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Ontario, Oregon is nestled on the lush banks of the Snake River and is proud to be the first Oregon city you encounter when traveling west from the Idaho border . Once you enter the uniquely rugged landscape of the Treasure Valley, you will come to understand why many people never want to leave Those who choose to live here understand the meaning and importance of a quality, family oriented lifestyle . Thus, the community reflects the energy, distinction, and diversity of its surrounding geography and residents .
And speaking of diversity, this year the Ontario Chamber of Commerce will host the 23rd annual America’s Global Village Festival in Lions Park on June 7th – the first Saturday in June The festivities begin at 10:00 a . m with a multicultural parade through the park followed by a flag ceremony.
The Festival celebrates the authentic cultural villages of African, Basque, German, Hawaiian, Japanese, Mexican, Pioneer, Scottish and Native American cultures
Each village features food, arts and crafts, cultural demonstrations and free youth activities . The main stage will highlight cultural entertainment throughout the day Upon entering the park for the Festival, visitors will be given a souvenir passport . With each visit to the villages, the passport will be stamped When children have a full passport, they will receive a free prize
While Ontario is the kind of laidback town you dream about when you want to get away from the hectic schedule of a busy, big city lifestyle, it also boasts a myriad of recreational activities for all ages, interests and skill levels within driving distance from its downtown area Here you can enjoy mountain biking, hiking, golfing, camping, sport fishing, bird watching, kayaking, river rafting, horseback riding and much more . Ontario is situated only two hours from four separate ski resorts, including the world renowned Tamarack Ski Resort in Cascade, Idaho . You can not only downhill ski to your heart’s content, but also snowmobile, cross country ski and ice skate as well There are also 61 acres of lush parks within the city if you’re looking for a place to just relax and enjoy the landscape . Ontario is a town where you will find the people are genuine, authentic, friendly, and down to earth It is a town with a fascinating history, rich traditions, and a diverse population. It is also a place filled with things to do, places to see, and four distinct and beautiful seasons, so any time you choose to visit will be the perfect time Visit us on our website at www.ontariochamber.com
Ever wonder what became of old Winnemucca, the town where brave pioneers sought their fortune and weary cowboys hitched up their steeds after a day on the Nevada range?
Those days live on at the Humboldt Museum, along with the Great Depression, the Roaring Twenties, and even the Ice Age The museum offers a compendium of area history through its many artifacts . Visitors will see a turn-of-the-century soda factory scene, several horseless carriages, a set of bones from a local mammoth, remnants from Chinatown and so much more .
The three acre Humboldt Museum complex consists of four structures open to tours: the former St . Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church built in 1907 (the original home of Humboldt Museum), the 1880’s Greinstein Mercantile Building, the Cumley-Richardson House built in 1899, and the modern two-story brick museum building which houses the bulk of the museum’s exhibits and collections Visitors will also enjoy plenty of RV parking alongside a shaded interpretive viewing plaza overlooking the Humboldt River Valley .
Humboldt Museum is situated above the California Trail, along the Humboldt River, at 175 Museum Way in Winnemucca, Nevada . Public hours are Monday–Friday 9:00am-4:00pm & Saturdays 1:00pm-4:00pm The museum is generally self-guided, although docent-guided tours are available . While admission is free, donations are always appreciated . For more information visit
www.humboldtmuseum.org or call 775-623-2912
The Umatilla County Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) organization, was established in 1974, and each year’s Board of Directors has built upon the vision of its 100 charter members in providing the means to document and share local history .
An historic journal, Pioneer Trails, was first published in 1976 . It continues to be printed quarterly to document the stories of the people, places and events in Umatilla County .
In 1981, contents of the Sturgis Museum at Blue Mountain Community College were donated to the Historical Society, which was the beginning of its collection of historic objects
A storefront gallery opened as headquarters for the Historical Society in 1985 . Limited exhibits were installed and Terrific Tuesdays, an educational program series, began .
Arrangements were made to convert Pendleton’s 1909 train depot to a museum in 1987 . Renovations followed and the exhibits, programs, and collections came under one roof for the first time in 1988 .
