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A tour through Louisiana can also be a trip back in time, to the antebellum days. Louisiana has enough of these grand homes to create a tour specifically related to them.

The Antebellum Trail is a 100 mile string of towns, located east of Atlanta. Milledgeville, the former state capital, is an excellent base for exploring the historic buildings and antique shopping in Georgia.

The epitome of southern antebellum homes, the Belmont Mansion is a whopping 19,000 square feet with an impressive 36 rooms. It was the former home of Adelicia Acklen and is currently a museum open to the public.

The term "Mesmerism" has a foundational basis.

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An interesting mix of old and new south, Newnan maintains a quaint historic downtown square along with number of Antebellum and Victorian homes throughout the city.

Once the site of an immense Native American burial ground, the Travellers Rest Plantation and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee offers up tours for historic antebellum and Civil War enthusiasts.

Oak Alley Plantation in Vacherie, Louisiana is an extraordinarily, magnificent house, and the most famous of the antebellum homes in Louisiana and an outstanding example of Greek revival architecture.

A majestic beacon of what was pre-war Nashville, the Belle Meade Plantation sits on 30 acres of land in the prominent Belle Meade suburb of Nashville. The most prominent piece of the plantation is the Belle Meade Mansion.

Year-round, you will find plenty of things to do in the Bluegrass State. But during the holiday season, the state puts its best foot forward with outstanding holiday light displays, with many of the displays to be found in Lexington, Kentucky.

One reviewers experience at her first Martina McBride's concert....and the opening acts were good too!

The two-hour Roswell ghost tour thrills, chills and entertains with tales of the paranormal at antebellum houses, old mills, and the Founders' Cemetery. Bring a camera and see if you can capture something unexplained! The tour occurs weekends year-round.

How slavery differed in the Americas during the pre-Antebellum period.

This is a short travel guide exploring the historic city of Weston Missouri. Weston is a beautiful midwestern town full of antebellum Bed and Breakfast houses, antique shops and cafes. It is the perfect historic weekend getaway.

Mobile, Alabama is a city full of history and romance. From its beautiful antebellum homes to the lights sparkling off of the Mobile River at night. Mobile also has great restaurants to take that someone special for a romantic night out.

Selma, Alabama is a unique city of antebellum buildings steeped in Civil War history and was the major focus of demonstrations during the Civil Rights Movement. The city has numerous museums and buildings that highlights its historical significance.

Slaves in the American Colonies were forced to follow their masters whims - on the surface. However, a silent cultural rebellion kept African values and culture alive in the midst of slavery, and you can still see the influence today.

The occasional modern historian is quick to place blame on the Democratic Party as the sole faction that was intent on keeping the institution of slavery alive and well in Antebellum America. However, there is a bit more to the story.

From the blast iron furnaces to an old antebellum home, Birmingham, Alabama's rich southern heritage is a breeding ground for ghosts, spirits and haunts of all types. Here are a few to make sure not miss on your next trip to the city.

In the article, "Life in the Totalitarian System," author John W. Blassingame depicts the characteristics of blacks during the antebellum period.

The Tennessee State Museum is one of the largest museums in the South that focuses on the history of the South, which includes the American Indians that once made the South their home all the way up through the Civil War and beyond.

A quick look at this city's history during the era of Jacksonian democracy

There are unique restaurants with excellent cuisine in gracious surroundings. Following are some of the top rated restaurants in Lexington.

The Blue and Gray Trail tracks battles from Chattanooga, Tennessee to Whitesburg, Georgia.

When visiting the cultured city of Charleston, visitors can step in to another era of southern charm and grace. There are fine hotels with excellent amenities to stay at in Charleston. Following are the top rated hotels in Charleston.

A biography of the great celebrated Poe.

Treat yourself to the finest accommodations the Big Easy has to offer.

Lexington, Kentucky is the second largest city in Kentucky and is the commercial center for the bluegrass country. Lexington has a rich cultural heritage centered around thoroughbred horses and tobacco.

