Sites to See
Published: 8/19/25
Side Trip: Thompson’s Station
Tips for exploring Thompson's Station, Tennessee, a lesser-known Civil War site located not far from Nashville.
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Published: 5/28/25
Three Days in New Bern
New Bern is home to a rich history, incredible restaurants, and family-friendly events. We sketch out an itinerary for a 3-day visit.
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Published: 10/2/24
Profile of a Civil War Traveler
View the results of the Monitor's special reader Civil War travel survey.
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Published: 8/2/24
Three Days in Richmond
A Richmond local maps out a suggested 3-day trip to the historic city.
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Published: 3/18/24
Three Days in Gettysburg
Looking to visit Gettysburg? We had a local resident map out the ideal 3-day trip.
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Published: 8/7/20
Road Trip: Petersburg to Appomattox
Embark on a historical road trip from Petersburg to Appomattox and experience the ultimate Civil War day trip in Central Virginia.
Published: 3/7/20
On the Trail of John Wilkes Booth
Visit sites along the way the of the escape route John Wilkes Booth took from Ford’s Theatre after assassinating Abraham Lincoln.
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Published: 12/1/19
A Visit to Chicago
Interested in visiting Chicago? Two experts on the area offer suggestions for what to see and do in and around the historic city.
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Published: 9/1/19
A Visit to Fredericksburg, Virginia
Planning a visit to Fredericksburg, Virginia? Two experts offer suggestions for what to see and do in and around the historic city.