Tagged: civil-war

Step Into the Past with Black History Walking Tour of Civil War–Era NYC

Though never the site of any Civil War battles in the conventional sense, New York City became a flash point in the conflict during July 1863, as detailed in a new historical audio…

Rare Civil War Artifacts Debut at Philly’s Constitution Museum

Philadelphia's National Constitution Center—chartered by Congress to "disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a nonpartisan basis"—is adding a new permanent exhibit…

Rooted in History: America's 10 Most Astonishing Trees

They are surreal survivalists, living through the harsh new conditions each decade brings: bitter winters, long droughts, floods, fires, vandals, pollution. One specimen has even been…

Gettysburg is booked for its 150th anniversary, but there are ways

The hotels around Gettysburg, PA, are already jammed for the massive 150th commemoration of the seminal Civil War battle of 1863. There will be a huge re-enactment on July 4 to 7,…

The Able Traveler: Plan a Romantic Break at an Accessible Inn

When you think "romantic getaway," chances are that a secluded inn or a cozy B&B pops to mind as a possible option. After all, how can you top snuggling by a comfy fire, enjoying…