Numerous bridges called London Bridge have been built over the same section of the River Thames across the centuries. The Modern London Bridge replaced one that didn’t fall, but was actually sold, taken apart and reassembled 5,400 miles away. Lake Havasu City in Arizona is home to the London Bridge that was originally built in […]
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Experiencing Art in Motion on the Coeur d’Alene Walking Tour
The City of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, is surrounded by forest, mountains and has become known for water sports on Lake Coeur d’Alene. While there are numerous ways to experience the wonders of the natural surroundings of the area, a commitment to enhancing the growth of industry and commerce for the city have led to the […]
A Montana Community Comes Together to Build and Support A Carousel for Missoula
A spirit of giving on the part of individuals and an entire community is behind the effort to build A Carousel for Missoula. It’s a volunteer-built amusement park ride located in Caras Park in downtown Missoula, Montana. The Carousel has been able to provide the city with a unique attraction that pulls in an audience […]
The Natural and Constructed Monuments of Central Park Create a Legacy of Experiences
As one of the most visited urban parks in the United States, Central Park has been able to establish a legacy that few other public spaces can match. Covering 843 acres in the middle of Manhattan in New York City, Central Park is not even the biggest urban park in the city, much less the […]
Celebrating the History of Lewiston, Idaho on the Public Art Walk
The Public Art Walk through beautiful downtown Lewiston, Idaho, celebrates the history of the region in a variety of ways. Whether that’s with functional benches or an interactive fountain or a mural that literally shows the past and present of the city, visitors can get a real sense of the identity of the area thanks […]
Experiencing the Timeless Wonder of the Looff Carousel on the Spokane Heritage Walk
The Heritage Walk in downtown Spokane, Washington features numerous paths and attractions that highlight the history of the city and culture of the region. The Heritage Walks for both East and West Spokane show off a variety of the buildings, statues and churches that have made the area what it is, but the Looff Carousel […]
The Veterans Monument Defines Over a Century of History and Culture in Elizabethton
There are two landmarks that have defined the Elizabethton, Tennessee, downtown area for over 100 years. One is the Covered Bridge and the other is the Veterans Monument. Both of them have come to signify important aspects of the history and culture of the region, and serve as essential attractions for both residents and tourists. […]