Our last full day in the DC area was pouring rain. We were tired after 2.5 weeks of going non-stop. However, I knew we couldn’t stay home all day or the kids would get bored and fight with each other.... Continue reading →

After Monocacy and Harper’s Ferry, we went to Antietam. Unfortunately, the kids were getting tired by this time, so we didn’t spend that much time there. I would have liked to stay longer, but such as life. Just means we... Continue reading →

The first time I went to Harper’s Ferry, I didn’t realize the historical significance of it. Have you heard of Harper’s Ferry? If not, you should do some research before visiting this beautiful place! Harper’s Ferry was important during the Civil... Continue reading →

On the way to Harper’s Ferry, we stopped by Monocacy – “The Battle that saved Washington.” This battlefield is not far from DC, near Fredrick, Md. It is a nice little battlefield to visit. I didn’t know much about it... Continue reading →

When most people think about visiting Philadelphia, they think of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Well, and cheesesteaks of course – no visit is complete without a Cheesesteak. First, you need to stop by the Visitor’s Center to get... Continue reading →

I think I’ve mentioned how much I love the Junior Ranger Program? I learn so much about each of the places we are visiting while doing them with my kids (And one of my degrees is in History!). We learned... Continue reading →

One place we go almost every trip to DC is Gettysburg. It is only about an hour from my parents home, so it is a quick visit. Plus, you mainly just drive around, so it is a nice break for... Continue reading →