Oregon Trail Diaries / Would You Have Taken One Family’s Trek Across America?

In the year 1849, would you have taken one family’s trek across North America? The chances are that you could have embarked on the journey, but the real question is “would you have?”. Learning about the trip from Oregon Trail diaries and narratives will help you decide. Hearing about the sacrifices and ordeals of such …

Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill Cody

The story about the great Lakota Sioux Chief Sitting Bull and William “Buffalo Bill” Cody were two life stories as dissimilar as can be imagined while at the same time had some interesting traits in common. There was probably no other Indian leader who resisted the United States takeover of Sioux native lands as much …

The Palace of the Governors / Santa Fe New Mexico

The Palace of the Governors has always been a highlight of Santa Fe tourism, and for a good reason. It is one of the most unique structures in the United States. Located directly on the Santa Fe plaza, this historic site is in easy walking distance from many Santa Fe hotels. The Palace of the …