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The First US Building Elevator To Ascend At An Angle - George Washington Masonic National Memorial, Alexandria,VA
National Museum Kevin Durst 5/22/25 National Museum Kevin Durst 5/22/25

The First US Building Elevator To Ascend At An Angle - George Washington Masonic National Memorial, Alexandria,VA

New York City architect Harvey Wiley Corbett, who later became famous for designing much of Rockefeller Center, was enlisted to create plans for the memorial and the groundbreaking ceremony took place on June 5, 1922.

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Bringing Fort Lauderdale History To Life - History Fort Lauderdale
Museum Kevin Durst 5/22/25 Museum Kevin Durst 5/22/25

Bringing Fort Lauderdale History To Life - History Fort Lauderdale

The History Fort Lauderdale museums connect visitors to the past while celebrating the present story of the Fort Lauderdale area.

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The Red City - Marrakech, Morocco
City Walks Kevin Durst 5/22/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 5/22/25

The Red City - Marrakech, Morocco

Marrakech was founded around 1070 and the walls of the city were constructed and the city grew rapidly and established itself as a cultural, religious, and trading center.

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A Glimpse Into Moravian History - The Moravian Museum of Bethlehem
Museum Kevin Durst 5/15/25 Museum Kevin Durst 5/15/25

A Glimpse Into Moravian History - The Moravian Museum of Bethlehem

The Moravian Bethlehem National Historic Landmark District encompasses approximately 14 acres in the heart of the City of Bethlehem.

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An Authentic Moroccan Desert Riad - Riad Ksar Ighnda
Hotels Kevin Durst 5/15/25 Hotels Kevin Durst 5/15/25

An Authentic Moroccan Desert Riad - Riad Ksar Ighnda

The creation of Hotel Riad Ksar Ighnda started back in 2005, and it promises you a unique stay on the edge of the desert.

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Pharmaceuticals Built This Estate - Coindre Hall, Huntington, NY
House Museum Kevin Durst 5/15/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 5/15/25

Pharmaceuticals Built This Estate - Coindre Hall, Huntington, NY

The 40-room, 80,000-square-foot mansion was completed in 1912 after six years of construction on 135 acres close to Lloyd Harbor.

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Morocco’s Oldest Imperial City - Fes & The Medina
City Walks Kevin Durst 5/8/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 5/8/25

Morocco’s Oldest Imperial City - Fes & The Medina

Fes holds a unique distinction as the country’s political, cultural, and spiritual capital. Founded in 789 by the first sultan of the Idrisid dynasty, Fes is Morocco's oldest imperial city.

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The World’s Biggest Medina - Tangier Medina
City Walks Kevin Durst 5/8/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 5/8/25

The World’s Biggest Medina - Tangier Medina

Like almost every city in Morocco, Tangier is divided into two sections: the new town and the old town, called the Medina, which is enclosed by a medieval wall.

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An 1826 French Quarter Mansion - Beauregard- Keyes Mansion
House Museum Kevin Durst 5/8/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 5/8/25

An 1826 French Quarter Mansion - Beauregard- Keyes Mansion

In 1826, Joseph LeCarpentier hired architect François Correjolles to design his dream home, complete with rear dependency buildings, in the French Quarter

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Exploring Slavery, Segregation & Racial Terrorism In America - The Legacy Sites, Montgomery, AL
Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25 Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25

Exploring Slavery, Segregation & Racial Terrorism In America - The Legacy Sites, Montgomery, AL

This blog post covers three different spaces in Montgomery, Alabama that deal with slavery, segregation, and racial terrorism in America.

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Promoting Interest & Education About The History Of An Eastern Long Island Town  - Southold Historical Museum
House Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25

Promoting Interest & Education About The History Of An Eastern Long Island Town - Southold Historical Museum

Founded in 1960, the museum opens many of these buildings to the public at various times throughout the year, offering events and opportunities to explore the rich history of the area.

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New Orleans Estate Of A Sears Roebuck Heiress - LongueVue
House Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 5/2/25

New Orleans Estate Of A Sears Roebuck Heiress - LongueVue

In 1920, Edith Rosenwald of Chicago had met Edgar Stern of New Orleans in New York and fell in love. Edith was the daughter of Julius Rosenwald and an heiress to the Sears-Roebuck fortune.

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A Look Back - A Few Vanderbilt’s Homes
House Museum Kevin Durst 4/25/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 4/25/25

A Look Back - A Few Vanderbilt’s Homes

In this blog post I highlight five of the Vanderbilt family homes that I have covered in the past. As I’m sure you know, members of the Vanderbilt family were master builders of massive homes - some were only used a few weeks or months of the year.

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A Mardi Gras Fashion Museum Of A Queen Who Reigned Over 22 Balls - Arnaud’s Restaurant
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/25/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/25/25

A Mardi Gras Fashion Museum Of A Queen Who Reigned Over 22 Balls - Arnaud’s Restaurant

I always love discovering a lesser-known hidden gem, and that's exactly what I found when dining at one of New Orleans’ beloved restaurants, Arnaud’s in the French Quarter.

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A Former Major Caravan Center Of Trans-Sahara Trade - Rissani, Morocco
City Walks Kevin Durst 4/25/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 4/25/25

A Former Major Caravan Center Of Trans-Sahara Trade - Rissani, Morocco

Rissani, Morocco, was once a vital stop on the trade route connecting sub-Saharan Africa to Northern Africa and served as a gateway to the vast desert dunes.

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Colorful Homes On Cobblestone Streets - Old Town Alexandria VA
Cute Downtowns Kevin Durst 4/18/25 Cute Downtowns Kevin Durst 4/18/25

Colorful Homes On Cobblestone Streets - Old Town Alexandria VA

A nationally designated historic district, Old Town Alexandria, is best experienced on foot. Century-old architecture, red brick sidewalks, and cobblestone streets gives this area quaint character and charm.

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Founded In 1891 By A Columbia University Professor Of Botany - New York Botanical Garden
Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 4/18/25 Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 4/18/25

Founded In 1891 By A Columbia University Professor Of Botany - New York Botanical Garden

The history of the Bronx Botanical Gardens does not begin in the Bronx; it actually dates back to 1801 when Columbia University Professor David Hosack established one of America’s first botanical gardens, the Elgin Botanic Garden, on land that today is occupied by Rockefeller Center.

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Preserving & Celebrating Jazz Music - New Orleans Jazz Museum
Museum Kevin Durst 4/18/25 Museum Kevin Durst 4/18/25

Preserving & Celebrating Jazz Music - New Orleans Jazz Museum

The Jazz Museum is housed in the historic Old U.S. Mint, strategically located at the intersection of the French Quarter and the Frenchmen Street live music corridor. The New Orleans Jazz Museum is at the heart of the city’s vibrant music scene.

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A Self-Taught Horticulturalist Gift in Locust Valley, NY - Bailey Arboretum
Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 4/11/25 Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 4/11/25

A Self-Taught Horticulturalist Gift in Locust Valley, NY - Bailey Arboretum

A self-taught horticulturist, experimental scientist, and philanthropist, Bailey purchased his summer retreat between 1911 and 1912 from Joseph R. Clark, a former president of the Board of Aldermen of Brooklyn.

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Preserving & Interpreting History On Eastern Long Island - Cutchogue Village Green
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/11/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/11/25

Preserving & Interpreting History On Eastern Long Island - Cutchogue Village Green

Located on Long Island’s North Fork, Cutchogue is known for its scenic rural landscapes, vineyards, and historic charm. The Village Green itself is a peaceful, picturesque park surrounded by beautiful old buildings and homes.

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