As the organization continued its steady growth, it became apparent that the Historical Society was outgrowing its space A facility expansion was completed in the Fall of 2003 . The depot was renovated for use as exhibit galleries, and a new entry building and preservation wing were constructed to provide space for a classroom, a museum store, offices, work space and artifact storage . The over $2 . 8 million project also included a courtyard, landscaping of the museum grounds, and construction of a small open-air amphitheater
As a member of UCHS you will not only receive exclusive benefits only available to our members, but your membership helps to support programming at Heritage Station Museum Contact The Museum
Pendleton, just a block from Main Street . From 1-84 exit 210, drive north toward Pendleton’s City Center . Turn left a Court Avenue and left again on Southwest 2nd . Continue on SW 2nd into the Museum parking lot .
Museum Hours and Admission Fees:
The Museum’s regular hours are 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday thru Saturday . Closed January & February .
Admission is $10 00 for adults, $5 . 00 for students, $8 . 00 for Seniors & Military (active & veterans), $20 00 for a family, members are free .
Heritage Station Museum 108 S.W. Frazer • P.O. Box 253 Pendleton, OR 97801 (541) 276-0012
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Heritage Station Museum is located in downtown
Legends of the Old West are alive and thrilling at the Superstition Mountain Museum. Located in the shadow of the majestic mountain landmark, people come from near and far to drink in the scenery and learn about this storied region. A popular location for film, television and commercial studios, the Superstitions are uncannily familiar to visitors because of how many times their incredible images appear in media. From the quaint chapel steeple that greets you at the Museum’s entrance, to the iconic Wells Fargo stagecoach, visitors feel like they have been here before.
Exhibits in the Gallery
The Superstition Mountain Museum features engaging displays of history, geology, past cultures and enduring local lore. Layout, color and multimedia are now integrated to enhance the visitor’s experience. And don’t miss the infamous maps to the Dutchman’s lost gold mine. (Photography permitted!)
During the cooler months of October-April, Saturdays are especially popular when the Superstition Mountain Renegades act out stories and gunplay on the grounds. Informal meet and greets with members of the troupe are great for selfies and encouraged by the costumed actors.
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The extensive model train layout that traces the growth and industry that blossomed along the tracks is fascinating. On display are large, G-scale trains running through time-traveling landscapes and towns of the Superstition region. Miniature storylines appearing along the tracks enhance our connection with the past. Visitors are also fascinated by the educational mining history trail. Assay and mine offices, the
operating 100-year-old 20-stamp ore mill and many other relics of 1800s mining are on display and demonstrated.
The Superstition Mountain Museum hosts classes and weekly lectures to help you enjoy life in our beautiful region. An introduction to Dutch oven cooking, Navajo weaving and desert survival classes are all very popular.
The Museum has an extensive collection of books about the local region, Native American jewelry and unique gifts available for purchase in the store. The Superstition Mountain Museum also hosts two cultural arts and crafts festivals during the season and book fairs that feature local authors.
Superstition Mountain Museum is open from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., seven days a week during Fall, Winter and Spring months. Many of our spaces are available to rent for private events. The Elvis Chapel, Apacheland Barn, and 14 acres of desert beauty provide numerous settings for weddings, photo shoots, and parties. Visit superstitionmountainmuseum.org for current information.
There’s an adventure for everyone at Pima Air & Space Museum . Hundreds of thousands visit from all over the world to create lasting memories or relive them . The museum offers endless opportunities for discovery with 4 00 aircraft on 80 acres and 100 years of flight at your fingertips from a Wright Flyer to a 747 Queen of the Skies .
finest planes like the SR-71 Blackbird, the first Boeing 777 ever built, the oldest B-52, and the last B-36 ever You’ll even get to explore under the wings of rare and solesurviving aircraft like the Budd Conestoga, Columbia XLJ-1, and the Martin Mariner .
