Devil's Den State Park [AR]

Description

This National Historic District holds what has been called the most complete example of Civilian Conservation Corps park architecture. Selected as a park site in the 1930s, Lee Creek Valley provided the native wood and stone that the Civilian Conservation Corps used to craft the park's CCC/Rustic Style buildings and structures that include a native stone dam, a unique pavilion/restaurant, cabins in several styles and sizes, roads, trails, stone walls, bridges, and the iconic Yellow Rock Overlook.

The site offers exhibits.

Princeville Historical Association and Heritage Center

Description

In partnership with the Princeville Civic Association, the Society operates the Princeville Heritage Center, a 15,000-square-foot facility which features living interpreted displays of antique agriculture equipment, steam-powered tractors and threshers, area artifacts, automobiles, sporting goods, and quilting. In addition to the original facility, the Society has also erected a second 8,400-square-foot building for agricultural equipment display. It displays old photographs, household items, area artifacts, steam-powered tractors, threshing equipment, grain binders, quilting, automobiles, gas engines, and numerous other items.

The center offers exhibits.

Casa Navarro State Historic Site [TX]

Description

The half-acre Casa Navarro State Historic Site preserves the restored home of Tejano patriot José Antonio Navarro (1795–1871). Today, visitors can tour Navarro's adobe home furnished with period antiques, read copies of his writing, and discuss questions of history with informed interpreters. Casa Navarro is the only historic site in San Antonio dedicated to the interpretation of the Mexican history and heritage of Texas, as seen through the life of Navarro, a prominent San Antonio merchant, rancher, and statesman. According to the site, "Navarro served as a member of the Texas legislatures under Mexico, the Republic of Texas, and the State of Texas. Representing San Antonio Tejanos, he signed the Texas Declaration of Independence in 1836. Navarro was the first Tejano to write about the history of Texas. He was an influential political figure during the momentous 55 years when the destiny of Texas was forged, from 1810 to 1865. Navarro is best known as 'the strongest defender of the rights of his people.'"

The site offers period rooms, tours, copies of Navarro's writings, and on-site docents.

Sandy Spring Slavery Museum and African Art Gallery [MD]

Description

The Sandy Spring Slavery Museum and African Art Gallery promotes cross-cultural communication, and presents the history of African Americans—from their ancestral ways of life in Africa, their cross-Atlantic voyages, and the Underground Railroad to the Civil Rights Movement and their accomplishments in the United States. Collections include a cross-section of a slaving clipper ship, textiles, instruments, furniture, and a cabin which depicts the living conditions of African Americans circa 1850 to 1870.

The museum offers exhibits and 90-minute tours. At least one week advance notice is required for admission.

Whaley House Museum [CA]

Description

The Whaley House Museum is an 1857 century Greek Revival residence, theater, county courthouse, and general store. The building's owner, Thomas Whaley, had originally traveled from New York to California with the Gold Rush before setting up operation of joint venture general store. The execution of Yankee Jim Robinson, who attempted grand larceny, took place on the grounds in 1852. The site interpretation targets 1868 to 1871.

The museum offers orientation presentations with question and answer sessions, self-guided tours, guided tours, ghost tours, and docents to address questions. Reservations are required for group and guided tours. The site is partially wheelchair accessible. The website offers transcriptions of historical documentation.

Working Waterfront Maritime Museum [WA]

Description

The Working Waterfront Maritime Museum, housed in the last intact remaining timber frame warehouse section in the area, presents the history of Tacoma's working waterfront. Collections include Andrew Foss rowboats, Willits canoes, and photographs by maritime photographer Wilhelm Hester (born 1872).

The museum offers interactive exhibits and group tours, which can be customized to account for group interests. Reservations are required for group tours.

The Oliver House Museum [NY]

Description

The Oliver House Museum is a historic house museum, focusing on the years 1852 through 1942. The 1852 Italianate structure contains artifacts from the family who resided in the home, as well as from the Yates County Genealogical & Historical Society collections. Topics covered by exhibits include Jemima Wilkinson (1752-1819), the first U.S. woman to found a religious movement (the Universal Friends), and Native Americans.

The museum offers guided tours and unguided exploration, period rooms, and exhibits.

Reed Gold Mine [NC]

Description

Reed Gold Mine is the site of the first documented gold find in the United States. It was here in 1799 where Conrad Reed discovered a 17-pound yellow rock, which later turned out to be gold and was sold for only $3.50. From this discovery, gold mining spread gradually to nearby counties and eventually into other southern states. Sections of the mine's old underground tunnels are open for guided tours. The site includes a museum with exhibits on gold mining and several nature trails.

The site offers a short film, exhibits, tours, demonstrations, and occasional recreational and educational events.