Johnstown, Pennsylvania

A statue called Morley’s Dog has long been a beloved icon in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, even before a devastating flood destroyed the city in 1889. Today, in addition to the original statue, there are decorated replicas placed around the city. Imagine making such a fuss over a fake dog!

Mineral Point, Pennsylvania

Completed in 1833, the Staple Bend Tunnel is the oldest railroad tunnel in the US. We had to hike for a couple of miles to get there, but we can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel, 901 feet away!

Corning, New York

At the Corning Museum of Glass, I have this strong urge to take one down and pass it around...

Hammondsport, New York

Helping to restore a 1905 Fairbanks-Grant Launch at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum!

Canton, Ohio

The McKinley Presidential Library is modest, but the adjacent McKinley National Memorial, the final resting place of the 25th president, is enormous.

Dayton, Ohio

In 1905 in Dayton, Ohio, the Wright Brothers flew this Wright Flyer III for a historic sustained and controlled flight lasting 39 minutes and 23 seconds. This reconstruction with 68% original parts is displayed at Carillon Historical Park.

Seymour, Indiana

Had myself a ball in a small town!

Saint Louis, Missouri

View of St. Louis from the top of the Arch

St. Louis, Missouri

I was told that St. Louis has the world's largest chess piece, so I had to check, mate!

St. Louis, Missouri

Just in case spring colors aren't enough for you, the Missouri Botanical Garden has "planted" Chihuly glass sculptures throughout the garden!

Columbia, Missouri

Getting nuzzled by new friend Bess, a member of the iconic Mule Team at the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine.

Kansas City, Missouri

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is issuing a new one hundred dollar bill!

Kansas City, Missouri

View of Kansas City from the World War I Liberty Memorial Tower