Nowhere else in the world can you get this close to such a large, international variety of iconic and rare aircraft including military, commercial, civil, and experimental . There’s 250,000 square feet of indoor exhibits in six hangars, of which three are dedicated to WWII You’ll come face to face with history’s
Pima Air & Space Museum has got something for everyone whether you’re a decorated pilot or have never taken to the skies Visitors routinely rave that it’s much bigger with more to do than expected and fun for all ages . The museum is in Tucson, Arizona just minutes off the highway at 6000 E. Valencia Rd. It’s open 363 days a year from 9am-5pm Your adventure begins at www.pimaair.org
-- Fine art by over 55 of the West’s best women artists -Wickenburg, Arizona – Desert Caballeros Western Museum (DCWM) is proud to host the 20th annual “Cowgirl Up! Art from the Other Half of the West” Invitational Exhibition and Sale . For 20 years, “Cowgirl Up!” has attracted emerging and established women artists from all over the country who depict the Western lifestyle in painting, drawing and sculpture . Each year, more than 300 applicants are reviewed; this year, over 55 were selected as representative of the top women Western fine artists today for one of the largest exhibitions yet . “Cowgirl
Up!” is much more than an exhibition It’s a crossroads where artists, collectors, and art enthusiasts come together to explore what it means to be a Western artist . “CU!” artists ride the range of techniques, styles, and mediums, from traditional to contemporary . All of the art is available for purchase, with each sale supporting the endeavors of women artists working today and of the Desert Caballeros Western Museum . “CU!” art can be bought throughout the run of the exhibition at the Museum or online at westernmuseum . org .
“Cowgirl Up!” truly confirms the Museum’s recently-adopted mission statement: To share the stories, cultures, and experiences of the West . “We’re pleased to be including several new artists again this year, to keep the show fresh and continue to broaden its scope”, says DCWM Curator and Deputy Director Mary Ann Igna .
Returning this year is the “Western Women of Distinction Luncheon and the Elizabeth Hudson Smith Award” . The fourth annual luncheon is set for Tuesday, April 15th at the Museum and is sponsored by the National Bank of Arizona . This fundraiser will continue to expand the legacy of the Museum’s signature exhibition while celebrating and recognizing accomplished women of the West . It is also meant to inspire other women to further the Western spirit .
We have a public nomination process for the Elizabeth Hudson Smith Award will be available at westernmuseum org later in January, 2025 . 2
“Last year’s luncheon was such an overwhelming success that we plan to celebrate this new tradition indefinitely . I like the idea of Wickenburg being a national leader in promoting all women of the West,” says DCWM Executive Director Dan Finley .
In 2006, Desert Caballeros Western Museum embraced a r evolutionary idea: an annual exhibition showcasing the brightest contemporary female artists working in the Western genre In the male-dominated world of Western art, “Cowgirl Up!” turned the spotlight squarely on women’s voices and perspectives, serving up a new, deeper understanding of the
American West Eighteen years later, “CU!” remains a major national event for Western women artists .
The Desert Caballeros Western Museum is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums . The Museum is known as “Arizona’s Most Western Museum” and serves 50,000 visitors a year . The Museum preserves and exhibits the art and history of the Southwest and the desert frontier, and is well-known for its innovative exhibitions and programming . Its world-renowned collections of American Western fine art, American Indian art and artifacts, and captivating interactive exhibits together create an unforgettable experience for visitors . The Museum’s entire lower level is devoted to a re-creation of life in Late Territorial Wickenburg . The Museum further enhances the visitor experience by offering a free audio guided tour system for adults and children, in English and Spanish . The Museum also has two stores, The Museum Store and Ranch Dressing . For more information, call 928-684-2272 email info@westernmuseum.org or visit www.westernmuseum.org.
Salmon Harbor Marina boasts one of the Oregon Coast’s largest recreational facilities, all in an area known for its natural beauty . Whatever your interests, you’ll discover your complete vacation experience in Salmon Harbor .
Complete Marina FacilitiesSalmon Harbor Marina is one of the largest recreational facilities on the Oregon Coast The marina has immediate access to the Umpqua River, the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, the Pacific Ocean, and miles of whitesand public beaches
550 moorage slips are available in Salmon Harbor for shortterm or long-term occupancy, at competitive rates . Both wood and concrete docks, with shore power and domestic water, are available
Harbor services include two launch ramps A full-service fuel dock is available at the west end launch offering Non-Ethanol Premium fuel 92 octane for Water Craft, ATV’s and Lawn Tools . Need repairs or supplies? Winchester Bay businesses offer a range of services for mariners . As well as sling-type and cranetype launching facilities for larger vessels . The U . S . Coast Guard is also available to assist you from their station in Salmon Harbor . Visitors are welcome to tour their facility . Please call ahead (541271-2138) to make arrangements .
