Anyone looking to understand that day within the context of Dallas in 1963 must visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. The museum, originally opened in 1989, tells not only the story of Kennedy’s assassination and the aftermath of his death, but puts into context Kennedy’s visit to Dallas.
A towering piece of twisted steel is enough to make anyone stop in his or her tracks. Visitor after visitor slowly reach out to put a hand on the steel, removed from the World Trade Center after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack. It provides a moment for reflection.
Wyandot Chief Shateyaronyah was known as a friend to the white settlers who lived in what is today Central Ohio. So strong was his word, according to legend, he gained the nickname Leatherlips.
Baseball season is in full swing, but anyone looking to combine a road trip with the nation’s pastime should consider visiting a minor league ballpark.
Where will Boston bomber Tamerlan Tsarnaev be buried? That’s the question the media, family, funeral directors and the public are asking. But, the question is reminiscent of one asked nearly 50 years ago about where to bury Lee Harvey Oswald, the presumed assassin of President John F. Kennedy.
On a quiet south Irving street, there is a home that blends in with those around it. With a past tied to tragedy, this house, steeped in history, has a story to tell. Now, the City of Irving is investing in its past—and its future.
Located roughly 35 miles east of Las Vegas, the Hoover Dam is an easy — and worthwhile — day trip from Sin City. A number of tour groups offer sightseeing excursions from Vegas hotels for those travelers who don’t have access to a vehicle.