Construction of the Golden Gate Bridge
May 27, 1937 was Pedestrian Day in San Francisco. This kicked off a week-long celebration of the new Golden Gate…
An Overview of Death Valley
Describing Death Valley brings a potpourri of superlatives: hottest, driest, lowest. In 1913, the valley hit a record 134 degrees…
A History of Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Island is a small isle with a colorful history. Located in the San Francisco Bay, the land has filled…
Golden Gate Park
In 2006, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom made Golden Gate Park officially car-free on summertime weekends. According to the city’s…
The White House
Sixteen-hundred Pennsylvania Avenue is among the most famous addresses in the United States. The 132-room home and workplace has also…
The Washington Monument
The Washington Monument, which is visible from almost everywhere in Washington, D.C., is truly a city landmark. The 555-foot tall…
The Massachusetts State House
On July 4, 1798, surviving fathers of the American Revolution met in Boston for the dedication of the Massachusetts State…
The Lincoln Memorial
Inside a Greek-style temple, a 19-foot statue of Abraham Lincoln looks out over Washington, D.C. Above him are the words,…
The Liberty Bell
The Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a familiar symbol of independence, freedom, and justice in America. Originally called the…
The Empire State Building
The Empire State Building is a 102-story skyscraper located in New York City. It’s named for New York, the “Empire…