Even though he was only in the town of Deadwood, South Dakota, for a few weeks, James Butler Hickok, better known as “Wild Bill” Hickok, has become the town’s most famous resident. That popularity has seen him become an icon for the city that is driving numerous activities for both residents and tourists. From Weeks […]
Cemeteries of all sizes are spread across the world, but few manage to attract anyone besides those who have come to pay their respect to the deceased. Mount Moriah Cemetery, in Deadwood, South Dakota, has done that and so much more by becoming a landmark for the region. In doing so, it has been able […]
Viewable from over five miles away, “Salem Sue” has allowed New Salem, North Dakota to bill itself as the home to the “World’s Largest Holstein Cow”. This large, fiberglass Holstein cow was originally created to honor and advertise local dairymen. Since being erected though, “Salem Sue” has also been able to promote tourism and business […]
A 51-acre park that features numerous monuments and statues along with a 2,000-seat amphitheater, Soldier’s Walk Memorial Park in Arcadia, Wisconsin, honors American statesmen and members of the armed forces who have served the country in times of war. Far more expansive than single memorials that similarly honor veterans of multiple wars, the Park became […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]