Colorful Homes On Cobblestone Streets - Old Town Alexandria VA
A nationally designated historic district, Old Town Alexandria, is best experienced on foot. Century-old architecture, red brick sidewalks, and cobblestone streets gives this area quaint character and charm.
Founded In 1891 By A Columbia University Professor Of Botany - New York Botanical Garden
The history of the Bronx Botanical Gardens does not begin in the Bronx; it actually dates back to 1801 when Columbia University Professor David Hosack established one of America’s first botanical gardens, the Elgin Botanic Garden, on land that today is occupied by Rockefeller Center.
Preserving & Celebrating Jazz Music - New Orleans Jazz Museum
The Jazz Museum is housed in the historic Old U.S. Mint, strategically located at the intersection of the French Quarter and the Frenchmen Street live music corridor. The New Orleans Jazz Museum is at the heart of the city’s vibrant music scene.
A Self-Taught Horticulturalist Gift in Locust Valley, NY - Bailey Arboretum
A self-taught horticulturist, experimental scientist, and philanthropist, Bailey purchased his summer retreat between 1911 and 1912 from Joseph R. Clark, a former president of the Board of Aldermen of Brooklyn.
Preserving & Interpreting History On Eastern Long Island - Cutchogue Village Green
Located on Long Island’s North Fork, Cutchogue is known for its scenic rural landscapes, vineyards, and historic charm. The Village Green itself is a peaceful, picturesque park surrounded by beautiful old buildings and homes.
Originally Built As A Trading Post & Community Hall - Stranahan House
In 1893, a 27 yeard-old Frank Stranahan moved to Fort Lauderdale from Ohio. At the time, South Florida was just beginning to be settled by pioneers alongside the local Seminole Indians.
Preserving North Fork Long Island Farming - Hallockville Farm Museum
The Hallockville Museum Farm was established to preserve the history of farming on Long Island’s North Fork. The museum encompasses twenty-eight acres and features nineteen historic buildings
A Distinguished Musical Theater Composer’s Mid-Century Estate - The Frederick Loewe House
Loewe decided to retire to Palm Springs, California, where, in 1960, he purchased a mid-century luxury estate.
Preserving & Presenting Long Island History Since 1955 - Smithtown Historical Society
The Society is committed to the preservation, restoration, and interpretation of Long Island’s heritage for the education and enjoyment of the public.
A Museum On Jackson Square - The Louisiana State Museum
Originally used for commercial purposes, the building became a courthouse in 1834 and, in 1911, became part of the Louisiana State Museum. The Presbytère now houses two permanent exhibits, each telling a different side of the Louisiana story — one of celebration and one of resilience.
In 1953 Time Magazine Called This “The Biggest Jigsaw Puzzle in History”- The Ancient Spanish Monastery
In 1133 AD, construction of the Monastery of St. Bernard de Clairvaux began in Sacramenia, Spain. When completed in 1141 AD, the Monastery was named ‘The Monastery of Our Lady, Queen of the Angels.’
The Only Grand Country Estate Left In Pelham Bay - Bartow-Pell Mansion
In 1654, Thomas Pell, an English physician from Connecticut, purchased 50,000 acres from the local Lenape tribe.
Created By Combining Four Family Homes-Riad Salem Fes
In the oldest, most tranquil, and captivating section of Fes—the Medina—stands Riad Salam Fes. The Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a living museum
The 3rd Oldest Higher Education Institution In The U.S. - Yale University
Yale University is located in New Haven, Connecticut, and was initially founded as the Collegiate School in 1701 to train ministers and political leaders.
2nd Largest Functioning Mosque In Africa - Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca
Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca, Morocco, was completed in 1993 and is a breathtaking combination of architectural grandeur and spiritual significance.
Assembly Line Housing With A Custom Look - The Alexander House
The concept of assembly-line housing refers to prefabricated or modular homes created for mass production while still allowing for some customization to reflect individual tastes.
A Modern Architect’s Longtime Hillside Residence - Frey House II
Built in 1964, this residence was designed by influential architect, Albert Frey as his personal retreat.
UNESCO World Heritage Site In Morocco - Essaouira Medina
Essaouira is indeed a fascinating destination that effortlessly weaves together history, culture, and scenic beauty.
A 17th Century High Atlas Mountain UNESCO Site - Ksar Ait Ben- Haddou
Located in the foothills of the southern slopes of the High Atlas in Morocco’s Province of Ouarzazate, the site of Ait-Ben-Haddou is the most famous ksar in the Ounila Valley. Ksar Aït-Ben-Haddou dates back to the 17th century and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.
A Wondrous Vault - Mausoleum of Mohammed V
The complex was designed by Vietnamese architect Cong Vo Toan and construction began in 1961. Once completed, 10 years later in 1971, Mohammed V's body was transferred here.