My Old Kentucky Home

Composer Stephen Foster is honored through family artifacts and renditions of his music at this historic manor in Bardstown, Kentucky.

Bayernhof Museum

See the world’s largest private collections of music boxes and other antique music machines at this house museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

The Rathskeller at the Athenaeum

This grand historic building in Indianapolis, Indiana, serves as a hub for German culture, showcasing authentic food and beer

Corning Museum of Glass

Since 1951, this museum in Corning, New York, has educated visitors about the art of glassmaking through science-focused demonstrations and vibrant exhibits.

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Rockport State Recreation Area

Spanning nearly 4,300 acres, Rockport State Recreation Area in Alpena, Michigan, offers a glimpse into its past, with opportunities for hiking, kayaking and other adventures.

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Billy Goat Tavern

Since 1934, this iconic restaurant in Chicago, Illinois, has been serving its iconic cheeseburgers and legendary stories to tourists and locals alike.

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Cantigny Park

Formerly a grand country estate, this park in Wheaton, Illinois, offers beautifully manicured gardens and plenty of recreational opportunities.

Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library

This destination in Indianapolis, Indiana, celebrates the life, work and legacy of one of America’s most distinctive writers. 

Bolivar Bread Bakery

This take-out only spot in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, serves up several bread varieties, including ones made using a 45-year-old sourdough starter, to hungry tourists.

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Muhammad Ali Center

The legendary boxer is remembered in his hometown of Louisville, Kentucky, through this museum that honors his accomplishments and activism.

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Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park

This island park in Parkersburg, West Virginia, showcases its ties to American history through a re-created mansion and museum.

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