Seeing America Archives - Page 19 of 43

Georgia gold rush a short travel from Atlanta

January 7, 2014 Todd DeFeo

Long before the California gold rush, the North Georgia mountains were the site of the nation’s first gold rush. Dahlonega’s fortunes changed forever in 1828, nearly two decades before the famous California Gold Rush took place, when gold was discovered in the North Georgia mountains.

Kennedy assassination sites bring to life that fatal day in Dallas

November 22, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The shooting death of President John F. Kennedy 50 years ago today forever changed a nation and opened five decades of conspiracy theories. While there is plenty of room for some to discuss the veracity of the Warren Commission report, here is a checklist of some of the must-see places on a visit to Dallas.

Home where Oswald stayed night before Kennedy assassination opens as Ruth Paine House Museum

November 5, 2013 The Travel Trolley

Lee Harvey Oswald spent his last night before allegedly assassinating President John F. Kennedy with wife, Marina, and friend, Ruth Paine, at Paine’s home. The home, restored to the look of that night, Nov. 21, 1963, opens Nov. 6, 2013 as the Ruth Paine House Museum. Events that unfolded at the home are taken from historical record and relived by actors through video projection.

Waco Suspension Bridge is older than the Brooklyn Bridge

October 9, 2013 Todd DeFeo

The Brooklyn Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge are among the country’s most iconic spans, but so too is the 143-year-old Waco Suspension Bridge.

Dayton, Ohio, lays claim to Wright Brothers

September 29, 2013 Todd DeFeo

In the early years of the 20th century, the Wright Brothers developed a flying contraption that forever changed how people travel. But, years before Wilbur and Orville Wright traveled to Kitty Hawk, N.C., to test their airplanes, they were accomplished bicycle builders.

Dallas museum wants more oral histories related to JFK assassination

September 23, 2013 Todd DeFeo

As the nation prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is looking to expand its collection of oral histories.

‘Big Daddy’ Don Garlits’ museum showcases drag racing history

August 27, 2013 Todd DeFeo

When it comes to listing the best drag car racers of all time, Don Garlits is sure to be near, if not at, the top of any list.

This is where Ohio State football began

August 24, 2013 Todd DeFeo

This week marks the return of college football. And, for rabid Ohio State fans, that means a return to the Horseshoe.

A destination that’s out of this world: Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

July 25, 2013 Special to The Travel Trolley

Each year, more than 55 million visitors flock to Central Florida to relax and reconnect with families and friends in a destination filled with thrills, chills and excitement.

Visit a presidential library

July 23, 2013 Todd DeFeo

Of the 13 presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), chances are no one agrees with every statement or decision made by all 13 presidents. But, tourists would be remiss to skip the opportunity to visit the library of a president with whom they disagree.