The Imperial Theatre in Pawtucket, Rhode Island first opened its doors on February 21, 1916, with Lilian Gish starring in “The Birth of a Nation”, one of the most controversial films of the 20th century due to it’s heroic portrayal of the Klu Klux Klan, and it’s racist depiction of African Americans. On December 31, […]
Liberty Tree Mall’s construction began in 1969, leading to its grand opening on February 21, 1972. Initially featuring anchor stores Ann & Hope and Lechmere, the mall expanded and renovated in 1980 and 1993. Located less than a mile from Northshore Mall in Peabody, both malls are primarily managed by Simon Property Group. Liberty Tree […]
South Shore Plaza opened in 1961 as an open-air shopping center featuring a 120,000 sq ft Filene’s store and thirty smaller shops. In 1967, a 300,316 sq ft Jordan Marsh was added. The plaza was enclosed in 1976 and expanded further with new anchors like Lord & Taylor in 1979 and Sears in 1980, bringing […]
Located at 161 Main Street in Woolwich, the Taste of Maine Restaurant offers a quintessential dining experience that highlights the flavors of the state’s rich seafood heritage. Family-owned and operated since 1978, this charming eatery has become a beloved destination for both locals and visitors seeking an authentic taste of Maine’s coastal cuisine. Coastal Cuisine […]
Want a breathtakingly beautiful day strolling through a tropical garden paradise surrounded by hundreds of free flying butterflies with exotic birds and fish? The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory is home to 50 different species of butterflies from around the world and several friendly flamingos. This magical haven is inside a glass enclosed climate […]
There are many Pickleball Courts in Washington DC. Here are 7 of them that are on and along Route 1. Click on the Trip Stops to see all the details, and the pictures of each of these Pickleball Courts:
The Skylite Drive-In, located at 304 11th Avenue in Madawaska, Maine, is a blast from the past, offering a unique movie-going experience. Established in 1973, this drive-in has been a beloved local treasure, serving as the northernmost drive-in theater east of the Mississippi River. A Historical Gem Owned and operated by the Pelletier family since […]
Underhound Railroad is organized exclusively for charitable purposes of companion animal rescue. The organization is not-for-profit and obtained 501(c)(3) status from the IRS in 2015. Underhound Railroad was formed in 2009 by a group of friends, with the goal of rescuing innocent dogs from death row in Connecticut shelters. Underhound Railroad has now grown to […]
The bar is housed in a historic three-story building from the early 1900s, that originally served as a boarding house and later as a brothel catering to the sailors and seamen who visited the famous port. In the 1920s during prohibition it became a speakeasy and continued to operate as a gambling den and smugglers […]
I just visited the Woodbridge Center Mall in Woodbridge, NJ, and was amazed! This is a really big mall, and the size of many of the stores in this mall are bigger than I have seen before. The Dick’s Sporting Goods store is the biggest one I have ever been in. Additionally, this is not […]
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