Category: Travel America
Vibrant and Dynamic: American Culture
Introduction America is a vast country with many different regions and cultures. It’s easy to get caught up in all the differences and miss the commonalities, but if you take the time to look for them, there are some similarities between people that live on opposite coasts. Traveling through America can be exciting, eye-opening and
A Tour Guide To Famous American Locations
Introduction America is the home of some of the world’s most famous landmarks. However, many people don’t get to visit these landmarks due to their location or cost. If you want to learn more about some of America’s most famous attractions and what makes them so special, then this article is for you! The Alamo
The Iconic Landmarks and Historic Places of America
Introduction America is a country that’s as diverse as it is large. There are many iconic landmarks and historic places in America, from the Statue of Liberty to Niagara Falls. These places have defined what makes our country unique today and serve as a source of pride among Americans. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial The Vietnam
Day 5: Art, Culture & Entertainment
Introduction We’ve kept it fun and exciting, but you don’t want to miss out on the great things that America has to offer. This list is by no means comprehensive—it’s just a start! Art museums Art museums are a great way to learn about history, culture, and art. They’re educational, fun and can be free
The Culture of an Unbridgeable Divide – United States
Introduction The culture of an unbridgeable divide is one that is defined by extreme polarization along lines of race, ethnicity, religion and other factors. An example of this can be seen in the United States where people are separated by their political beliefs into two opposing camps who view each other as ‘enemies’. Articulate your
Gettysburg: The Birth Of Resilience
Introduction “The world will little note, nor long remember what we say here, but it can never forget what they did here.” These famous words were spoken by Abraham Lincoln at the dedication of the Gettysburg cemetery. But Gettysburg was not just about a famous speech or one single action. It was part of a
While Touring The United States I Surveyed The Art Scenes of 29 Cities
Introduction To complete my tour of the United States, I decided to survey its art scenes. I visited 29 cities and asked a number of artists if they would answer my questions about their work. Here are some of their responses: Albuquerque Albuquerque, New Mexico is a city that has a thriving arts scene. It
Americans Eat Food Differently Around The U.S. Here’s Why
Introduction Americans have a great love for food, but we don’t always agree on what that food should look like. That’s especially true when it comes to regional favorites. Many of our most iconic dishes—lasagna, hamburgers, fried chicken—all come from specific regions across the country. But while there are some key differences between how people
Meet America’s Einsteins in Art and Music
Introduction The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) has published a list of America’s top artistic minds in all disciplines — from music to theater, dance, the visual and literary arts. In an interview with The Washington Post, NEA Chairman Jane Chu said these creative geniuses were chosen via an anonymous peer-review process that evaluated
19 Things You Might Not Know About American Culture
Introduction The United States of America is the third largest country in the world, and it’s home to approximately 326 million people. Because our population is spread out over such a large area, it can be difficult to know what all Americans share in common. But there are some things that we all share—and these