As Philadelphia’s population grew in the years following the Civil War, churches eyes growing neighborhoods in areas that were, at that time, on the city’s outskirts. The Spring Garden Street Presbyterian Church saw the corner of 21st Street and Columbia Avenue (now Cecil B. Moore Ave.) as a prime location for expansion and commissioned architect […]
Ah, Folklore Farm is like a hidden gem on Milbridge Road in Cherryfield, Maine! Open from June through November, this small but mighty farm is a go-to for fresh, local produce. Keep an eye out for the Gold Subaru—that’s your cue to stop by and explore their offerings. Dan is not just friendly but also […]
Nestled in an 1860 Victorian building right by the river, this quaint coffee shop and café is the epitome of cozy. From the moment you step onto the decorated front porch, you’ll feel The Paisley Loon’s inviting atmosphere that makes it a local favorite. The river views are a bonus, offering a serene backdrop to […]
Right on Route 1 in Harrington, Maine, sits Bygone Antiques, and Bygone Motors. They specialize in unusual, rare antiques related to automotive, marine, and gas station memorabilia. Imagine finding a vintage gas pump that would be the talk of your garage, or a nautical compass that’s seen more adventures than most of us ever will. […]
When Prohibition was repealed in 1933, it represented an enormous opportunity for businesses to construct distilleries, breweries, and wineries. The Baltimore Pure Rye Distilling Co. was one of many built across the United States during that period; it was, in fact, one of two in the Dundalk section of Baltimore, an area that only had […]
Whether you are driving south to Key West along Route 1 or heading back from partying on Duval Street, you must stop at Robbie’s Marina in Islamorada at mile marker 775. You could spend two to three days here with all the various activities and fun available. The definition of a cheap thrill in the […]
If I was a berry-eating robin, I’d be tempted to live at the Arnold Arboretum year-round. Snow storms be damned! Bird food is abundant in this 281 acre museum of trees located just 5 miles from the Boston Common. There are treats there for us humans, too, mostly in the form of eye candy. Frederick […]
The Scenic Theatre, later renamed the E.M. Loew’s Capitol Theatre, originally opened in Pawtucket, Rhode Island on June 7, 1926. The inaugural production at the 1,500 seat theater was “The Alarm Clock,” presented by The Hall Stock Company. In the early 1930s, control of the State Theatre was transferred to the E.M. Loew’s chain. Significant […]
The Globe Theatre, located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, had its doors open prior to 1913. It primarily featured vaudeville acts and silent films. At one point, it was under the ownership of Thomas Duffy, who also possessed the nearby Pastime Theatre, where he screened motion pictures. During World War I, the Globe showcased German war […]
Known today as Sugar Mill Gardens, this twelve acres of flowering trees and native flora has a storied history. Bongoland was a short-lived theme park created by Dr Perry Sperber, a Daytona Beach dermatologist and dinosaur enthusiast. It opened in the 1940s. Bongo a large baboon that lived there, gave the park it’s distinctive name. […]
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