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After traveling all over the United States and going to more Visitor Centers than we can remember, we wanted to create a website where we could share thousands of photo images from all over the world. We also are making this site available for your posting of your personal photo images of your travels, too. If you would like to submit your images to The Visitor Center, organize them into separate folders named according to the place that is displayed in your images. Keep different places in separate folders. We need the State and the name of the place that you visited and any other pertinent information that you can provide. We will need you to copy your images to CD or DVD and then to send it to us. For mailing information and email contact, please click here. To prevent copying and reusing of our images without permission, we will be imprinting each image with our domain name.
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Aztalan, Wisconsin Indian Fort
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Aztalan is one of the most important archeological sites in Wisconsin, representing a complex life-style rarely found in the Great Lakes region: a unique blend of native and exotic cultures. Information about the site was first published in 1836, and since then the ruins have attracted considerable public and scientific interest. Archeological excavations continue to uncover valuable information about Aztalan's daily life. |
| Fort Frederick A Witness To War: Built by the Maryland colony in 1756 during the French and Indian War, Fort Frederick’s stone walls surrounded three large buildings. |
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| Fort McHenry, Maryland Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine. The Star Spangled Banner was composed offshore by Francis Scott Key while the British were bombarding the fort. |
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Fort Ligonier Pennsylvania 200 S Market St Ligonier, PA 15658 (724) 238-9701 Fort Ligonier was built in September 1758 and was first called Loyalhanna. British General John Forbes needed a staging area and supply depot for his planned attack on the French at Fort Duquesne and this site was only about 50 miles from Fort Duquesne. |
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Here at Fort Necessity National Battlefield, July 3rd 1754, Lieutenant colonel George Washington fought his first battle which marked the beginning of the French and Indian War in America and started the Seven Years War in Europe. "A cannon shot fired in the woods of America." Said Voltaire, "Was the signal that set all Europe in a blaze." |
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| Fort Washington Park is the site of the first permanent fort constructed between 1814-1824 to guard the Potomac River approach to our Nation's Capital. Today, the park offers many Recreational opportunities and programs. Explore the historic sites and enjoy the natural areas of this 341-acre reserve. | |
Antietam National Battlefield |
The Battle of Antietam was named after Antietam Creek. It is also known, in the South, as the Battle of Sharpsburg because it was fought near Sharpsburg, Maryland. The battle was fought on September 17th, 1862. The Battle of Antietam was the first major Civil War Battle to take place on northern land. There were about 23,000 casualties. |
General Braddock's Grave / Road On July 13, the British camped near here and Braddock died that night. He was buried under the road, in an unmarked grave to keep it from being disturbed by Indians. |
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In 1860 Harpers Ferry was a thriving industrial community, by 1861 it was a prize of war. Virginia seceded from the Union on April 17, 1861. within twenty four hours retreating federal troops had torched the U.S. Armory and southern forces had taken control of the town. Confederate General “Stonewall” Jackson surrounded the town in September of 1862. |
Aztalan Museum, Wisconsin Corner of Hwy B and Hwy Q (2miles east of Lake Mills) Jefferson, WI 53549 May 15th to September 30: 12pm to 4pm, Thursday to Sunday |
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| Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum The National Air and Space Museum (NASM) Smithsonian Institution is a museum in Washington, D.C., United States, and is the most popular of the Smithsonian museums. It maintains the largest collection of aircraft and spacecraft in the world. It is also a vital center for research into the history, science, and technology of aviation and spaceflight, as well as planetary science and terrestrial geology and geophysics. Almost all space and aircraft on display are originals or backup crafts to the originals. |
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Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building The builiding is closed in preparation for renovation 900 Jefferson Drive, SW Washington, D.C. |
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Smithsonian Castle The Smithsonian castle in Washington, D.C., is open every day of the year except December 25. Open from 8:30am-5:30pm. Summer hours are determined annually. See www.alerts.si.edu for museum closings due to inclement weather. Admission is Free! |
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Smithsonian Museum of Natural History |
Smithsonian Museum of Natural History |
| Smithsonian Hirschhorn Museum The museum is open daily from 10 am to 5:30 pm (closed December 25) and is located at Independence Avenue and Seventh Street SW; admission is free. |
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Freer Gallery of Art & Arthur M. Sackler Galleries
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Freer Gallery of Art & Arthur M. Sackler Galleries |
| Decatur House Museum Decatur House is located one block north of the White House on Lafayette Square, on the corner of H Street and Jackson Place. The museum entrance is located at 1610 H Street, NW. |
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| National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum The National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian American Art Museum are two museums that tell America's stories through art, history and biography—share a newly renovated National Historic Landmark building in downtown Washington D.C. The Donald W. Reynolds Center for American Art and Portraiture, named in honor of a generous gift from the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation, includes the two museums and their special-purpose facilities. |
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Celebrations |
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Aztalan Days 2008  |
The first Sunday of every July is when Aztalan Days is held. The old school is open for the public to tour. There are demonstrations of pioneer skills such as weaving, spinning, quilting. The celebration takes place just a few hundred yards from the Aztalan State Park on the school grounds and across the road from the Aztalan Museum. |
Lincoln's Cottage Location: President Lincoln's Cottage is located on the Armed Forces Retirement Home (AFRH) campus in northwest Washington, D.C. Entrance: Eagle Gate is at the intersection of Rock Creek Church Road NW and Upshur Street NW, 20011. This is the only open gate. There is no official street address. GPS users: Enter "140 Rock Creek Church Road NW, Washington, D.C. 20011" to map the approximate location of Eagle Gate entrance. Free parking on the grounds. There will be a guardhouse gate to drive through and then turn to your left. |
