Author: Tom
A Place Called Hildene
Abraham Lincoln was born in Kentucky and lived most of his adult years in Illinois. But where did future generations of the Lincolns reside? Most…
The Son of a US President
Being the son of a U.S. president has its perks. However, it does provide a very high bar of achievement for that second generation. Which…
British or Revolutionary?
Methodist, Baptist, Catholic, Lutheran–there are many labels that may be placed on churches. However, during the early years of this church, the label was either…
St. Paul’s Church
Just outside of New York City proper, yet well within the urban corridor, sits a church in the suburb of Mt. Vernon, New York. It…
Vermont’s National Park
You’ve heard of Yellowstone and Yosemite, but try naming Vermont’s only National Park…..
The Father of Modern Conservation
Many farms today use terraces, waterways and conservation tillage to protect soil and water. However, few people today can tell you the man who’s revolutionary…
Big Tracks
The animal tracks are three foot in width–and they are real–not made by an imaginary bigfoot, but plain to see to everyone that wades into…
The San Marcos Hotel and Resort
Phoenix, Arizona has plenty of golf resorts that attract thousands of visitors, but ask someone who established the first course in the state and they’ll…
The Karate Kid
It’s not often you get to visit with someone who’s won multiple national titles in anything. Now add in the fact, she’s only 18 years…
Rock Creek Station
Mention the name Wild Bill Hickok and many people have images of a western lawman not afraid to enter a shootout to bring about justice….