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Pyrotechnicians from Ace Pyro LLC will be in Monroe, Michigan on Saturday, October 6, 2007 to put on a historic fireworks display as the city celebrates its Ninth Annual Custer Week.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation has released a list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places.

National Historic Trails were established by the 1968 National Trails Act to commemorate significant historic transportation routes, although they are seldom preserved continuously. They must be authorized by Congress, and to date sixteen such trails have been established.

In downtown Boston, there are five historic house museums open to the public. Most of them are not very well known, but all of them are truly special.

Yates Mill, built in 1756 and listed in the National Register of Historic Sites has recently been restored to working condition. Once a month tours are available to see the actual mill and its workings. The nearby museum offers hands on exhibits.

Not all these historic landmarks are buildings. Of Gilmer's ten landmarks, two are bridges. At least five can be seen on a walking tour of downtown Glenville.

When you visit Fort Laramie National Historic Site you get a real good feel for life on the plains in the l800's

If your heading to northern Ohio you need to make a stop in Willoughby. Visit historic downtown Willoughby from Public Square down Erie St. for unique restaurants, shopping and fun things to do.

The local historic district park was granted $370,000 in funding to make improvements.

Walk in the footsteps of Phil Connors (Bill Murray) and company from the 1993 hit movie, Groundhog Day, and discover the charm of historic Woodstock Square. Just don't try and stay up all night ...

Bodie State Historic Park in California is a ghost town that sits on the western edge of California.

Thayer's Historic Bed n' Breakfast has some unique things to offer such as ghost hunts and psychic readings.

Downtown Chicago has a rich glamorous history. Some of the fine hotels of the Roaring Twenties have renovated and modernized, so guests can experience the glamor of world famous hotels along with modern amenities and conveniences.

Readers get to visit 45 of the most popular historic inns and restaurants without leaving home.

In the mood to relocate to America's Heartland? Look no further than the unique architecture, culture and government structure of the Historic Northeast neighborhood of Kansas City, Missouri.

Preserving history in one of the state's first colonies became a step closer to reality when the Old Saybrook Board of Selectmen recently approved the final report for the proposed South Green Historic District.

Fullerton residents are mixed when it comes to what they would like to see their downtown develop into within the next few years. As more developers propose plans to city councils, residents are in a battle to preserve the historic end of their cities.

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.

Visiting Historic Smithville and Village Greene may quickly become a family tradition. Their shoppes are open year round and they hold many unique special events right through the holidays. Here is why you should visit Historic Smithville, New Jersey.

Jacksonville, Florida, was named in honor of General Andrew Jackson in 1822. The city itself is as rich in history as its name. Here is what you should know about visiting the historic sites in the Jacksonville area.

The town of Bristol, Rhode Island, is steeped in history and during the holiday season, the historic homes that line the streets open their doors for a peek into holiday splendor and festive activities.

Historic Arlington, VT may not have the stuff for adventure seekers, but it is not without warm, welcoming attractions.

Did you ever have a desire to live in the 1800's? You might feel like you are there at Historic Sauder Village at Archbold, Ohio. You can see people demonstrating and explaining crafts, log cabins, schoolhouses, churches, and many other things.

Maine State Museum shows natural history and industry artifacts of Central Maine, highlighting rare glass and Maine gemstones. The Library and Discovery Center feature Maine Writers and learning. Fort Western and the Historical society document history.

Historic houses, beautiful scenery and strange tales are all part of the charm of Franklin Township.

Richmond is home to countless historic landmarks, museums, Civil War battlefields, diverse neighborhoods and distinctive architecture. It would be impossible to capture the spririt of Richmond with any one tour - so why not take three, or five, or more!

The 23rd Breeders' Cup World Thoroughbred Championships worth $20 million in purses, thanks to increases in seven of the eight stakes, will be held at on Nov. 4 at historic Churchill Downs.

In the battle town of Gettysburg, a good number of homes that witnessed the battle are still standing proud. In many cases they have changed very little in appearance for the past 140 years. This is a guide to Gettysburg's fascinating historic homes.

What does a Victorian Gothic house, a Georgian colonial house, and a modified Greek Revival building have in common? They are all structures in the proposed Old Saybrook South Green Historic District.

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.

The Trail of Tears National Historic Trail, which covers 2,200 miles across nine states, recognizes the forced removal of the Cherokee people by the U.S. government in 1838.

Some think that Boston is stuffy and boring, however, it's hotels are not! I review the top three hotels that are all historic and uniquely cool.

Why go to the same old park or spread your blanket on the front lawn when you can go somewhere truly unique? Here's a guide to planning a memorable picnic in a historic cemetery.

If you want to recapture some of the splendor that was experienced by travelers of the early 1900s, then you must visit and stay in one of the three historic hotels built in San Jose California between 1911 and 1931.

Many of Spain's historic buildings, especially from the Renaissance era, appear to be largely forgotten. Many of the homes and religious sites would be wonderful places to visit and learn about Spain's colorful historic past.

An overview of a sailing vacation along Maine's midcoast aboard a historic windjammer

Historic downtown Charleston, South Carolina, while only part of Charleston, offers a visitor many things to do and see.

Cambridge, Massachusetts caters to every need with its eclectic dining experiences, off-beat theaters and historic bed and breakfast establishments. Discover a fresh new feeling of romance through American history.

Montgomery County offers several restored, historic mansions at which to have a Victorian, old-world style wedding. Or climb aboard the Southern Empress for a cruise on an old paddleboat. For eccentrics, these are great places to tie the knot!

The city of Dallas contains an area called Fair Park. Fair Park is a designated National Historic Landmark due to its Art Deco architecture that was created for the 1936 Texas Centennial Exposition.

For the traveler with an interest in American History, there can be few destinations more enriching than historic Downtown Boston, and some of the hotels in the city boast historic significance of their own.

This legislation was created for the purpose of preservation, access for the public, and travel within and through historic and scenic areas of the nation.

Historic Ellicott City, Maryland, is a great little mecca for those who love to shop for eclectic antiques and artwork. It's also known for its great crab dishes served up at its various restaurants.

Whether you are in Minneapolis, St. Paul or the surrounding area, be sure to take a rejuvenating weekend trip back in time to historic Stillwater, Minnesota. You'll be so charmed, you will want to stay much longer!

For years, Norfolk's historic Ghent district got a bad rap. But with the expansion of the downtown area giving it more prestige and style, Ghent has taken on a life of its own, making it the hippest place to live and be seen in Hampton Roads.

Just over the Potomac River on the West Virginia side sits a small, historic goldmine. The mine is Shepherdstown and the gold is all of the history that such a small area provides.

At the heart of Neosho, a small town billed as "The Flower Box City", visitors will find a historic downtown district filled with buildings from the past.

San Diego's historic churches are centrally located, feature gorgeous grounds and services, and best of all, they're free!

Thinking about traveling to the state of Virginia? Here are some must see historic travel destinations.