Camping OpportunitiesSalmon Harbor also has 124 selfcontained camping sites available with restroom and shower facilities These campsites are
on a first come first serve basis and are available year-round
Sightseeing - Visitors with historical interests will want to tour the Umpqua River Lighthouse, over a century old and commanding dramatic views of the Oregon Dunes and the Pacific Ocean . In nearby Reedsport, the Umpqua Discovery Center offers a glimpse into the region’s past, from the times of the Kuuich tribe to the present Historic homes dot the community of Gardiner, just the other side of the Umpqua River .
Wildlife - Don’t miss the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area, just outside Reedsport on Highway 38, where you can view these majestic animals in a protected natural setting Whales travel past Winchester Bay on their annual migration each spring . And you’ll find a range of coastal wildlife along the many hiking trails in the area .
Fishing - Few anglers go home from Salmon Harbor emptyhanded . Species in the area include Chinook salmon, striped bass, steelhead, sturgeon, chad, pink fin perch, and small mouth bass . We’ve become known as the Crab Capital of Oregon for the delicious Dungeness crab you can catch right off the docks, and several different species of clam are just a pail and shovel away .
Off-Roading - It’s hard to match the exhilaration of climbing the towering Oregon Dunes in an all-terrain vehicle . Bring your own, or rent locally, to explore off the beaten track! Annual events in Salmon Harbor include competitions for the dedicated ATV-er . Or, for a taste of “old-fashioned” off-roading, dogsleds meet the dunes in the annual Dune Mushers’ Run .
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In 1877 a reconnaissance detail of army scouts and cavalrymen was sent to the Mule Mountains to search the area for renegade Apaches. What civilian tracker Jack Dunn found instead were signs of mineralization indicating the presence of lead, copper and possibly silver. The first mining claim was staked in what would later become the City of Bisbee. The filing of this claim, and a multitude of others filed by George Warren, sent prospectors and speculators scurrying to the Mule Mountains in hopes of striking it rich. Numerous rich ore bodies were located
and Bisbee soon became known as the “Queen of the Copper Camps”
During almost a century of mining, 8 billion pounds of copper, 102 million ounces of silver and 2.8 million ounces of gold along with millions of pounds of zinc, lead and manganese were produced. By 1974 ore reserves had been depleted and December brought the announcement of the impending closure of mining operations in Bisbee. Phelps Dodge curtailed open pit operations that year and ceased underground operations in 1975. It appeared as though the queen was about to be laid to rest.
With the departure of its industrial base, the real estate market in Bisbee collapsed as hundreds of homes went up for sale. The availability of cheap real estate drew retirees, “hippies” and eventually a new group of speculators. These new residents purchased property and slowly began to contribute to the renovation of the city.
The Bisbee of today is a well-known artist’s community whose architectural and historic heritage has been preserved. Located at the center of the natural and historic beauty of Cochise County, the city has transformed itself into the ideal spot for tourism. These benefits combined with “the most perfect year round climate” make it an attractive place to visit and a great place to call home.
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Find yourself surrounded in the magic of Mineola!
Located between Dallas and Shreveport at the crossroads of Highways 69 and 80 Mineola’s Downtown Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places . Treat yourself to a step back in time and explore outstanding antique, gift, craft, ladies fashion, glass art, bath, jewelry, nature, coffee shops and dining establishments .
Visit the award winning Mineola Historical Museum and the restored 1906 Depot . Catch a ride on Amtrak’s Texas Eagle to Chicago or Los Angles and points in between . Enjoy the musicians every Saturday (weather permitting) for Main Street Music on the Street . Mineola offers an outstanding bed and breakfast inn and hotels . The Mineola Civic Center welcomes the RV traveler with 224 pads many with full hookups The Select Theater/ Lake Country Playhouse is one of the oldest continuous operating movie theaters in Texas . Live productions are on stage 4 times per
year . First run movies are shown Fridays and Saturdays and the Lake Country Orchestra performs quarterly .
Sports enthusiasts can play golf, basketball or go fishing at area lakes . Lake Fork, the “Bass Capital of Texas” is a 20 minute drive north . Lake Holbrook is a short 10 minute drive where you’ll not only find fishing and boating but, the only beach in town .
Need to get in touch with your nature side? Mineola is home to the 3000 acre Mineola Nature Preserve on the Sabine River . The preserve has equestrian, hiking and biking trails galore . It’s a photographers paradise and a birdwatchers dream----but don’t feed the alligators and keep your eyes open for Bigfoot! Join us at NatureFest October 17 and 18 and celebrate the great outdoors . 1-800-646-3642 or www.visitmineola.com
The Museum of South Texas History is a place where children and adults alike can explore self-discovery of who they are and where they come from .
