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Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

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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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Blountsville Historical Park

Blountsville, Alabama

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

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Fort Apache Historic Park

Whiteriver

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Fort Sisseton State Historic Park

Lake City, South Dakota

11545 Northside Drive Lake City, SD 57247

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Go where you feel alive.

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

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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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

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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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

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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A place to slow down.

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

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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Worth the stop.

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

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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A place to slow down.

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

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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Go a little further.

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

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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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

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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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

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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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

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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Go a little further.

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

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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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

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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Start early. Stay late.

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

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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Somewhere between here and nowhere.

The spaces in between are often the most memorable.

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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