Seeing America Archives - Page 2 of 43

Looking back at Atlanta’s ‘Memorial to The Six Million’ on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

May 6, 2024 Todd DeFeo

The “Memorial to The Six Million” at Atlanta’s Greenwood Cemetery was completed in 1965.

Take notice: Don’t burn past these iconic Burn Notice filming locations in Miami

April 15, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Burn Notice is one of the most iconic television shows of the last two decades. For show fans, no visit to Miami would be complete without taking in some of the more iconic locations that served as Burn Notice’s backdrop.

Why you should consider a trip to Amelia Island, Florida

April 9, 2024 Sightseers’ Delight

Perched in northeastern Florida on the Florida-Georgia line, Amelia Island is the perfect destination for sun and sport, relaxation or just stepping away from the daily grind.

A look at Lexington’s Mary Todd Lincoln House

October 18, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

Mary Todd was not born in this house; she moved here with her family in 1832 when she was 14. She attended boarding school during the week and returned home on weekends.

A look at Clarksville, Tennessee, through historic postcards

September 13, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Clarksville, Tennessee, was once a major tobacco port situated near the confluence of the Cumberland and Red rivers.

Retracing the final steps of ‘Wild Bill’ Hickok in Deadwood, South Dakota

June 25, 2023 Todd DeFeo

The shooting death of James Butler “Wild Bill” Hickok was a seminal moment in the early history of Deadwood.

Why you should consider a trip to Phoenix, Arizona

June 12, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

The breathtaking landscapes and magnificent sunsets that the scenic Sonoran Desert surrounding Phoenix provide are as iconic as the city’s attractions.

Why you should consider a trip to Dallas-Fort Worth

May 31, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

From world-renowned museums and vibrant nightlife to outdoor activities and sports, the thriving metropolis of Dallas-Fort Worth offers something for everyone — and it’s not just cowboys and the Wild West.

From the American Revolution to America’s Pastime: What to explore on a trip to Boston

May 16, 2023 Sightseers’ Delight

From the tea party to the ballpark, Boston is rich in history — and good eats.

A closer look at Oak Hill Cemetery in Cartersville, Georgia

May 2, 2023 Todd DeFeo

Oak Hill Cemetery traces its origins to about 1838 when it was the cemetery attached to Ebenezer Methodist Church.