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Exploring the best attractions, historic sites, road trips and things to do across the East Coast. Discover places worth visiting, hidden gems and unforgettable American travel experiences — everything east of the Mississippi River!
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🌎 Love exploring the East Coast? Follow us on Facebook! We share attractions, historic sites, road trips, hidden gems & things worth seeing that's everything east of the Mississippi.
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🍽️🏞️ #Appalachia is full of small towns where good food is part of the experience. From longtime local favorites to unexpected culinary finds, these communities offer another reason to slow down and explore the region. 🌄
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11 Small Appalachian Towns Worth Visiting For The Food - Tasting Table
Appalachia has plenty of beautiful scenery and delicious food, and any traveling foodies should stop by these towns for the best cuisine in the area.
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October 5, 2026 at 2:06 AM
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🏛️ Ohio’s historic main streets: From Marietta’s riverfront & Granville’s architecture to Medina’s courthouse square, Sugarcreek’s Swiss heritage, & Chagrin Falls’ waterfall, these are filled w/ history, shops & character. 🗺️
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The 10 Best Charming And Historic Main Streets In Ohio - Islands
Visit these 10 interesting Ohio main streets that feature historic buildings, local museums, fantastic eateries, and quirky local shops to explore.
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October 3, 2026 at 10:45 PM
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🐋 Explore the #NewBedford Whaling Museum in #Massachusetts and step into the history of one of America’s greatest whaling ports. See massive whale skeletons, climb aboard the Lagoda, and discover other maritime stories.⚓
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Home - New Bedford Whaling Museum
Anchored in the story of New Bedford’s whaling industry, the New Bedford Whaling Museum documents and shares the diverse stories of this vibrant maritime region and its people, both bygone and current...
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October 3, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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⚔️🔎What can AI reveal about America’s Revolutionary past? The Smithsonian and Library of Congress are using AI to connect artifacts, documents and records from 1770–1810, uncovering stories that could bring America’s founding era to life in new ways. 🏛️
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How the Smithsonian is using AI to connect artifacts from the American Revolution
The Smithsonian Institution is using artificial intelligence to better understand its collection related to the American Revolution
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October 3, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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The African American Civil War Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., has reopened after a major renovation! Located across from the African American Civil War Memorial, the museum explores the history of the 209,145 U.S. Colored Troops who fought for the Union. 🏛️
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African American Civil War Memorial Museum – Sharing unknown stories of African American Civil War history
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October 3, 2026 at 5:50 PM
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🕯️ Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Site in Illinois brings back 9 nights of Candlelight Walks this October, with 200+ lanterns, historic buildings, costumed interpreters & more. www.visitspringfieldillinois.com/EventDetails... #TourismEastCoast #Springfield #AbrahamLincoln #HistoricSite #travel
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October 2, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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🦖 Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences, the oldest continuously operating natural history museum in the Americas, has closed after nearly 200 years. Its future remains uncertain. 🏛️
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America's oldest natural history museum just closed for good — but not without a fight
The oldest natural history museum in America shuts its doors this month. Here's what we're losing inside (it's big), and why City Hall is fighting back.
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September 28, 2026 at 6:48 PM
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🦅🇺🇸 SEPTEMBER 17: FREE ENTRY AT #NATIONALWILDLIFEREFUGES!
For #ConstitutionDay, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is waiving entrance fees at all National Wildlife Refuges. It’s open to everyone!
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Fee-Free Day: Constitution Day | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
In recognition of Constitution Day, all national wildlife refuges and other U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands that normally charge an entrance fee offer free admission September 17, 2026.
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September 14, 2026 at 2:28 AM
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🏛️ #PHILADELPHIA IS THE PLACE TO BE FOR CONSTITUTION DAY!
On Sept. 17, the National Constitution Center hosts the nation’s largest Constitution Day celebration with FREE museum admission.
