Rexburg, Idaho; Not Your Average College Town
Things to do in Rexburg, Idaho Rexburg, Idaho is a small city located in eastern Idaho, not too far from Yellowstone National Park. Rexburg is most notable for being home to Brigham Young University-Idaho,…
Montpelier; Quirky, Small Town Charm in Vermont’s Capital
Things to do in Montpelier, Vermont Montpelier, Vermont is an absolutely beautiful city. Vermont's capital gives off a laid back, small town feel, that makes Montpelier the charming city that it is. Montpelier…
Downey, California; Big History in Suburban Los Angeles
Things to do in Downey, California Los Angeles, California is home to some of the most interesting suburbs in the country, all of which are bursting with diverse histories. Just a mere 13 miles southeast…
December 7, 2017 - 4:29 pm in Attractions, Places to visitReading Terminal Market; Home to Philadelphia’s Most Mouthwatering Eateries
Merchants to try at Reading Terminal Market Reading Terminal Market is one of the most popular and heavy trafficked areas in Philadelphia. It is also home to some of the best eateries in Philadelphia.…
Boston, Massachusetts; The Spirit of America
Things to do in Boston, Massachusetts Boston, Massachusetts is filled with an abundance of history, but to experience that history firsthand and actually take in the historic sites is an experience…
May 16, 2016 - 9:51 pm in Quick HistoryZebras in Texas and Australian Camels, A Quick History of Animals in Odd Places
We’ve changed our planet in some bizarre ways. One of the most obvious is where our furry friends are living around the globe. On ships, planes, and even wagon trains, our ancestors transported…
April 6, 2016 - 5:33 pm in Quick HistoryLustron Homes: The post-war experiment that aimed to change housing forever
In my last year of grade school, my family lived in a neighborhood with an architectural oddity – an enamel-coated steel tile house. One of the last remaining bastions of an experiment in pre-fabricated…
March 2, 2016 - 12:08 am in Attractions, Quick History9 Famous Landmarks That Aren’t What You Think They Are
Around the world there are hundreds famous landmarks we’re sure we know everything about. You know them by sight, could probably draw them blindfolded, and if you haven’t already seen them, they’re…
February 15, 2016 - 3:23 pm in Quick HistoryThe Hero Flight Attendant You Probably Never Heard of: Neerja Bhanot
The next time you fly, take a good look at the flight attendants and pursers who tend to your section. There’s one story that many of them know, and you’ve likely never heard. It centers around…
February 14, 2016 - 5:18 am in Quick HistoryThe Endurance and the James Caird: Possibly the Greatest Boating Rescue Ever.
I hate the cold. When its 32F outside, I need two coats, a sweater, a shirt, and an undershirt … and I still shiver. But there’s something about temperatures well below that point that is captivating.…
