Read more about the article Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum – Atlanta, GA

Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum – Atlanta, GA

“I’m Jimmy Carter and I’m running for president,” was a slogan featured during the 1976 presidential campaign. Most people responded with “Jimmy who?” Despite not having a nationally-known name, the Georgia native gained popularity with voters and became the 39th President of the United States.

Although I’d seen it many years ago, I figured I should take my Georgia-raised children to visit the Carter Presidential Museum at least once. After all, he’s the only US President from our state. However, the pandemic changed all of that as presidential libraries and museums remained shuttered longer than most other attractions. Recently, the opportunity arose to visit with Thing 1.

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Read more about the article Andersonville National Historic Site – Andersonville, GA

Andersonville National Historic Site – Andersonville, GA

It’s snowing outside today – rare for Georgia. Nevertheless, as I’m inside enjoying the roaring fire and sipping hot tea, I’m thankful for a shelter from the elements today. Imagine living outside in rain, sun, snow, and sleet – and not just for a few minutes, but days and months? That’s exactly what Union prisoners at Andersonville experienced during the Civil War. 

A few months ago, Thing 1 and I went to Andersonville National Historic Site about 120 miles south of Atlanta. Run by the National Park Service, the entire site is free of charge and consists of three sections – the military prison, the cemetery, and the POW museum.

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Read more about the article 747 Experience – Delta Flight Museum Atlanta

747 Experience – Delta Flight Museum Atlanta

A few years ago, we visited the Delta Flight Museum down at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. It did not disappoint and I’m happy to report the museum has grown despite the pandemic.

The museum consists of two hangars

The 747 Experience

One of the newer exhibits is the 747 Experience. Featuring Ship 6301, the first Boeing 747-400 ever built resides permanently in the parking lot across from the museum’s hangar. Delta employees greeted us inside the plane as if we were taking a flight. They encouraged us to ask questions as we embarked on the self-guided tour.

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Read more about the article Bayou Bend – Houston, TX

Bayou Bend – Houston, TX

We visit family so often in Houston that we forget to take advantage of the many museums, gardens, and other activities. On our recent trip, I took Thing 2 with me to Bayou Bend, the mansion and gardens of the late Houston philanthropist, Ima Hogg. Not knowing what to expect, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and left with a better understanding of Houston’s history.

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