Located in the heart of downtown Madison, the Wisconsin State Capitol has a history and set of experiences that provide residents and visitor with a variety of options. From guided tours to a 360-degree view of the city, the building attracts visitors from near and afar for a variety of reasons. However, taking advantage of […]
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“Spoonbridge and Cherry” Becomes an Icon of Minneapolis
An Undeniable Part of Minnesota
Sculptures such as the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen and Manneken Pis in Brussels have become icons of their respective cities, and the same thing has happened for Minneapolis, Minnesota with “Spoonbridge and Cherry”. This whimsical, 50-foot long piece has delighted visitors ever since it was installed and is now a familiar and iconic symbol for […]
The Mill City Museum in Minneapolis Celebrates the Flour Milling Capital of the World
Seeing and Experiencing the History of the Flour Industry in Minnesota
Built into the ruins of what was once the world’s largest flour mill, the Mill City Museum has become one of the most unique attractions in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Even though it closed in the 1960s and was almost totally destroyed by a fire in the 1990s, the Minnesota Historical Society was nonetheless able to develop […]
The Monuments of Millennium Park Allow it to Become a Top Destination for Chicago
A Destination for Chicagoans and Visitors
There are few parks in the world that have been able to impact an entire city the way Millennium Park has done for Chicago, Illinois. Described by some as the ultimate example of successful urban planning and others as a place that could trigger a new way of thinking about public outdoor spaces, Millennium Park […]
The Chicago Riverwalk Transforms the Heart of the City
Providing Residents and Visitors with Access to the Chicago River
The open, pedestrian waterfront located on the south bank of the main branch of the Chicago River in downtown Chicago, Illinois has transformed the surrounding area in numerous ways. However, the Chicago Riverwalk has also helped to usher in an even bigger change for Chicago as a whole, and doing so underscores what it can […]
Rodney Square Becomes the Symbolic Center of Wilmington
From “City Beautiful” to a Symbol of Delaware
Famous squares from around the world host everything from ice rinks to festivals, and with events that include parades, races and marathons, Rodney Square in Wilmington, Delaware, is no different. In become the symbolic center of Wilmington, Rodney Square had been able to provide space and scenery for a wide range of planned and casual […]
Monumentous Potential: The Trenton Battle Monument
For many sites with great potential to house or become significant monuments, the main challenge is associated with the lack of an actual landmark that would be a fit to commemorate the history or cultural significance of the place. Plato’s Academy Park has more than enough space to fit a relevant monument, and the same […]