The Most Haunted City in Illinois…The North Alton Confederate Cemetery
Upon first arriving at this place, I was perplexed. I didn’t see one headstone, only a large stone spire that set up on top of a hill. Surrounded by gates, […]
The Most Haunted City in Illinois…The Alton Cemetery
Of course a haunted town has to have haunted cemeteries right? Well they have several! First I headed to Alton Cemetery, located on Monument Avenue. The big deal here is […]
Finding the World’s First Nuclear Reactor
On my travels during Covid times, I have had to get creative. The bigger stuff isn’t open right now, so it’s about finding the stuff that maybe doesn’t make a […]
The City of Lincoln in Illinois
Perusing the countryside of Illinois, I was in search of the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln. There’s so much rich history here, and it’s been really fun to learn […]
Who are the People in your Neighborhood? A Look at Abe’s Home and Community!
They say you are, who you are, by the company that you keep. Abraham Lincoln knew this as he surrounded himself with amazing neighbors who would help his family as […]
Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site
My absolute favorite part of any road trip is the unexpected. I am headed in one direction, plans on the brain, and then BAM, something presents itself that could be […]
“Now He Belongs to the Ages”….Abraham Lincolns Final Resting Place
I love history, and I love cemeteries. Not sure when and how both came to be a part of my life, but they are both here to stay. I have […]
The Relocated Tourist 