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| The National Cathedral, Washington D.C. Officially named the Cathedral Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, had its beginnings in 1893 when Congress granted a charter creating the Protestant Episcopal Cathedral Foundation. 3101 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20012 202-537-6200 www.nationalcathdral.com |
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| The National Mall, Washington D.C. The National Mall is an open-area national park in downtown Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. Officially termed by the National Park Service the "National Mall & Memorial Parks." |
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| Rosslyn Station, Washington Metro Service at Rosslyn Station began on Service began on July 1, 1977. Rosslyn has an incredible escalator that is 205 feet 8 inches long. Despite the height, people are rushing up and down the moving stairs like it was standing still. |
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Gadsby's Tavern  |
Gadsby's Tavern Alexandria Virginia Gadsby's Tavern Museum is made up of two buildings, the 1770 City Tavern and the 1792 City Hotel. Gadsby's Tavern was successful due to its location along the main stage route between Boston and Williamsburg. It was the social and political center for many years. |
Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia
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Christ Church, Alexandria, Virginia 118 North Washington St. Both George Washington and Robert E. Lee were members of this historic church. In 1942, President and Ms. Roosevelt, along with Winston Churchill, declared the first National Day of Prayer here. |
Old Town Alexandria Virginia  |
Old Town Alexandria Virginia AAA says you can tour Alexandria in 2-3 hours but we would recommend at least one whole day or two, if you can. We spent the whole day here and still missed a lot of things. Don't go on a Sunday or Monday unless you check ahead of time because the hours are shortert for many attractions. The tourist attractions close up around 5 pm on the norma days. |
Stabler Leadbetter Apothecary Museum, Alexandria, Virginia |
Stabler Leadbetter Apothecary Museum, Alexandria, Virginia 105-107 South Fairfax Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 Open Tues - Sat. 10am to 5pm. Sun - Mon 1pm - 5pm. Last tour at 4:45pm. This is a very interesting building. Don't miss it. |
">Lee Fendall House, Alexandria, Virginia  |
Lee Fendall House, Alexandria, Virginia Generations of the Lee family lived in this house. 614 Oronoco Street Museum Hours Tue - Sat 10am - 4pm Sundey -Monday 1pm - 4pm Wed 10-1 group tours Last tour 3pm |
Robert E. Lee Boyhood Home, Alexandria, Virginia |
Robert E. Lee Boyhood Home, Alexandria, Virginia 607 Oronoco Street From 1967-2000 this house was open to the public but now this is a private residence and not open for tours. |
The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum |
The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 The Lyceum is located in Old Town Alexandria, near many shops, restaurants, and other museums and historic sites. Alexandria is half-way between Washington, D.C. and Mount Vernon. |
Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria, Virginia |
Torpedo Factory Art Center, Alexandria, Virginia 105 North Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 Walk through three floors of open studios and galleries to observe artists and buy original artwork. A former torpedo factory, this world-renowned art center is located on the waterfront of the Potamac River. |
Woodrow Wilson Plaza |
Woodrow Wilson Plaza, Washington D.C. 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC The Federal Triangle Metro (blue and orange lines) stops at the building. This is the closest Metro stop if you are going to the White House. No cameras, purses or virtually anything other than a wallet are allowed for White House Tours. You can walk over to the Museum of Natural History and they have storage lockers for only 25 cents. Leave your stuff there and do your tour of the White house and then get your stuff afterwards. Storage Lockers: Washington DC |
| Lafayette Square, Washington D.C. Lafayette Square is located directly across Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House. The seven-acre public park is located directly north of the White House on H Street between 15th and 17th Streets, NW. The Square and the surrounding structures were designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1970. |
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| Stonehenge Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument located in the English county of Wiltshire | |
Eiffel Tower |
Eiffel Tower The Eiffel Tower is an iron tower built on the Champ de Mars beside the Seine River in Paris. The tower has become a global icon of France and is one of the most recognizable structures in the world. |
St. John's Church |
St. John's Church, Washington D.C. St. John's Church is located at 16th and H Sts., NW at Lafayette Square in Washington, DC Every Sunday after the 11:00 am service, there is a guided tour of St. John's. The church is available for public visitation from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm everyday. Metro stop: McPherson Square |
St. Patrick's Church, Washington D.C. |
St. Patrick's Church, Washington D.C. 619 10th St NW Washington, DC 20001 (202) 347-2713 |
The White House, Washington D.C. |
The White House, Washington D.C. Public tours of the White House are available for groups of 10 or more people. Requests must be submitted through one's Member of Congress and are accepted up to six months in advance. These self-guided tours are available from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Tuesday through Saturday (excluding federal holidays). Tour hours will be extended when possible based on the official White House schedule. Tours are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis. Get off the Metro at the Federal Triangle. This is the closest Metro stop if you are going to the White House. No cameras, purses or virtually anything other than a wallet are allowed for White House Tours. You can walk over to the Museum of Natural History and they have storage lockers for only 25 cents. Leave your things there and do your tour of the White house and then get your things afterwards. Storage Lockers: Washington DC |
Pebble Beach, The White House, Washington D.C. |
Pebble Beach, The White House, Washington D.C. Pebble Beach is the nickname for the White House North Lawn area that was covered with gravel, where television correspondents do their stand-up shots with the White House in the background |
| George Washington, while road building, reached this spot and decided the road could not go through here because of the rough water. | |
| Farragut Park, Washington D.C. David Glasgow Farragut (July 5, 1801 – August 14, 1870) was a flag officer of the United States Navy during the American Civil War. He was the first rear admiral, vice admiral, and admiral of the Navy. He is remembered in popular culture for his order at the Battle of Mobile Bay, usually paraphrased: "Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!" |
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