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Superman’s Hometown
“Metropolis, Illinois, which proudly calls itself the official hometown of the Man of Steel.” Standing 15 feet tall and weighing 6,000 pounds, the bronze Superman statue dominates Superman Square in downtown Metropolis, Illinois, which proudly calls itself the official hometown of the Man of Steel. Unveiled in 1993, the statue has become one of the…
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Air Force Armament Museum
“It is the only museum in the world dedicated to the collection, preservation, and exhibition of artifacts and memorabilia associated with Air Force armament” If you have kids who love airplanes or anyone in your family who enjoys history, the Air Force Armament Museum is a stop worth making. Located just outside Eglin Air Force…
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Casey, Illinois: A Town of World Records
Casey, Illinois, a small town in Clark County with a population of approximately 2,600 people, is famous for its collection of large objects that hold world records. Here are some key facts about Casey and its attractions: Casey is home to several Guinness World Record-holding objects, including: World’s Largest Wind Chime: Standing at 56 feet…
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Baseball and Independence
“What’s more American than spending the Fourth of July at the ballpark?” We often spend Independence Day with the Bowling Green Hot Rods, and it ended up being one of our favorite Fourth of July celebrations. Not only do the Hot Rods normally pull off a win, but they also put on a spectacular fireworks…
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Arlington’s Army Commander’s Lawn 4th
“That year, President Barack Obama was in his first term, and the country was still feeling the energy” Back in 2010, my family and I had the incredible experience of spending Independence Day in Arlington, Virginia just across the Potomac River from the nation’s capital. What made this celebration truly special was our spot on…
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Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse
“The original Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse was constructed in the 1870s but was decommissioned and dismantled in the 1950s.” The Roanoke Marshes Lighthouse is a small, cottage-style screw-pile lighthouse located about 40 yards offshore in Shallowbag Bay, near the town of Manteo, North Carolina. The current structure was completed and dedicated on September 25, 2004, alongside…
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Emert’s Cove Covered Bridge
“The bridge is named after Frederick Emert, a Revolutionary War soldier” The Emerts Cove Covered Bridge is one of the most photographed bridges in East Tennessee and a peaceful stop near the Smoky Mountains. Built in 2000 over the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River, the covered bridge combines modern construction with the appearance…
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Bell Witch of Tennessee
“Many people in town believed that Kate was a witch” I can’t let Summerween pass without sharing a spooky place! Adams Tennessee is a small town that is known for the events that happened to the John and Lucy Bell family. The events that unfolded are something like a real estate deal between Kate Batts…
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Bodie Island Lighthouse
“Bodie Island Lighthouse is a 156-foot tall structure that has been guiding ships since 1872” Located just south of Nags Head, the Bodie Island Lighthouse is a 156-foot tall structure that has been guiding ships since 1872. What makes Bodie Lighthouse truly unique is its black and white striped pattern, reminiscent of a zebra’s coat.…
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Mother Goose House
“Built in 1940 by local inventor and craftsman George Stacy, the house is designed in the shape of a giant goose” The Mother Goose House in Hazard, Kentucky, is a unique architectural landmark that has captured the curiosity of locals and visitors for decades. Built in 1940 by local inventor and craftsman George Stacy, the…
