I spent a day exploring Edinburgh in the footsteps of Sir Walter Scott. I visited the Scott Monument and Writers’ Museum.
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The Josiah Henson Museum and the Real Uncle Tom?
Was Josiah Henson the real Uncle Tom? The Josiah Henson Museum tells the life story of Henson and the surprising truth behind Stowe’s novel.
Chawton: Jane Austen’s Happy Place
Visit the Jane Austen’s House Museum in Chawton where Jane lived with her sister and mother on her brother’s property. Then walk to the Chawton House Library to trace Jane’s path to her brother’s inherited home. Take tea at Cassandra’s Cup and stay in the Chawton Garden House Airbnb.
Step into the 1800s in Charles Dickens’ First London Home
How closely did author Charles Dickens base his character David Copperfield on his own life? Find out, visit Charles Dickens’ first London home.
Preservation of a Bibliophile’s Retreat
Have you ever thought about what goes into the preservation of the historic author museums we all love to visit? Let me tell you, so much more goes on behind the scenes than you’ll ever realize during your visit.
Rain, Rain Go Away, or We’ll Visit More of Amsterdam’s Museums Today
Now I know what you’re thinking. “You went to more museums?? Hadn’t you exhausted all the museums in Amsterdam by now?” Well, no. There’s always more. But bear with me.
Two Synagogues, Both Alike in Dignity in Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter
This is part 4 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. There is a joke in Jewish circles… A Jew has been stranded on a desert island for years. When rescuers eventually arrive they see the man has built two…
Contemplate the Fragility of Life for Free at Amsterdam’s Art Museums
This is part 3 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. I have to admit, that I’m actually not a fan of Van Gogh’s work, but when in Amsterdam and you have the opportunity to see the original works of…
Museum Hopping in Holland, Part 2: What are Amsterdam Canal Houses Hiding?
This is part 2 in Museum Hopping in Holland. Read Part 1 to find out how to save on museum entrance fees with the Museum Card. Dutch houses are famous for having large windows at street level, possibly to show that the family had nothing to hide. With your Museum Card, you’ll be able to…
How to Save on 5 Days of Museum Hopping in Holland, Part 1: Delft
Judging from all the blog posts I read before my trip, Amsterdam’s biggest tourist draw seems to be its Red Light District and its several not exactly legal “coffee” shops. What I didn’t learn is that Amsterdam is actually FULL of museums. So if you’re up for some history and culture, stick with me. This…