Wichita, Kansas features numerous monuments and attractions, but the identity that Wichita’s historic Old Town Square has fostered has allowed it to become a destination for all of Kansas. Like other neighborhoods that have created an identity, Old Town is sought out as a destination for the many restaurants, shops, theaters, galleries and experiences it […]
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Hart Plaza Becomes a Hub of Activity for Detroit
Hart Plaza resides in the heart of the city in downtown Detroit, Michigan. Located along the Detroit River, the plaza has become part of the Detroit RiverWalk and features numerous monuments, all of which have helped it to become a hub of activity for the city. With a capacity that enables it to host thousands […]
The Michigan Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument Becomes a Hub of Activity After Rededication and Relocation
The Michigan Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument is a monument located in Downtown Detroit, Michigan. Like other Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monuments, it commemorates the troops who served in the Civil War but has been able to do so in various eras and for countless audiences. Originally unveiled on April 9, 1872 in front of City Hall, […]
John Steinbeck Becomes an Icon for Monterey
Certain people have become so synonymous with a city or region that they’ve become literal icons for those places, to the point that it’s difficult to remember they were real people to begin with. While John Steinbeck has achieved that level of notoriety in Monterey, California, the way in which he’s become a literal part […]
Cannery Row Becomes a Distinctive Destination on California’s Central Coast
Hotels, restaurants and boutiques have been able to thrive on Cannery Row, which is a waterfront strip located in Monterey, California. Much of that is due to the unique combination of history and attractions that the city has actively cultivated. By actively embracing the history of the area while also enabling economic opportunities for businesses […]
The Liberty Tower Defines the Skyline of Kansas City and a Legacy of World War I
Recognized as one of Kansas City’s most recognizable landmarks, the Liberty Tower has come to define the National World War I Museum and Memorial that’s located in Kansas City, Missouri. The distinct experiences that visitors can have with the history it contains as well as with the complex itself via the Liberty Tower have allowed […]
The “City of Fountains” Defines an Identity and Legacy for Kansas City
While other cities across the world have numerous and notable fountains, only one city has become known as the “City of Fountains”. Kansas City, Missouri features fountains of all sizes depicting people, animals, mythological subjects and more. These fountains have helped to form an identity and culture for Kansas City that continues to be cultivated […]