Historic Times and Places

Travel America's Byways® and discover the story of America's past. Find evidence of indigenous civilizations and follow the trails forged by the early settlers.

Issaqueena Falls (SC)

History on the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway
Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway - (South Carolina)

From sparkling, clear lakes and streams to rolling green hills covered in lush vegetation, the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway offers a breathtaking sense of the South’s natural beauty. Known by the Cherokee as the “Great Blue Hills of God,” it’s not hard to see why these are the hills...

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June 27, 2008 -Woodward Launches Free Audio Tour

The public can now discover the hidden history of Woodward Avenue in Detroit with the Woodward Avenue Auto Heritage Trail. Narrated by Devin Scillian of Channel 4, it gives a detailed history of 70 places along Woodward.

June 26, 2008 -Grand Opening on the Ohio and Erie Canalway

On Sunday, June 29th, take the Ohio and Erie Canalway to Perry, OH, where the new Canalway Center Exhibit Hall will be unveiled.

June 20, 2008 -Heritage Festival This Weekend on the Midland Trail

Come to Ansted, WV, this weekend to join the Midland Trail town in celebrating its 7th annual Heritage Festival.

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