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National Constitution Center Celebrates Constitution Day on September 17 With Nation’s Largest Celebration
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September 14, 2026 at 2:11 AM
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🏞️ SEPTEMBER 17 IS A FREE ENTRY NATIONAL PARK DAY!
Head out Thurs for #ConstitutionDay & enjoy free entry at #nationalparks. The offer is #OpenToEveryone. Don't miss this opportunity to see some of America's natural wonders.
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National Parks Offer Free Entry September 17th - KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2
U.S. — Thursday might be the perfect time to head outside to a national park. In honor of Constitution Day, September 17th is a free entry day to national parks for U.S. residents, courtesy of the Nat...
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September 14, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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🌊🚗 Looking for an East Coast escape? From the Jersey Shore and Long Island to the Chesapeake, there are plenty of coastal destinations that make great weekend getaways. 🏖️ Check out 8 coastal escapes worth adding to your travel list!
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8 Coastal Escapes Near the Main Line Area
In need of an early fall escape? These waterfront locations are ideal for an easy and fun getaway from Virginia to Connecticut.
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September 13, 2026 at 8:28 AM
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🌲Hidden in NC's mossy woods: a colonial town burned in 1776, later reborn as a #CivilWar fort. Walk crumbling church walls, old foundations & earthworks along the Cape Fear River — all for FREE, is now a #NationalHistoricSite! 🏛️
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North Carolina's Former Military Fort Is Now A Scenic State Historic Site With An Eerie But Beautiful Ghost Town - Islands
Walk along the ruins of an abandoned colonial town, which was later used as a Civil War fort, in this active archaeological site in North Carolina.
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September 13, 2026 at 8:13 AM
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🥪 Forget the #Philly cheesesteak — that's old news! This roundup dives into America's hidden #sandwich gems, from Chicago's beloved Jibarito to Kentucky's Hot brown to wild regional twists you might not be aware of. 🍽️✨
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Regional Sandwiches Every Food Lover Should Try Once
From Buffalo's beef on weck to Chicago's jibarito, these regional American sandwiches are local specialties worth seeking out.
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September 13, 2026 at 6:23 AM
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🥤 History in the making! Nashville's 1926 Coca-Cola bottling plant — with its Art Deco brick and nearly a century of stories — is 1 of 11 Tennessee sites up for the National Register of Historic Places. Decision day is Sept. 18! 🏛️✨
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Former Coca-Cola bottling plant among 11 Tennessee locations up for consideration on National Register of Historic Places
Next week, state officials will make the case to the U.S. Interior Department to add 11 locations to the National Register of Historic Places.
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September 13, 2026 at 3:53 AM
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A major new chapter is being planned for the Pentagon Memorial in Arlington, VA. A proposed $100 million visitor center project is targeting an opening around 2029, pending additional approvals.
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Pentagon 9/11 Memorial visitor center moves forward
A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled Saturday for the $100 million project.
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September 11, 2026 at 5:13 AM
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🎨🌍 #Chicago’s 36th Annual African Festival of the Arts returns to Washington Park this Labor Day weekend! The 3-day celebration kicks off Sept. 5, bringing African culture, art and community together at the historic Washington Park Sunken Garden. 🎶🖼️✨
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36th annual African Festival of the Arts kicks off next weekend
Patrick Woodtor and Kristina Williams from Africa International House joined ABC7 to talk about the festival on Saturday morning.