The story starts in the Grand Lobby, which contains several notable features representing the legacy of the region . Architecture of the lobby echoes Spanish Colonial Revival, a style popular in the early 20th century, particularly in the lower Rio Grande Valley . The chandelier and archways contain numerous representations of South Texas animals and plants magnificently hand-crafted in metal Ornamental tiles recall the heritage of Spain and Mexico, and the doors and admission counters are crafted of mesquite, the native tree that has become a symbol of South Texas
Upstairs begins the museum’s premier exhibition, Rio Grande Legacy Told in two parts, River Frontier and River Highway, the story of the region unfolds with unique artifacts and state-of-the art multimedia Continuing downstairs, visitors follow a corridor to River Crossroads, the final section of Rio Grande Legacy . Entering through a replica train station, visitors to this gallery learn about the century that transformed the region
Through double-doors, walking under the colonnade, is the entrance to the 1910 Jail, which features the jailer’s office and living quarters on the ground floor and prisoners’ cell rooms located on the second floor, along with the hanging room in the tower . The jail was added to Texas’ list of registered historical landmarks, with a medallion and marker from the Texas State Historical Survey Committee (now the Texas Historical Commission)
Exiting from the 1910 Jail, visitors enjoy the Will Looney Legacy Park The park features a beautiful sculpture, A Texas Legacy, by Deborah Copenhaver Fellows; a windmill and tank; a leña (rustic log) fence; a sundial; a water pump; a winding path studded with native animal tracks; and numerous native plants .
MOSTHistory is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums . It is located in downtown Edinburg at 200 North Closner Boulevard on the Hidalgo County Courthouse square F or more information about MOSTHistory, please visit
www.mosthistory.org or call 956-383-6911
Here in Lubbock, we have two amazing museums that showcase the City’s unique history: The Buddy Holly Center and Silent Wings Museum. The Buddy Holly Center preserves and promotes the legacy of Buddy Holly and the music of West Texas, as well as provides exhibitions on Contemporary Visual Arts and Music, for the purpose of educating and entertaining the public. Exhibitions, tours, concerts, classes, and gallery talks are designed to cultivate an atmosphere where art and music are celebrated. The Buddy Holly Gallery features a permanent exhibit on the life and music of the Lubbock native and West Texas icon. Artifacts include Buddy’s Fender Stratocaster guitar and famed hornrimmed glasses, along with items from his youth and career.
The Silent Wings Museum is located in
Lubbock, adjacent to the Preston Smith International Airport. It’s the only museum in the world dedicated solely to preserving the history of the WWII military glider program. The museum is home to one of the few accurately and completely restored CG-4A gliders left in the world. The exhibits focus on the airborne operations in which gliders were used, the training of the glider pilots, and the technical history of the gliders themselves.
The Buddy Holly Center and Silent Wings Museum are open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 5pm, and on Sundays from 1pm to 5pm. Visitors are invited to call or look online for admission prices, special events, and holiday hours.
BuddyHollyCenter.org SilentWingsMuseum.com 806-775-3560 • 806-775-3049
If the fast pace of life has you longing to slow down a bit, plan a relaxing getaway to Fentress County in northeastern Middle Tennessee.
Perched on the picturesque Cumberland Plateau, Fentress County is a rural haven from the busy world and invites visitors to discover its charms at their own pace.
Whether you prefer to explore the area by foot, car, horseback, ATV or RV, you’ll be immersed in history, natural beauty and small-town life. You’ll see why many of the locals have chosen to live in Fentress County for generations, several families even having roots here since before the Civil War.
Learn about Fentress County’s most famous native at Sgt. Alvin C. York State Historic Park, located 9 miles north of Jamestown in Pall Mall. One of the most decorated soldiers of World War I, York lived in a two-story house in Pall Mall, and his family farm was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977.
Highland Manor Winery
Wine aficionados shouldn’t miss a visit to Highland Manor Winery, Tennessee’s oldest licensed winery. Highland Manor, located in Jamestown, has been producing award-winning local wines for more than four decades, and visitors can enjoy a free wine tasting, as well as guided tours and special events.
