New Orleans is one of the oldest cities in America, and looking at these photos really gives you a sense of the history here. These New Orleans vintage photos are incredible to look at and remember what the city was like. Here are some of the most beautiful photos we’ve found of what New Orleans looked like 100 years ago. Lee Circle, 1928 Shorpy.com This scene from Lee Circle is a blast from the past....
The perfect destinations to seek out when you’re looking to take a charming day trip, New York’s small towns will win over your heart. In the past we’ve talked about some of the Empire State’s more quirky places like Pine Bush and Lily Dale as well as Tannersville and Chittenango that all have their own reasons for making you want to visit. So if you’re looking to tack on one more unique area that’s worth traveling to, try heading to one of our state’s most eccentric towns in Chautauqua County....
Strange town names; every state has them. You know, the ones that leave you scratching your head wondering if you heard correctly. Well, wonder no more. From silly to just plain weird, check out the list below for the state’s most unusual community and town names. Bear Town Smabs Sputzer/Flickr Hot Coffee Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr Possumneck Kingdom Living Chickenbone Janine/Flickr Chunky The Tippy Toe Diet Alligator The Less Beaten Path...
DC is known for respecting our past and honoring the history of the city. While we work hard to honor our buildings and monuments, there is one place in DC that has actually been forgotten. Mount Zion Cemetery is a forgotten cemetery that holds stories of the district’s past. Mount Zion is located in DC at 27th and Q Street in Georgetown. It was founded in 1808 as The Methodist Cemetery....
Wouldn’t you just love a nice country ride through Georgia? Well, why don’t you go!? Here are 10 more beautiful country roads that’ll make you fall in love all over again with your home state: Rural Oglethorpe Road Nate Shivar via Flickr Wonder what’s around that bend? There are plenty of roads like this one in the rural parts of Oglethorpe. Country road in Stone Mountain Chris McCorkle via Flickr This grey and white photo of this road in Stone Mountain is simply striking!...
A lot of folks don’t know that Connecticut has its very own Cherry Blossom Festival, but it sure does! After a long winter, there’s no way to celebrate the coming of spring than by attending this annual event. The scene is vibrant with pinks and there’s entertainment for visitors of all ages. So mark your calendars! The 44th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival is on Sunday, April 23rd. Wooster Square isn’t just historic....
If you’ve seen the images outlining where the total solar eclipse will fall this August, you’ve probably expected Rhode Island to be completely out of the path. Fear not! We’re not going to miss all of the fun. We the people of Rhode Island will get to experience some of the amazing sight right from home as a partial eclipse. Wow! The Great American eclipse will span the US from Portland, Oregon to Charlestown, South Carolina on August 21st....
Even if you’ve never visited Pie Town in Catron County, its name is intriguing enough to make you add it to your bucket list. A remote town named after a tasty dessert? What’s not to like? And, yes, this tiny community of 186 people does make insanely yummy pies. In fact, every September, the town hosts a pie festival. We were fascinated to discover these old photos of Pie Town, shot in the 1940s by photographer Russell Lee....
It’s safe to say that religion is a pretty big deal in Mississippi. Not only is it located in the Bible Belt, but the state’s repeatedly been recognized as one of the most religious in the entire country. In fact, according to data released by the website Sperling’s Best Places, 59.24% of Mississippians consider themselves to be religious. To put that into perspective, it’s almost a full 10% above the national average....
Thanksgiving has come and gone, which means it is time to get your you-know-what into gear and start making your way down that long list of gifts for people who are hard to please. Why not get them something truly unique this year? Here are some Illinois-inspired gifts that would make anyone happy. These sure are a great start. If you are a maker of Illinois-inspired gifts, feel free to plug your business in the comments....
New Jersey is home to countless beautiful parks, but only a handful have dark, disturbing histories. If you’re into scary stories and pretty places, you’ll definitely want to learn more about Skillman Village. In 1898, the New Jersey State Village for epileptics was founded. Dom Turner It was originally established to be a supportive atmosphere where patients could thrive. It became a self contained city with educational facilities, a theater, working farm and more....
The Earthquake of 1964 was very destructive to Southcentral Alaska. The epicenter of the quake was at the bottom of the ocean in the Prince William Sound and all of Southcentral Alaska was affected to varying degrees of severity. The earthquake dealt a serious blow to the shoreline of the Turnagain Arm. The whole area dropped several feet and flooded this coastal forest with sea water, killing the trees. This haunting ghost forest lies along the Seward Highway, a reminder of the catastrophe....
If you’re looking for a romantic getaway, you’ll want somewhere with all the comforts and amenities, and an interesting history wouldn’t hurt either. Seven Wives Inn in Saint George is just the place – it consists of two homes, plus a little cottage. The rooms are quaint and comfortable, the breakfast is delicious, but best of all? It has an intriguing, polygamist history! Check it out! The Woolley-Foster House is the main part of the inn....
There’s nothing better than a charming small town, except maybe a charming small town with a great farmers market! Whether you’re searching for gifts, plants, sweets, or just the freshest produce imaginable, you have to check out this lovely small town market in Central Florida. The Winter Park Farmers Market is located at 200 West New England Avenue. Facebook/Winter Park Farmers’ Market It’s recognized as one of the best produce and plant markets in the state, but this market has so much more than plants and produce....
With fantastic food found all over Rhode Island you can pretty much find anything you’re craving. From great Italian, to barbecue, and even more eclectic options, you really can find it all. You can also find amazing Mexican food and delicious tacos right in state. Here are the best options all laid out in one terrific taco Rhody road trip. Google Maps Poco Loco Tacos, Cranston Yelp/Bryan W. Poco Loco Tacos is a perfect place to start....
Some would argue that Texas is the most religious state in the country. Everyone can agree that a good portion of Texans are church-going, god-fearing people. Taken from the ARDA’s 2010 study, here are the 10 most religious counties in the state. Runnels County Flickr/jstephenconn 88.9% of residents in Runnels County adhere to their beliefs. Gray County Flickr/thinktk This little county on Route 66 comes in 9th, with 90% of its residents adhering to their beliefs....
Sure, we’re easygoing here in Alabama, but there are several phrases we hear over and over again that truly annoy us. Let’s take a look at 10 phrases people from Alabama are tired of hearing. You take college football way too seriously! SECTalk.com Here in Alabama, college football isn’t just a sport, it’s a way of life. If we take it too seriously, then so be it! How many national championship titles has your state brought home?...
Idaho makes an excellent teacher. Whether instilling from a young age solid Western values and a strong work ethic, or whether it is the landscape itself doing the teaching, the Gem State is a tangible book of wisdom that offers life lessons that will stay with you for years to come. From the simple and practical, to truths from the heart, here are 14 things that Idaho will no doubt teach you about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness....
If you want an accurate map of Pennsylvania’s cities and interstates, check your local mini-mart. If you want some silly Pennsylvania maps… Check here. We scoured the internet to find the silliest geographical representations of our state, and here they are. This map totally gets our unique dialect down. themetapicture.com Pennsylvania is one of the most linguistically diverse states in the country! Didn’t youse know that already? We have a lot of… mimes?...
From brains to brawn to comedy gold, New Hampshire has sent some outstanding individuals into the world. Here are nine celebrities that you may not have known hail from New Hampshire. Adam Sandler Celebrityabc/flickr This Hollywood super star was born and raised in Manchester, and his movies often highlight the Granite State. Sarah Silverman David Shankbone/flickr The Comedy Central comedian was born in Bedford and attended school in Manchester. Seth Meyers Anya Garrett/Wikimedia The Late Night host was also born in Bedford (there must be comedy gold in the water there)....
