John Muir's Birthplace in Dunbar, Scotland has been transformed into a fascinating visitor attraction, and this family friendly interpretative centre showcases and explores the work and achievements of this great pioneering conservationist. The building is wheelchair and pushchair accessible and has a disabled toilet, and is available for private events, functions and corporate hospitality, they welcome groups and schools and run events throughout the year. John Muir's Birthplace has temporary and permanent exhibitions and there's a shop with a wide range of books, cards and gifts, come learn about the life of this remarkable man, his adventures and travels all over the globe, read extracts from his journals and find out how you can follow in his footsteps.READ MORE

The Zeilinger Wool Co. in Frankenmuth, Michigan has a history spanning over four generations since 1910, and is a processor of sheep wool, angora goat hair or mohair, rabbit hair, llama, alpaca, dog hair and other exotic animal fibers. They can turn your own fibers into comforters, mattress pads, bed pillows, quilts, batting for felting and crafting, and additional fibers can be processed for spinning, weaving and custom yarns. Their handicrafts by talented staff can be viewed in their retail shop and they also sell wool-filled comforters, mattress pads, pillows, quilts, bedding accessories, rovings, yarns, socks and sheep related crafts. The Zeilinger Wool Co. has an on-line store too, so nobody need miss out, and even have used wool machinery for sale, plus there's a wholesale section, truly something for everyone.READ MORE

The Frankenmuth Historical Association in Frankenmuth, Michigan offers a historical museum dedicated to preserving, communicating and celebrating the heritage of Frankenmuth and with over 7 galleries and thousands of artifacts and documents is a fascinating place to visit. The unique gift shop at the museum has locally crafted and European goods, plus there's an education department dedicated to presenting their story. The Frankenmuth Historical Association also operates the historic Fischer Hall which was built in the 1890's attached to the museum, and is available for concerts, parties and local civic events, plus there's the Nickless-Hubinger flour mill with retail establishments, and an authentic Wolkensdoerfer log house on the outskirts of town. Come for a walk back in time and revel in the history and evolution of the community, self guided and guided tours are available.READ MORE

The Kowloon Walled City Park is one of the oldest and most significant historic sites in the territory, used by imperial officials in the 15th century and later fortified in 1668. Around 1810, a small fort was added and later a wall garrison city was constructed to shore up maritime defences of China, following the British occupation of Hong Kong Island, and massive stone walls with six watchtowers and four gates enclosed the area. The Kowloon Walled City Park went through a fascinating history through the war, after which high rise tenements mushroomed on the site, and the walled city became a haven for drug dealers, criminal hide-outs, vice dens and even cheap, unlicensed dentists. The decision was taken by the Chinese authorities to build the area into a park, and during clearing many relics were unearthed and incorporate into the design or preserved as exhibits. Today the Kowloon Walled City Park covers 31,000 square metres, and is divided into 8 scenic zones.READ MORE

The Racine Heritage Museum in Racine, Wisconsin has an extensive range of artifacts, home to over 200,000 and an archival collection documenting the area's economic and cultural history. Exhibits highlight some of the popular inventions produced in southeastern Wisconsin like food mixers, military tanks, floor polish, Horlick's malted milk and more, and you can uncover Racine County’s Underground Railroad: secret hiding places and narrow escapes of abolitionist activity during the years leading to the Civil War. The Racine County Sports Hall of Fame included artifacts, videos and photographic content of the athletic excellence and sportsmanship of the sports hero's from Racine County. The Racine Heritage Museum has a museum shop and gift store, student and adult programs and even has a ca. 300 BCE Egyptian mummy, their oldest artifact, come for a fascinating journey into the stories of the diverse people and their culture from yesteryear.READ MORE

Kingsville Historical Park in Kingsville, Ontario is a military museum pertaining to the sacrifices of the men and women in the military, and provides information for future generations, including the contributions of early settlers and native Canadians. Home of the restored late 1800 rangelight and the Charlie Campbell Museum, here visitors can view the artifacts and information of the Essex County residents from 1861 to the present. The Kingsville Historical Park research Library contains numerous volumes of donated Research material available upon request, and the exhibits cover collections regarding the United Empire Loyalists and artifacts and information on the People of Essex County. READ MORE

Tecumseh Historical Museum showcases an inventory and artifacts of medical supplies from Col. Paul Poisson whos was Tecumseh's first mayor, and the town has a rich French history dating back to the early settlers. Other items include antique photographs of the old centre of the town, memorabilia from the Tecumseh Baseball Club, even and old Doherty pump organ and telephone switchboard from a hospital. See the Essex Scottish army uniform from back in the day, bottles from the town's past breweries, portraits and so much more. Tecumseh Historical Museum offers class visits and is open to the public most Saturdays, while special visits in the week can be arranged, come for a fascinating walk back to the good old days.READ MORE

The History Place in Morehead City, North Carolina, promotes the history and culture of the people of Cateret County, and related areas and the 12,000 square foot facility houses museums, exhibits, a gallery with displays, research library, conference classroom, an auditorium banquet hall, museum store and offices. The Infusion Cafe steeped in history is a proper tearoom located inside the museum and share their knowledge of the teas and coffees they carry with over 100 world infusions and numerous freshly roasted single origin coffees, they also serve lunch, and host exciting dinner theatre every third Saturday. The History Place houses interesting and extensive collections including textiles, period clothing, furniture, military memorabilia, glassware and artwork, and the library houses more than 10,000 books and publications and photo files documenting the history. The History Place can be reserved for weddings, receptions and other special events and occasions, and they offer special guided tours to schools for free, they welcome donations and entrance is free to the public.READ MORE

The Shelburne Museum in Shelburne, is located in Vermont’s scenic Lake Champlain Valley, and is an unconventional, diverse and fascinating place to visit with over 150,000 works exhibited over 38 exhibition buildings, 25 of which are historic from the 18th- and 19th-century. This village like setting of historic New England architecture with stunning landscape boasting lilacs, a circular formal garden, herb and heirloom vegetable gardens and perennial gardens, is a delight to visit all round. The Shelburne Museum boasts 4 centuries of art and material culture, collections, educational programs, special events and exhibitions, workshops and activities, as well as Impressionist paintings, folk art, quilts and textiles, decorative arts, furniture, American paintings and 17th to 20th century artifacts. There's a museum shop and cafe with indoor and outdoor dining, and they have stunning facility rentals and gardens ideal for functions, weddings, corporate retreats and so much more.READ MORE

The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site in Shelburne, Nova Scotia, Canada is unique and was one of the largest free black settlements in the 1780's where people voted for their freedom with their feet. Enjoy a guided tour, explore the amazing archaeology and excavated artifacts, climb the Shaw Turret overlooking Birchtown Bay, visit the centre's Lindsay Gallery for a multimedia presentation on the Black Loyalist journey from Africa to the US and on to Nova Scotia, plus there's a virtual copy of Carlton's Book of Negroes and more. The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre and Historical Site offers exhibits and historical buildings, movies, the National Historic Monument, visit the pit house and explore the heritage trail, you can even bring a picnic, or search for your ancestral roots, the possibilities are endless, it's a fascinating history that awaits. READ MORE