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August 30, 2026 at 3:17 PM
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🏛️✨ Wisconsin’s State Capitol has been named the state’s newest “Wonder of Wisconsin” by Travel #Wisconsin! The #Madison landmark joins a collection celebrating memorable places and experiences across the Badger State. 📸🌳
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State Capitol named 12th Wonder of Wisconsin by Travel Wisconsin
MADISON (WKOW) — Wisconsin's beautiful state capitol and square are being recognized among the state's wonders by Travel Wisconsin.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:33 AM
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🌊🚗 Ready for a #GreatLakes road trip? A Lake Michigan loop can take you through beaches, charming towns, big-city stops and scenic waterfronts across Michigan & Wisconsin. 🏖️🏙️ From #Milwaukee to Michigan’s lakeshore, there’s plenty to explore! 🍦🌲
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Your Guide to the Ultimate Lake Michigan Road Trip
Point the car north from Milwaukee and follow the Lake Michigan shoreline for a quintessentially Midwestern family vacation.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:25 AM
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🌊🚗 Planning a Michigan getaway? From charming lakeside towns to Detroit, Mackinac Island and the shores of the Great Lakes, this guide highlights some of the state’s best places to explore. 🏝️🌲🏙️
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18 Best Places to Visit in Michigan, According to Locals—From Scenic Lakes to Vibrant Cities
From awe-inspiring sand dunes and waterfalls to captivating museums and historic sites, discover the top 18 places in Michigan that locals love.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:23 AM
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🎃🚂 All aboard the #PumpkinTrain in #Indiana! 🍂 Families can take a fall train ride to a pumpkin patch, making for a fun autumn adventure that combines a scenic rail trip with classic pumpkin-picking fun. 🍁🧡
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Ride the Pumpkin Train in Indiana This Fall (2026)
Visiting a pumpkin patch is a great fall tradition. And what better way to get there than by train? Take The Pumpkin Express and travel by rail to pick out your pumpkin.
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August 30, 2026 at 4:20 AM
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🎸🚗 Huntsville to Tupelo makes a great road trip! Explore #ElvisPresley’s birthplace, follow the All Shook Up trail & discover the music and food of his MS hometown. Sept 26 is the 70th anniversary of his homecoming concert!🕺
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How 1 road trip from Huntsville will make you love Elvis' hometown - Hville Blast
🎸FREE ELVIS HOMECOMING 70th ANNIVERSARY SHOW: Road trip from Huntsville to Tupelo this fall for live music, yummy food + more. BlastPartner
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August 30, 2026 at 4:04 AM
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🦋🌿 Oak Grove, #Kentucky is getting ready for a colorful September tradition! The 18th Annual Butterfly Festival takes over War Memorial Walking Trail Sept. 5, w/ family activities, food, entertainment & a spectacular release of 3,000 live butterflies. 🌸
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18th annual Butterfly Festival returns to Oak Grove in September
The Butterfly Festival has become one of Western Kentucky’s most anticipated events.
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August 30, 2026 at 3:59 AM
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🚗 Ready for a #fall road trip? The 2026 Fall Foliage Map can help you time your trip for peak autumn color. From #NewEngland through the Mid-Atlantic and into the Southern #Appalachians, the leaves put on a spectacular show! 🍂🌳
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2026 Fall Foliage Map and Forecast
Plan your autumn getaway with the 2026 Fall Foliage Map and Peak Leaf Color Forecast. Explore regional forecasts, peak dates, and the best times to see fall colors across the U.S.
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August 30, 2026 at 3:54 AM
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🗽✈️ #United is increasing its Louisville–Newark service to 4 daily nonstop flights beginning Sept. 8. 🌎🧳 The added flight also gives #Kentucky travelers another opportunity to connect through #Newark to destinations around the world.
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United Airlines adds fourth daily Louisville-Newark flight amid growing travel demand
United Airlines is adding a fourth daily nonstop flight from Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport to Newark/New York, expanding SDF connectivity to New York and more than 40 international des...
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August 30, 2026 at 2:25 AM
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🍦🌴 Planning a #Florida trip? Make room for ice cream! From Jaxson's in Dania Beach to The Greenery Creamery in #Orlando and Mattheessen's in #KeyWest, these 11 shops offer delicious reasons to explore the #SunshineState. ☀️🍨
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Florida's 11 Best Ice Cream Shops - Tasting Table
Paying a visit to the Sunshine State? Stop by one of these scoop shops for tasty ice cream, welcoming ambiance, and excellent service.
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August 30, 2026 at 2:10 AM