Notable for its historic location, incredible eye-catching spires and steeples, and beautiful decor, Manhattan's Trinity Church has been a local landmark for centuries. Located near the intersection of Broadway and Wall Street, this stunning church operates under the Episcopal Diocese of New York though its first construction was chartered by King William III. The history of…
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St. Patrick’s Cathedral
St. Patrick's Cathedral of Fifth Avenue Manhattan is a magnificent, awe-inspiring Neo-Gothic construction built by the faithful, aspiring, and persevering community of 19th century New York. The original St. Patrick's Cathedral, in downtown Manhattan, had grown too old and small to accommodate the growing Catholic faith after the city was made an archdiocese in 1850. Archbishop John…
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Top 7 Class Trips for 4th Graders
Students, especially youngsters like 4th graders, not only enjoy field trips but are greatly influenced by their teaching power. While a simple field trip across town would help your kids learn, imagine what would happen if they went to one of these top class trip destinations? Explore the possibilities and consider a 4th-grade class trip…
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All About Educational Tours in San Antonio
San Antonio is perhaps the most visited Texas city full of history and culture. Guided tours of the city make for incredible learning adventures, with a helpful guide at the helm and beautiful sites before your eyes. So when you're looking for an educational journey, look no further than these amazing guided tours! San Antonio:…
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Audubon House and Tropical Gardens
Audubon House and Tropical Gardens Key West A historic Key West landmark, the Audubon House and Tropical Gardens holds more than just artwork within its halls, but life and history. Today the house is known for its collections of John James Audubon artwork and the first edition works though the house was originally owned and…
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Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory
Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory Key West In gorgeous, tropical Key West you'll encounter an enchanted wonderland of colorful butterflies as they flit about their protected habitats to be observed and admired. Over 50 species of international butterflies are in attendance as are a number of tropical birds and a veritable jungle of plants…
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Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson Ferry
Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson Ferry [caption id="attachment_31203" align="alignright" width="200"] Dry Tortugas Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Key West 1513, the Dry Tortugas was first discovered by Ponce de Leon and named for its abundance of sea turtles. The area became known for its lack of fresh water, hence the name "Dry," as well as…
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Student Travel to One World Trade Center
Otherwise known as Freedom Tower, One World Trade Center is a beacon of resilience and of hope. Freedom Tower is the rebuilt World Trade Center which was devastated in the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001. It is an important landmark not only in New York City but in the United States as a whole…
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Middle School Field Trips to Orlando
[caption id="attachment_17967" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] Cocoa Beach Pier Shutterstock[/caption] Whether your middle school class is from the area or you're traveling a great distance to be there, Orlando is certainly a beautiful option full of extravagant and wildly fun educational attractions. Even the theme parks, which are numerous, can be easily made into educational destinations if…
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Theater of the Sea
Theater of the Sea Islamorada What was established in 1946 as a marine wildlife park turned into one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Keys? Islamorada's Theater of the Sea is a 17-acre park full of exciting animal adventures, wildlife exhibits and enclosures, and up close and personal opportunities to meet the animals…
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