A brief biography of Herman Melville.

Savannah, with it's large historic district, has several wonderful bed and breakfast inns that offer southern hospitality along with lodging and

Visitors to Savannah have a number of great dining options open to them. Following are just a few of the top rated restaurants in Savannah:

Savannah, Georgia is a southern city that was founded in 1733. The riverfront city has seen much of our nations history, including The Revolutionary War and The Civil War. The city has retained much of it's southern charm.

The Southern historical interpretation of the Civil War is reviewed from its infancy to its acceptance nationally, and finally its legacy is discussed.

A review of the city I have called home for ten years including everyday life, surrounding areas, and the people.

Whether you live in the Volunteer State or are planning a visit to Tennessee, there are an endless number of ways to get away from the beaten path.

American Cruise Lines is best known for their intricate array of shore excursions along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

A look at the ways women challenged the True Womanhood ideal in the late 19th and early 20th centuries

Kansas City is surrounded by some fabulous communities certainly worth a visit!

If you've never visited the Southern states, you are bound to see some things that look out of place. Here are some tips to help first-timers cope with the "culture" shock of traveling down South.

Mandingo parties are couple's swing parties whereby black men are hired to have sex with white women. Usually, it's the husband of the women who hire them.

Louisville is , perhaps, best known for hosting the famous Kentucky Derby, but there are also many other attractions in this beautiful city.

You couldn't ask for any more romantic and lovely place than Destin, FL to have a wedding and reception. The entire Gulf and beach is your backdrop to this most romantic time of your life.

The list of places to go and things to do in Atlanta is nearly endless. If you are planning a family vacation, personal trip, or a special trip for two, Atlanta is the place for you.

Atlanta is known for it's history of gracious living and warm southern hospitality. There are many fabulous bed and breakfast accommodations in Atlanta and the surrounding area.

The Civil War has been the subject of numerous books and movies. But most have ignored the contributions of many brave women during the war.

Slavery was a practice in many countries in the 17th and 18th centuries, but its effects in human history was unique to the United States.

Most people think of the time immediately before the Civil War when they consider the idea of slavery in America. In fact, Native Americans and Europeans were in bondage in our early history.

Ain't it funny how all these folks who believe that Southerners are all a bunch of ignorant, inbred hicks have never actually even been to the South? Well, y'all's fixin' to get an education!

Tucked away in the beautiful, richly historic state of Georgia are some of the nation's most romantic and peaceful retreats for couples.

Find out why destination weddings are growing in popularity and how two Carolina resorts are delivering dream weddings.

Cedarwood Mansion is a newly open historic site that is quickly becoming a popular Nashville wedding site.

Madonna, Eva Longorai and other celebrities started the trend. Now you can do it too. Stage a destination wedding and reap all the benefits.

A review of Pricketts Fort State Park near Fairmont, West Virginia. Where Colonial and Civil War era lifestyle is exhibited.

A plantation, for those of you that are not familiar, is a large estate or farm that usually contains of course the land for farming such crops as tobacco, cotton, sugar and et cetera; a large mansion and a beautiful flowering garden.

Creole Society influenced much of the writing of Chopin, from characters to plot lines to setting. This is an in-depth essay examining how

Savannah, Georgia welcomes visitors with open arms. Here are a few reasons to visit Savannah, Georgia.

Examines the legal ramifications of two very important cases in the development of racial attitudes and legal precedents in the United States judicial system.

Charleston's downtown is a walker's delight--from the harbor views of historic Fort Sumter to the bustling City Market at its heart.

If we had to pick any city on the Eastern seaboard for a relaxing weekend getaway, hands down we will select Charleston, South Carolina every time.

William E. Dodd's Career took him from the forefront of Old South history to the cutting edge of current events.

Suggestions on how to entertain children during summer break

For the history buff, Vicksburg holds many treasures. After all, this is where the fate of the nation was decided in 1863. Brimming with Civil War history, the beautiful city is accented everywhere you look with monuments and glimpses of the past.