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
Craving a little adventure? You’ll find it at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, which spans a massive 125,000 acres. Recreation opportunities at Big South Fork are endless, ranging from camping and fishing to canoeing, rafting, hunting and horseback riding.
Experienced hikers can test their skills on the Honey Creek Loop Trail, the most rugged and challenging trail in Big South Fork. The Twin Arches are one of the park’s most unusual geologic features and can be accessed by hiking a short trail that stretches for 7/10 of a mile one way. Big South Fork provides a habitat for numerous types of wildlife including black bear, elk, white-tailed deer, bobcat, gray fox, 160 species of birds and more than 60 species of fish.
Trail Riding Capital of the Southeast
Equestrians, rejoice. Did you know Fentress County has access to more than 300 miles of horseback riding trails? It’s no wonder the area has become an established equine destination and has often been called the Trail Riding Capital of the Southeast.
In Jamestown, East Fork Stables boasts more than 12,000 acres of riding trails, as well as campgrounds so you can stay awhile. Loved for its raw natural beauty and abundance of outdoor activities, East Fork Stables
opened in 1994 and has become one of the best trail riding venues in Tennessee. Trail riding enthusiasts enjoy its cascading waterfalls, spectacular overlooks, unusual rock formations, abundant wildlife and breathtaking views.
Downtown Jamestown
Spend a few hours strolling the streets of downtown Jamestown, a hidden treasure trove of hangout spots, shops and eateries. There’s no rush, so explore downtown at your own pace. You’ll discover boutique clothing, antiques, hardware, furniture, cigars, herbs, local fruits and vegetables, musical instruments and lots more.
Sip on a latte at Campfire Coffee or opt for the Campfire Cocoa topped with a hand-roasted marshmallow. One of downtown Jamestown’s newest businesses, Native Provisions, opened in 2021 offering natural foods and healthy products such as fresh produce, meats and dairy from local farmers. Don’t miss the homestyle burgers, onion rings and milkshakes at Dairy Mart, a favorite hometown diner among the locals.
Fentress County is a fabulous mix of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, history, quaint shops and good eating, so make sure to visit soon!
Decatur, IL, located in the heart of Illinois along Interstate 72 and U S . 51, is a city of classic history, culture, and community spirit . Whether you’re drawn to its historical landmarks, vibrant arts scene, or agricultural roots, Decatur offers something special for everyone .
History buffs can explore a journey back in time . Downtown’s Central Park is home to the historic Transfer House . Known as Decatur’s icon, it was once a bustling hub for electric streetcars dating back to 1896 . A few blocks west of Central Park is the Lincoln Square Theater . The century old and newly renovated building that has always been highly recommended from its first opening and continues to be now . The theater has hosted many performances including opera, film, concerts and continues to bring a unique atmosphere with every performance . Decatur proudly holds ties to Abraham Lincoln, is home of his first family residence in Illinois and his former courthouse that still stands at the Macon County Historical Museum . There are 16 Looking for Lincoln Wayside Exhibits throughout the city and surrounding areas to find and read about Lincoln’s time in Decatur .
The James Millikin Homestead, the former residence of James and Anna Millikin, showcases Victorian architecture and tells the story of the Millikin family . James Millikin is a Decatur businessman who later founded Millikin University, a private college that focuses on performance arts and learning .
Art enthusiasts will enjoy the city’s large building sized murals all over the city as well as classic displays of American-made vehicles at the Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum . You can also catch a live show at the Lincoln Square Theater, the Decatur Civic Center, or Kirkland Fine Arts Center at Millikin University with so many musical acts and theatrical plays to enjoy .
Beyond its historical and cultural offerings, Decatur embraces a spirit of growth and opportunity . Once known as the “Soybean Capital of the World” Decatur hosts one of the biggest agricultural shows every other year, the Farm Progress Show . A show that brings visitors from all over the nation as well as international visitors to witness interactive exhibits that display advanced farming technologies paired with onsite field demonstrations, coming soon fall 2025!
Whether you’re planning a historical exploration, seeking cultural inspiration, or influenced by its agricultural innovation, Decatur promises an unforgettable experience for every visitor. We offer over 80 locally owned restaurants and 3 local breweries to quinch your thirst for culinary arts . Visit today and discover why Decatur remains a place of classic history, culture, and forwardthinking innovation at the heart of Illinois .
