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History for Pennies

History drives on educational vacations for all kinds of travel groups from students to senior citizens but visiting several museums and/or landmarks that charge admission can really add up. When you're traveling on a budget and want to see more than a couple of historic sites, know that there are places - like those below -…

Vacationing can be expensive, especially when you want to see and do everything. Have no fear. Whether you're looking to cut down on egregiously expensive attractions or you're on a budget-friendly vacation, we've got you covered. Here are some of the best free attractions across the U.S. including some of your favorites, plus a few…

As one of the most historically significant cities in the country, Williamsburg is a tourist magnet. Experience the history of our nation's beginning, tour fascinating museums, shop until you drop, and have a thrilling day at one of the theme parks in the city. If you're looking at Williamsburg for a student trip, graduation vacation,…

While we find our own nation's history fascinating, we often forget that we were not the first people to settle the lands of North America. Since before Christopher Columbus, Ponce de Leon, and the Norse explorers before them, Native Americans lived and thrived on this great continent. Though there has been an unfortunate history with…

[caption id="attachment_17614" align="alignleft" width="300"] Washington DC Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] As the nation's capital, D.C. brings in loads of tourists, patriots, and people like you - students. From grade school field trips to post-graduation getaways, Washington, D.C. has the makings for a brilliant, educational, and unforgettable student trip. So what can you do in the capital…

As humans, we are generally fearful of the unknown, including things that go bump in the night. And yet we are intrigued, excited even by morbidly thrilling looks at what lies beyond. If you are one who takes risks with Ouija boards, enjoys a good haunted house, or are addicted to horror movies, make a trip…

The American Civil War was, arguably, the most important war our nation has ever fought. While the Revolutionary War fought for independence as an autonomous nation, the Civil War undertook the struggle for civil liberties, for personal freedoms, equality, and justice. In the end, the Revolutionary War laid the groundwork for our nation and the…

Educational Field Trip Ideas: Social Studies

While many states have lessened their focus on social studies due to curriculum changes, it remains an integral subject in our students' education. Social studies explains, or tries to, the nature of our world from our national and global history to government and even how people will continue to live in the future with economics…

Cannery Row

[caption id="attachment_29912" align="alignright" width="425"] Cannery Row Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Cannery Row A historic waterfront section of Monterey once home to several sardine canning facilities, Cannery Row is now the premier entertainment and dining district. Full of excitement and possibility, Cannery Row is the place to be. Like many trendy districts, Cannery Row began as an…

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History for Pennies

Top Free Attractions Across the U.S.

Top 10 Attractions in Williamsburg

9 Native American Heritage Sites

Washington, D.C. for Student Groups

Most Haunted Destinations in the U.S.

Civil War: Sites of Significance

Cannery Row