This article examines the constant struggle in American government between popular and elite forms of democracy through the scope of the 1960s Student Movement and the Gilded Age.

Looking for some sun and sport fishing, in a relaxed atmosphere. Look no farther than Eufaula, Alabama.

Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the most historic cities in the American South, offering plenty to see and do. If you prefer a summer by the beach, Charleston offers the best of both worlds.

A beautiful outdoor wedding on the square in Marietta, Georgia offers plenty of Southern charm.

Planning a wedding in Atlanta? Check out some the city's hottest venues for getting hitched!

A virtual museum for Lakeport Plantation is now on the internet. The actual museum will focus on the change in southern economies from slavery to sharecropping, or tenant farming some call it.

A short look at how gender ideals for women changed in New England between 1600 and 1800

I have narrowed it down to the top 5 must see and must do things in Virginia. So make sure to experience these top 5 things during your vacation, then if time permits fill in the gaps along the way with the other wonderful places in Virginia.

A visitor and resident's guide to what there is to see and do in Hernando County, Florida.

A review of Mark Noll's "America's God".

My choices for the top ten AC travel articles of 2006.

During the 1800's, a slave in the North had more freedom than a free black man in the South due to manumission and abolitionist movements.

a great set of films that showcases a talented actress at work

Casinos in Mississippi have flourished into nearly every region in the state. Here is a look at where the casinos are located and what visitors can enjoy while in the Magnolia State.

While cities are exciting, it is worthwhile to check out the suburbs and beyond during a long weekend. In the Kansas City area, the town of Weston offers 1800s history, and Powell Gardens is a feast for the eyes. Enjoy two day trips in this article.

Georgia seems to have an abundance of rich trails to hike, walk, or bike along. These are some of the trails that are over 100 miles for you to ride along.

Outside of Atlanta, Georgia in Dekalb County stands the largest exposed piece of granite in the world. Named Stone Mountain, it is a popular attraction for people in the Atlanta area, Georgia and the rest of the country.

Historic Beaufort is undoubtedly a Southern gem. Nestled in South Carolina's Lowcountry, Beaufort enjoys a reputation for offering rich culture, intriguing history, and above all, genuine Southern hospitality.

Stone Mountain Park offers plenty of fun for kids and adults, from hiking to exploring treehouses and farmhouses to 4D theatre, the laser show, and fireworks.

Illegal immigration poses a mortal threat to America. While Congress is paralyzed on this issue, the problem will only get worse.

It's difficult to really categorize any truly great piece of literature or art. There's an extremely faint line dividing the genres of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and the Metaphysical.

The slavocracy in the colonial south had a lot more going on than the average person knows.

Major points of interest around Oxford, Mississippi, delving into its past, present and future. Examining the creative culture that helped produce the likes of William Faulkner and John Grisham.

When you want to mix vacation and education, it's time to explore the world of specialty travel.

This paper is about women's roles in the civil rights movement. It is especially focused on the contributions of African-American women.

William Leach's Land of Desire discusses the era of change between the 1890s and the 1920s as corporate business and consumer capitalism drastically revolutionized American society and where culture began confusing "the good life with goods."

No matter what you read in the guidebooks or hear from family and friends, until you have stared down the snout of an alligator you really haven't been to the bayou country of Louisiana. And Baton Rouge, the state capital, is the perfect place to start.

Five interesting locales on your visit to Georgia

Lexington Market is one of Baltimore's six operational food markets, vestiges of pre-supermarket shopping.

Choosing the "Golden Isles of Georgia" area for a vacation will be a choice you will not regret. The largest of the four islands, St. Simons, offers many reasons why people choose this area for a resort vacation.

Activities in the Alexandria area, commonly known as CENLA or Central Louisiana, include festivals and street fairs, tourist attractions and sightseeing, museums and galleries, outdoor activities and other things to do.

Bayou Teche Scenic Byway, located in Southwest Louisiana, is one of the many scenic byways where tourist can see the real Louisiana.