September is the perfect season for a history-filled fall road trip. Starting and ending in Detroit, my friend Lisa and I spent 2.5 days driving through four states – Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania – connecting six fascinating but lesser-known National Park Service sites. From the stories of First Ladies to aviation history, this … Continue reading
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Exploring Hopewell Culture National Historical Park: Ancient Mounds in Southern Ohio
Visiting Hopewell Culture National Historical Park in southern Ohio feels like stepping back 2,000 years. The monumental mounds and geometric earthworks preserved here are unlike anything else on earth. This remarkable place was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023. Located near Chillicothe, Hopewell Culture preserves six ancient ceremonial sites. Nowhere else in … Continue reading

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