One of the first cities we visited when we hot the road was historic Savannah Georgia, we went in April and it was great weather-wise, and we had a blast! We have back a few times but that first trip there was so much I wish we had known so I want to share this…
12 Civil War Places to Visit When Studying the Civil War
Learning the Civil War facts is super important when studying the history of the United States. We are lucky enough that there are so many awesome options when it comes to studying this sad part of history. Roadschooling gives us the advantage to be able to learn about this time in history than see it…
The Ultimate Guide to Graceland Memphis TN
Visiting Memphis for a vacation would typically include a tour of Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley. Memphis has many cool places to see, several of which are music-related, so if you enjoy seeing and learning about music history, it is a great stop to make for a few days. If you just passing through…
Everything You Need to Know When Visiting the OK Corral Tombstone Arizona
You can read all about the wild west in history books, but how would you like to experience it as if you time-traveled to the 1880s? When you plan a trip to the OK Corral Tombstone Arizona, you are planning a trip back in time to the famous gunfight at OK Corral between Wyatt Earp…
25 Alabama Field Trip Ideas
One thing we are trying to do as we make our bucket lists is marking field trip ideas for each state. We want to keep things fun but also make sure we are visiting educational attractions as well. We can do many small units leading up to some of these to add to our curriculum…
Underground Railroad Stops In Auburn NY
You’ve heard of the Underground Railroad, haven’t you? It’s one of the most important journey’s noted in history. It’s the place in which freedom-seeking slaves risked their lives for the ultimate freedom. When mentioning term the Underground Railroad, it is worth noting anyone and everyone involved in the process. While it was mostly African Americans…
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park – Auburn NY
We’ve all read the history books of Harriet Tubman, but I got the chance of a lifetime to visit the Harriet Tubman National Historical Park. This is a brand new NPS site this year (2018) so they are still working on the site and restoring so much of it. Harriet Tubman is an important historical…
Women’s Rights National Historical Park Seneca Falls NY
The fight for Women’s rights is far from over. Although women have made leaps and bounds in fighting for civil rights, human rights, and equality, we still have hurdles along the way. The Women’s Rights National Historical Park tells the story of the first Woman’s Rights Convention held in 1848. Women’s Rights National Historical Park…
3 Reasons to Visit The William Seward House Museum in Auburn NY
The Seward House is one of the most magnificent museums that you could visit. It is rich with history, from the Seward family, takes you back into a time you only read about in history books, and provides an educational experience for any student. Here are 3 reasons to visit the Seward House. 3 Reasons…
Newport Mansions – Rhode Island
When we were in Rhode Island, one of our favorite places to visit was the Newport Mansions. These mansions have so much history that they’re well worth checking out. Each mansion has its own story that almost tells itself as you look at each building. Make sure you take the time to look at each…