1-800-646-3642 or www.visitmineola.com
St. Joseph and Felicity (sister plantations) are homes-both working sugarcane plantations. Experience rich history and many exhibits sure to give you a glimpse into life on a sugar plantation during a relaxed, intimate, guided tour of either home (or both) and the grounds.
Both Felicity and St. Joe have served as the background for several film and TV projects including “Queen Sugar”, “Mudbound”, “Twelve Years a Slave”, “Skeleton Key”, “Underground”, and many more.
Both homes were owned by sisters, Josephine and Felicity, daughters of the “Louis the XIV of Louisiana” and reputedly the wealthiest man in the South. St. Joseph was built around 1840 and was eventually purchased by Josephine and her husband, Alexis Ferry using dowry money from her father.
Felicity was built in 1850 with dowry money for Josephine’s sister, Felicity, when she married Septime Fortier.
St. Joe was purchased in a post-Civil War sheriff’s sale by Joseph Waguespack and has remained in the extended family since. He also purchased Felicity and its 1,200 acre sugar farm in 1899 and combined it with St. Joseph in 1901 to create the St. Joseph Planting and Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
Up until Summer of 2022, Felicity has been closed to the public. The Waguespack family is thrilled to now share the history of the home with visitors. Tours are available seven days a week and reservations can be made by calling 225-265-4078 .
Paintsville, Kentucky is home to spectacular mountain scenery and stars like Loretta Lynn and Chris Stapleton, this classic Kentucky town will have you singing through your memories long after your journey has ended .
For country music fans, the hills and hollers surrounding U . S . 23 are hallowed ground . Music and storytelling traditions run deep in this part of Kentucky, which has produced more hit country artists than any other region per capita, including Lorretta Lynn, Crystal Gayle, The Judd’s, Chris Stapleton, Billy Ray Cyrus, Tom T . Hall, Ricky Skaggs, Keith Whitley, Dwight Yoakam and Patty Loveless .
Visit the U . S 23 Country Music Highway Museum that features 14 exhibits displaying memorabilia from the country music stars who call Eastern Ky their home . While you are in town join us for an evening of live bluegrass music during Front Porch Pickin’ every Thursday at 7pm
If it is nature, you love we have a beautiful 1,139acre Paintsville Lake with its steep, rocky cliffs and wooded coves, that provides boating, skiing, and fishing pleasure . The lake area contains 32 developed campsites, ten primitive campsites, a playground, four picnic shelters, four-lane launch ramp, amphitheater, restaurant, marina, and Kiwanis Trail .
While you are at the lake take a step back in time as you explore our Mountain Homeplace Farm . This Appalachian working farm dates to the 1850’s and features a cabin, church, one room schoolhouse, animals, and a garden
A trip to Paintsville would not be complete without having a delicious Appalachian inspired meal in one of our downtown restaurants Make sure to remember your trip by taking home a collectable antique from one of our unique downtown shops . Visit, Explore, Discover all that Eastern Kentucky has to offer .
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“At the Center of the Nation” A western museum that’s family-friendly and free! Winter hours 10 to 5 Tuesday-Saturday 415 Fifth Ave., Belle Fourche, SD 605-723-1200 www.thetristatemuseum.com
WA 98648 www.columbiagorge.org www.facebook.com/shewatches (Printing sponsored in part by: City of Stevenson and Skamania County lodging taxes.)
Candlewood Suites Cheyenne 2335 Tura Pkwy., Cheyenne, Wy 82001 1-307-634-6622 • www.candlewoodsuites.com Fitness Room • Board Room • WiFi • Cable/ Satellite • Free Laundry • Full Size Kitchens Queen Beds • Pets w/Deposit • Non-Smoking
The Red lion Hotel Boise Downtowner is conveniently located just blocks from the heart of downtown Boise and the idaho state Capitol. the hotel has easy access to I-84 and is minutes away from Boise Airport, Boise State University, Boise Town Square Mall and the many attractions in and around Boise.
• 182 renovated guest rooms including two luxurious one bedroom suites. our rooms feature stay Comfortable® plush pillowtop beds, Refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards.
• Free high-speed wireless Internet access
• Complimentary parking
• Complimentary airport shuttle
• Coffee Garden restaurant & Characters sports lounge
• Red Lion Energy Zone fitness center and seasonal outdoor pool and whirlpool
• Room service
• Over 8,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space accommodating groups of up to 250
