July 11, 2024
The Keith Theater opened on January 27, 1908, on Preble Street in Portland, Maine. Its owner, B.F. Keith, also owned theaters in Boston, Philadelphia, New York, Providence, Cleveland, and Columbus. Initially seating 1,600 people, the theater presented vaudeville, stage shows, and occasional movies. By the 1920s, it had switched to showing films exclusively. The theater […]
July 10, 2024
It all began way down south in Key West in the late 1890s when William Curry’s cook Aunt Sally concocted the pie in the kitchens of the Curry Mansion. The traditional key lime pie contains key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, with either a graham cracker or pastry crust, along with a meringue […]
July 10, 2024
Located at 253 High St. in Ellsworth, Governor’s Restaurant & Bakery is a beloved local gem known for its heartwarming meals and delightful desserts since 1959. Family-Friendly Dining Experience Governor’s Restaurant & Bakery offers a welcoming atmosphere for all ages, making it a perfect spot for families and friends to gather. The staff’s warm hospitality […]
July 6, 2024
“To my surprise, I felt a certain springy keenness. I was ready to hike. I had waited months for this day, after all, even if it had been mostly with foreboding. I wanted to see what was out there. All over America today people would be dragging themselves to work, stuck in traffic jams, wreathed […]
July 3, 2024
Helen’s Restaurant, located at 55 Downeast Highway in Ellsworth, Maine, has been a beloved local institution since it opened in 1950. Known for its homestyle cuisine and award-winning homemade pies, Helen’s offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors alike. Menu Highlights Helen’s Restaurant is famous for its wide range of dishes […]
July 1, 2024
The MarketFair Mall is a great mall in Princeton, right on Route 1. I, and my family, have gone to this mall for over 25 years. When my kids were born this was the place that we went to every year to visit Santa. We truly love this mall, with the great restaurants that they […]
July 1, 2024
Nestled in Elkins Park, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, the Elkins Estate sprawls across 42 acres, embodying the opulence of Gilded Age architecture. Commissioned by Philadelphia magnate William L. Elkins, the estate features two iconic structures—Elstowe Manor and Chelten House—both designed by renowned architect Horace Trumbauer. Elstowe Manor: Exquisite Italian Renaissance Style Constructed in 1898, Elstowe Manor […]
July 1, 2024
Woodbridge Center, a prominent two-level shopping mall located in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, sits strategically at the crossroads of U.S. Route 1 and U.S. Route 9. As of 2022, the mall hosts a variety of anchor stores including Macy’s, Boscov’s, J. C. Penney, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Historical Roots and Development Originally the site of […]
July 1, 2024
Evolution of Menlo Park Mall Menlo Park Mall, located in Edison, New Jersey, at the junction of U.S. Route 1 and Parsonage Road, has transformed significantly since its inception into a two-level super regional shopping destination. Managed by Simon Property Group, the mall boasts a substantial 1,332,132 square feet of leaseable space, catering to diverse […]
June 30, 2024
The Dinosaur Place, originally known as Nature’s Art, opened in 1991 in Salem, Connecticut, as a gift shop specializing in fossils, minerals, and jewelry. In 2001, owners Linda and Roger Phillips acquired a property in Montville and began transforming it into a dinosaur-themed park, initially called Dinosaur Crossing. Over time, Nature’s Art Village expanded to […]
Continue with Google