even our more populated areas would be considered mid-sized cities elsewhere. Our small towns are where you’ll find some of the best people, restaurants, shops and attractions. If you’re lucky enough to call the Treasure State home, you should make it a point to see as many tiny towns as you can—and you should definitely visit Ennis. Ennis is located in Madison County in the southwestern portion of the state....
Partially thanks to dedicated history-keepers and donations to the Library of Congress, there’s a good chunk of Kansas’ history documented here and there. It’s estimated that photography didn’t take off until the mid 1800s, so there’s not much to look at from before then. We’ve looked through archives upon archives, and found some of the oldest photos ever taken in Kansas. Take a look! Kansas Avenue in Topeka circa 1860 Wikimedia Commons...
Pennsylvania is a wonderful land, filled with rolling green hills, kind-hearted folk, and cheesesteaks so greasy they’ll soak through your paper plate. Mmmm. There are some difficult things about living here, though, that every Pennsylvanian experiences… State budget? Guess that’s not in the cards this year. Wikimedia Commons That is not a group of Pennsylvanians happily looking on as Tom Wolf signs the 2016 budget. But, we have other important things to worry about, such as…...
Life during WWII varied from state to state, but these photos show that Vermonters have never been afraid to work hard, play hard and find a smile in the simple and social things in life. Farmers near Woodstock, Vermont, bring their cans of milk to the crossroads early every morning where it is picked up by the coop farmers’ truck and is taken to the city. Marion Post Wolcott Mr. Gilbert and hired man hauling wood for winter fuel in Woodstock....
Long gone are the days when a map was, well, just a map. Search online for a map of your state and you’ll quickly realize that maps based on states’ characteristics, habits, and stereotypes are all the rage right now. So, we decided to search the internet for maps of Mississippi to see what we could find. From somewhat strange to a bit silly, here are five maps of the state that are interesting, to say the least....
If you want to see a little piece of West Virginia history, you need only check out some of the state’s many grist mills. The mills, which were historically used to grind grain into flour, are dotted throughout the state. Many are abandoned and some are not intact, but they’re all pretty cool looking. Here are some of them: 1.Mollohan Mill, located on the Left Fork Holly River in Webster County...
If you’re interested in exploring Louisiana’s unique geological wonders, you don’t have to travel very far. Right within New Orleans’ parish lines is one of the oddest geological wonders in the state. Let’s explore this very special natural treasure in New Orleans. Over 23,000 acres of amazing swamps are found at the Barataria Preserve. Flickr.com / Rafael Medina You’ll find it at 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero. You can visit from Wednesday - Sunday from 9:30am to 4:30pm....
When you say the words “Wet n’ Wild” to a long-time Las Vegas local, you’ll surely get a mouthful. We’ll tell you about our favorite old amusement park, the 27-acre wet dream on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip—not to be confused with the Wet ‘n’ Wild built in the southwest part of the valley in 2013 (note the difference in grammatically incorrect apostrophes). R.I.P. Wet n’ Wild Water Park: 1985-2004...
If food is your first love, then you’re living in the right city. New Orleans has incredible restaurants, from five-star dining to hole-in-the-wall diners. For the best breakfast you’ve ever tasted, head to Majoria’s Commerce Restaurant, located at 300 Camp Street. You’ll find Commerce Restaurant on the corner of Gravier and Camp Streets. umikube/Tripadvisor Inside this unassuming restaurant, you’ll find a basic, no-frills diner. Ralphthetraveler/Tripadvisor arkanereality/Tripadvisor The place is often packed, especially on weekends....
Ohio is home to some pretty impressive natural wonders, but many of them are little-known. Crystal Cave on South Bass Island is a hidden gem that most people don’t about. Imagine a cave of nothing but celestine crystals. Pretty cool, right? In fact, Crystal Cave is the largest known geode in the whole world—and it’s hiding right here in the Buckeye State. Take a look: Tucked away on South Bass Island in Put-In-Bay, Ohio is Heineman’s Winery and Crystal Cave, and it’s a truly unique tourist attraction....
So, what would an ideal “Washington day” look like, anyway? Probably something like this… Begin your day with a very Washington breakfast. Jennifer / Flickr Try some Snoqualmie Falls oatmeal, a hardboiled egg from Wilcox Family Farms, fruit from your local Farmers Market and a big cup of Starbucks coffee (or your favorite local brew). Take a drive down one of our scenic highways. Ed Suominen / Flickr There are beautiful roads all over the state....
Considered the nicest waterfront walkway in the state, it’s no surprise that the Niantic Bay Boardwalk is considered iconic. East Lyme is a p[opular summer destination due to its small town New England charm and stunning views. But even if you’re just coming to do a little shopping, you can’t leave leave without taking a stroll down this boardwalk. There’s just no better way to experience the Long Island Sound....
Get out of DC this summer and take a scenic ride through the West Virginia mountains. Two hours outside of DC, the Potomac Eagle Scenic railroad will take you on a unique journey through picturesque towns and gorgeous scenery. It’s the best mountain train near DC! The Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad is a three hour train ride that takes you through “The Trough,” a narrow mountain valley. Facebook/Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad...
This unique experience offered by The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment allows visitors to observe the marine life of Spring Lake in their natural habitat. You’ll feel as if you’re one with the creatures, gliding through the water alongside them and admiring their beautiful, well-preserved ecosystem. It’s truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that everyone should take advantage of this spring or summer. Facebook/MeadowsCenterforWaterandtheEnvironment Watch this video to see the gorgeous sights awaiting you on your journey:...
The Lone Star State has the bragging rights to being “Number One” at a lot of things, live stock production and oil and natural gas are among them. If you’re curious, you can see a list of Texas’ “number ones” here. While being number one is usually the ultimate ranking to attain, there’s a “number one” spot no one wants: the number one least safest state in which to live when it comes to natural disasters....
The Las Vegas area is so much more than hotels and casinos. Just southwest of Sin City is one of the most beautiful collection of bike trails in the state. Located just south of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area sit the Cottonwood Valley Trail System and the popular Blue Diamond Loop. Both recreational and avid bikers will love this gorgeous collection of scenic bike trails. These fun, challenging, and scenic bike trails are sure to please both beginner and expert cyclists—and everyone in between!...
Are you familiar with the city of Kokomo? If you’ve ever visited or lived nearby, you might be aware of the “Kokomo” hum that hundreds of residents complain about every year. While this hum hasn’t been completely explained, many residents speculate that’s it’s caused by something lurking underground…underneath the city… OZinOH/Flickr The hum heard by many in Kokomo was allegedy dismissed as noises coming from industrial fans in nearby factories in 2002, but despite noise cancelling practices, this hum is still heard around the city....
