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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Jim Hogg Historic Park

Rusk, Texas

175-acre scenic forest area of lofty pines. Dedicated as memorial to Governor Hogg, attractions include…

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Ash Hollow Historical Park

Oshkosh, Nebraska

Nebraska Game & Parks describes Ash Hollow as the state's "most intriguing and unusual" state…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Blountsville Historical Park

Blountsville, Alabama

Freeman Cabin Museum housing different displays relating to the history of area. Brooksville Post Office…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Fort Apache Historic Park

Whiteriver

On May 16, 1870, an army post was established near the present town of Whiteriver…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Fort Sisseton State Historic Park

Lake City, South Dakota

11545 Northside Drive Lake City, SD 57247

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Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Harper's Ferry National Historical Park - Niagara Centennial Commemoration - Niagara: A Story of Freedom

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

In 2006, Harper's Ferry National Historical Park will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the gathering…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - A Soldiers City: Harpers Ferry 1864

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Experience a town with southern loyalties garrisoned by Union soldiers. Living history volunteers from 142nd…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - America’s Picnic: Celebrating The Glorious Fourth

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

America’s Picnic: Celebrating The Glorious Fourth is a special living history program on how the…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Bill Barker as Thomas Jefferson

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

July 29, 2006 1:00 p.m. This Scene is Worth a Voyage Across the Atlantic with…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - From Citizens to Soldiers

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

The Southern Guard will portray a camp of mustering Virginia State Troops during the opening…

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Giving Aid and Comfort: Medical and Relief Work during the Civil War

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Living history volunteers Frederick Ladies and 20th Maine portray the medical and relief efforts that…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Hold the High Ground

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Join living history volunteers on a program and hike to the Maryland Heights Naval Battery.…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Mr. Lincoln Returns to Harpers Ferry with Jim Getty as…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Potomac Watershed Cleanup

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Volunteers interested in the environment will remove unwanted trash at Harpers Ferry NHP from 9am…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Prospects of Peace: A Soldier’s Prayer presents a special program focusing on Yuletide 1864 when…

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - The Fifth Annual Don Redman Heritage Concert

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

6:00 p.m. The Fifth Annual Don Redman Heritage Concert with Hank Jones, Jimmy Heath &…

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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - U. S. Army Band

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

U. S. Army Band will perform at the Cavalier Heights Visitor Center from 6:00 p.m.…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - U. S. Marine Band

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

U. S. Marine Band “Free Country” will perform at the Cavalier Heights Visitor Center from…

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park - Under Fire: The Battle of Harpers Ferry 1862

Harpers Ferry, West Virginia

Under Fire: The Battle of Harpers Ferry 1862 will interpret the Battle of Harpers Ferry…

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Let the road decide.

Plans are useful, but flexibility is where the real discoveries happen.

Lock 12 Historical Park

Cheshire, Connecticut

Restored section of Farmington Canal (1828-48). Park also includes museum, lockkeeper's house, helicoidal bridge, 2.9-mile…

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