Historic Sites & Homes

History is everywhere and oh so fascinating.

Nature & Hiking

Jul 23, 2026

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2 min read

A Hidden Garden Overlooking the Hudson

Come along as we wander through a beautiful garden tucked behind a historic mansion.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

The Mysterious (and Grand) House Across the Hudson

Jul 16, 2026

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4 min read

The Mysterious (and Grand) House Across the Hudson

I admire it from across the river often. Stepping inside, I discovered a home that's as much a work of art as the paintings inside it.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

A Bell From 1776...and a Field of Summer Lilies

Jul 9, 2026

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3 min read

A Bell From 1776...and a Field of Summer Lilies

One unforgettable church service on Fourth of July and one beautiful hidden park. Two reasons to explore New York this July.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Why Thousands Once Came to Saratoga to "Take the Cure"

Jul 2, 2026

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3 min read

Why Thousands Once Came to Saratoga to "Take the Cure"

Before antibiotics, doctors prescribed mineral baths. We explored the springs—and discovered the fascinating history behind them.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

The Miracle Man of Montréal and the Church He Built

Jun 25, 2026

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4 min read

The Miracle Man of Montréal and the Church He Built

Sweeping city views, candlelit chapels, and the remarkable story behind Saint Joseph's Oratory

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

From World's Fair Wonder to Environmental Museum

Jun 18, 2026

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3 min read

From World's Fair Wonder to Environmental Museum

Exploring Montréal's iconic Biosphère, the legacy of Expo 67, and the art-filled paths of Parc Jean-Drapeau.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Exploring a Cherokee Homestead in the Blue Ridge Mountains

May 28, 2026

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2 min read

Exploring a Cherokee Homestead in the Blue Ridge Mountains

A fascinating stop in Hayesville, NC that offered a glimpse into Cherokee daily life.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Check Out This Appalachian Village Hidden in the Georgia Mountains

May 21, 2026

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2 min read

Check Out This Appalachian Village Hidden in the Georgia Mountains

Historic cabins, blacksmith shops, and the fascinating story behind Foxfire.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

A Hidden Art & Garden Gem in Jacksonville, Florida

May 14, 2026

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3 min read

A Hidden Art & Garden Gem in Jacksonville, Florida

From 1390s paintings to Italian gardens along the St. Johns River.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

If You Only Have One Day in Berlin, Do This

May 7, 2026

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4 min read

If You Only Have One Day in Berlin, Do This

A walkable route through history, hidden spaces, and unforgettable views.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

United Kingdom

A Pint, a Story, and 2,000 Years of History

Apr 23, 2026

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7 min read

A Pint, a Story, and 2,000 Years of History

Inside London’s oldest streets—from pubs to the Tower

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

United Kingdom

Apr 16, 2026

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6 min read

Our First Taste of London

From a hidden chapel to the London Eye—our first discoveries

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

A Historic Home of Two Sisters Who Changed Melbourne’s History

Mar 5, 2026

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7 min read

A Historic Home of Two Sisters Who Changed Melbourne’s History

Oil, insurance, and a legacy that still stands today.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

Feb 26, 2026

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7 min read

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

A historic Queen Anne house plus a new cozy spot in downtown Melbourne, Florida.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

Feb 12, 2026

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9 min read

Following the Manatees to Blue Spring

Hundreds of manatees, one historic house, and a perfect Florida day

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Treasure Hunting on Florida’s Coast (No Metal Detector Required)

Feb 5, 2026

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9 min read

Treasure Hunting on Florida’s Coast (No Metal Detector Required)

Shipwrecks, Spanish gold, and two small museums that bring it all to life.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Oranges, Groves & a Slice of Old Florida in Vero Beach

Jan 29, 2026

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9 min read

Oranges, Groves & a Slice of Old Florida in Vero Beach

A working orange grove, a tiny museum, and a taste of Old Florida 🍊

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Nature & Hiking

North Merritt Island: A Historic Cabin, a Conservation Area, and an Unexpected Find

Jan 15, 2026

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8 min read

North Merritt Island: A Historic Cabin, a Conservation Area, and an Unexpected Find

Exploring the Sams Homestead and Pine Island Conservation Area

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

Jan 8, 2026

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10 min read

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

A ferry ride, memorable meals, and an eye-opening plantation visit.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

Discovering a Small Georgia Town with a Big History

Jan 1, 2026

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13 min read

Discovering a Small Georgia Town with a Big History

A final Northern Georgia journey through Sautee Nacoochee and its complicated past.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

A Lovely Detour: Covered Bridges of Northern Georgia

Dec 25, 2025

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8 min read

A Lovely Detour: Covered Bridges of Northern Georgia

Two covered bridges, one quiet park, and a little mountain history.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

Nov 27, 2025

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9 min read

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

Snowy strolls, shared meals, and a chapel that tells Montréal’s earliest stories.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

Nov 20, 2025

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8 min read

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

The surprising history behind New York’s most ambitious waterway.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Travel & Road Trips

History in the Woods: W.E.B. Du Bois’s Great Barrington Roots

Nov 6, 2025

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7 min read

History in the Woods: W.E.B. Du Bois’s Great Barrington Roots

A visit to the Great Barrington homesite that tells the story of his remarkable journey.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

New York, US

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

Oct 23, 2025

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8 min read

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

A journey through 17th-century Dutch heritage, Revolutionary roots, and Hudson Valley charm.

Kathleen McQuaid Holdridge

Historic Sites & Homes

A Hidden Garden Overlooking the Hudson

The Mysterious (and Grand) House Across the Hudson

A Bell From 1776...and a Field of Summer Lilies

Why Thousands Once Came to Saratoga to "Take the Cure"

The Miracle Man of Montréal and the Church He Built

From World's Fair Wonder to Environmental Museum

Exploring a Cherokee Homestead in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Check Out This Appalachian Village Hidden in the Georgia Mountains

A Hidden Art & Garden Gem in Jacksonville, Florida

If You Only Have One Day in Berlin, Do This

A Pint, a Story, and 2,000 Years of History

Our First Taste of London

A Historic Home of Two Sisters Who Changed Melbourne’s History

Hidden Spots for Afternoon Tea on the Space Coast

Following the Manatees to Blue Spring

Treasure Hunting on Florida’s Coast (No Metal Detector Required)

Oranges, Groves & a Slice of Old Florida in Vero Beach

North Merritt Island: A Historic Cabin, a Conservation Area, and an Unexpected Find

Ft. George Island: A Beautiful Place with a Difficult History

Discovering a Small Georgia Town with a Big History

A Lovely Detour: Covered Bridges of Northern Georgia

November in Montréal: From Hochelaga to a Historic Chapel Tower

A Walk Along the Erie Canal: Inspired by the Seneca Chief

History in the Woods: W.E.B. Du Bois’s Great Barrington Roots

Touring the Oldest House in Upstate New York: The Bronck Houses of Coxsackie

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