There are many great museums in western New York, and one of my favorites is the Buffalo Museum of Science. The Buffalo Museum of Science is located in Martin Luther …
Read moreWhat It’s Like to Visit the Buffalo Museum of Science
The Thousand Islands region of New York is known for its spectacular natural beauty. However, this is an area that is also filled with amazing history and art. One spot …
Read moreUncovering Incredible Art at the Frederic Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg
Located in the heart of Canton, New York, you’ll find the Silas Wright House. Built in the 1830s, this home was, unsurprisingly, the residence of Silas Wright, a former governor …
Located on the shores of Lake Ontario in Oswego, New York, you’ll find the historic Fort Ontario. This fort has a history dating back nearly 300 years and is open …
Read moreUncovering American History at Fort Ontario in Oswego, New York
It’s impossible to tell the story of the women’s suffrage movement without talking about Susan B. Anthony. Susan B. Anthony was born in Massachusetts but lived most of her adult …
Read moreLearning About Women’s Suffrage at the Susan B. Anthony House in Rochester
Unsurprisingly, the Finger Lakes region of New York has a rich maritime history. Wanting to learn more about it, I took some time to visit the Finger Lakes Boating Museum. …
Read moreVisiting the Finger Lakes Boating Museum in Hammondsport
As baffling as it may seem today, there was a time not too long ago when women were not allowed to vote in the United States. That all changed when …
Read moreLearning About Women’s Suffrage at the Matilda Joslyn Gage House Near Syracuse
The Adirondacks region is known for its incredible outdoor recreation, but there is also a lot of fascinating history to explore in the area. One such spot is Fort William …
Read moreExploring the Historic Fort William Henry in Lake George
Did you know that the shores of Lake Erie in southwestern New York (and stretching down to Erie, PA) is the largest grape-growing region in the eastern United States? While …
Read moreTouring the Grape Discovery Center Near Westfield, NY
During my travels, I’ve had the chance to visit many destinations for kids in New York. However, I don’t know if I’ve ever visited somewhere so perfect for children (or …
Read moreThe Strong Museum of Play in Rochester: The Perfect Destination for Kids in New York