Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site [IN]

Description

"In 1867, William S. Culbertson spent about $120,000 to build his grand home in New Albany. Visitors to the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site will learn more about the life and times of this successful businessman and philanthropist." The mansion has been restored to its state shortly after it was built, and offers visitors a portal to this beautiful time period as well as to the Culbertson family.

The site offers basic visitor information and event information. Also, since the site is part of the Indiana State Museum website, it offers links and information about all other Indiana State Museums and historic sites.

Cambridge Historical Society [MA]

Description

"The Cambridge Historical Society has been a repository of history and culture for over 100 years. We are an active non-profit (501.C.3) organization and are dedicated to promoting an interest in all aspects of the history and heritage of Cambridge." Founded in 1905, the Cambridge Historical Society seeks to preserve and promote Cambridge, MA, area history. The society owns and maintains the Hooper-Lee Nichols House, which is currently closed to tours for renovations, and the Brinkler Research Library, which contains an enormous collection of Cambridge-area books, newspapers, periodicals, documents, and photographs.

The site offers detailed information about all library holdings, but no library access, a virtual tour of and visitor information about the Hooper-Lee Nichols House, a listing of all publications, with information for prospective buyers, and an events calendar.

Brunswick Town / Fort Anderson [NC]

Description

A major pre-Revolutionary port on North Carolina's Cape Fear River, Brunswick was razed by British troops in 1776 and never rebuilt. During the Civil War, Fort Anderson was constructed atop the old village site, and served as part of the Cape Fear River defenses below Wilmington before the fall of the Confederacy. Colonial foundations dot the present-day tour trail, which crosses the earthworks of the Confederate fort.

The site offers a short film, exhibits, tours, and occasional recreational and educational events (including living history events).

Delaware County Historical Association [NY]

Description

The Delaware County Historical Association (DCHA) was founded in 1945 to preserve and present the rich history of Delaware County. In the early 1960s, the Association purchased property, originally settled by Gideon Frisbee. Today, DCHA is home to seven historic buildings including the 1797 Frisbee House (pictured above, photo by Barbara Onasch) and barn, blacksmith shop, nineteenth-century gun shop, school house, turnpike tollgate house, Christian Church at Fitch's Bridge a well as two exhibit galleries, research library and archives, gift/book shop, nature trail and much more. In addition, DCHA offers educational programs where the society will travel to a school and present a program.

The site offers general information about the association, a virtual tour with pictures of all of the DCHA buildings, an events calendar, information about the educational sessions offered by DCHA, and a listing of books about Delaware County.

Grapevine Heritage Foundation [TX]

Description

The Grapevine Heritage Foundation is dedicated towards the preservation of the history and historical structures of the town of Grapevine, Texas. To this end, the foundation has acquired a number of buildings in the last fifteen years. In 1991, Grapevine Heritage Foundation saved the Palace Theater, a classic Art Modern building. In addition, the Foundation owns the Thomas Jefferson Nash Farmstead and the Buckner Cash Grocery Store.

The site is actually part of the larger Grapevine Convention and Visitor's Bureau website. Thus, it offers information about upcoming events in the town of Grapevine, information for visitors including information on local hotels, and a small about section regarding the Foundation.

Geraldine Milwaukee Depot [MT]

Description

The Geraldine Milwaukee Depot is a fine example of America's early 20th century small town railroad depots. The Geraldine Milwaukee Depot is located in Geraldine, Montana and has received special attention due to its name, which derives from the namesake of the town of Geraldine, Geraldine Rockefeller. The Depot has been restored to its state in the early 1900s, and is available to the public by appointment.

The site is a division of the Montana State Travel Site, and so offers very basic information about the Depot intended for potential visitors.

Roundhouse Railroad Museum [GA]

Description

The Roundhouse Railroad Museum is located in Savannah, Georgia. The structure was originally built as the headquarters and repair shop of Central of Georgia Railway Co. The building eventually fell into disuse after Central of Georgia merged with Southern Railway in the mid 1900s, and was abandoned in the early 1960s. The building was saved from demolition a decade later and now is a National Historic Landmark, a "Save America's Treasure's" Site, and one of the main tourist attractions in historic Savannah. Visitors can view seven historic railroad structures, along with a growing collection of locomotives and rolling stock. In addition, visitors are treated to a variety of exhibits along with a full model train.

The site offers visitor information, very brief historical information, a 12-photo photo gallery along with links to additional photo galleries, an events calendar, and links to previous preservation team monthly photograph reports.

Drake Well Museum [PA]

Description

The Drake Well Museum memorializes the site where, in 1859, Edwin L. Drake drilled the oil well that launched the modern petroleum industry. The Museum tells the story of the beginning of the modern oil industry with orientation videos, exhibits, operating oil field machinery, and historic buildings in a park setting.

The museum offers short films, exhibits, tours, educational programs, and research library access.

Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum [PA]

Description

Landis Valley Museum, a living history village and farm, collects, preserves, and interprets the history and material culture of the Pennsylvania German rural community from 1740 to 1940 and enhances understanding of their successful practices, interactions with others, and the impact on the state and nation for citizens of and visitors to the Commonwealth. Visitors experience 18th- and 19th-century village and farm life in Lancaster County, PA, all in one visit. With over 100 acres and many historic buildings to explore throughout the four seasons, there is always something to see at Landis Valley Museum.

The site offers exhibits, tours, demonstrations, educational programs that meet PA state curriculum standards, lectures, workshops, and recreational and educational events (including living history events).

Historic Washington State Park [AR]

Description

Historic Washington is a restored 19th-century town with 45 historic structures. Classic examples of Southern Greek Revival, Federal, Gothic Revival, and Italianate architecture stand as a legacy to life in Washington from 1824 to 1889. From its establishment in 1824, Washington was an important stop on the rugged Southwest Trail to Mexico, and later, Texas. James Bowie, Sam Houston, and Davy Crockett each traveled through Washington at various times. Vistiors can stroll the plank boardwalks along streets that have never been paved, and explore this tree-shaded town many call "the Colonial Williamsburg of the Southwest."

The site offers exhibits, tours, demonstrations, research library access, workshops, and educational and recreational events (including living history events).