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Best Things to Do in Jefferson City, Missouri: A Family Guide to Missouri’s Capital City
Missouri's Capital city of Jefferson City is filled with unique history, stunning architecture, and incredible outdoor spaces. Here are the best things to do for a day or weekend.
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Grand Rapids, Michigan: The Midwest City You Need to Visit with Your Family
We have visited Michigan more than ten times as a family, yet somehow it took us this long to finally make it to Grand Rapids! After spending several days exploring the city we can definitely say it will not be our last trip. Grand Rapids surprised us with how much there is to do for families, from a massive urban park to one of the cutest zoos we have visited and a downtown bursting with public art and museums. Here…
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Explore History at Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site
While most visitors to St. Louis make a point to visit Gateway Arch National Park, another nearby National Park site often falls under the radar. The Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site is well worth the trip to visit. This site preserves the home where the Union Civil War General and 18th president once lived. Read on to learn all about the best tips to explore history at Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site. Ulysses S. Grant Historic Site History…
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The Best Free Things to do in St. Louis
St. Louis is a great place to live or travel on a budget. Second only to Washington D.C., St. Louis has the most free attractions of any other large city. Many people are blown away that so many of the top attractions around town don’t charge a penny of admission. While some places do have a charge for parking or extra activities, general admission to all of these attractions is completely free. Gateway Arch National Park The Gateway Arch is…
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Best Tips for Visiting Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium
We recently visited the highly rated Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri and it lives up to its acclaim. This 350,000 square foot attraction features over 1.5 miles of exhibits. Pack your walking shoes and get ready for a wildlife adventure to remember! The Wonders of Wildlife Museum and Aquarium first opened in 2001 as a much smaller attraction. It closed for extensive renovations before reopening in 2017. Johnny Morris, the owner and CEO of Bass Pro…
