Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park in Leland, Michigan, USA is now open to the public as a museum and was previously the home of Governor Leland Stanford way back in the 1860's and 1870's. Your tour of the splendor and elegance of the Victorian era, showcases exquisitely carved gilded mirrors, 17-foot ceilings, beautifully restored woodwork, elegant 19th century crystal and bronze light fixtures, recreations of draperies and carpeting from the 1870's and 19th century gardens. Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park also offers daily tours and is listed as a National Historic Landmark, the property also serves the citizens of California as the state’s official reception center for leaders from around the world.READ MORE

The SONO Switch Tower Museum in Norwalk, Connecticut, is a unique, yet interesting museum that expands on the important part played by the towers that railroads used to control vital areas of track to prevent train crashes. These switch towers also contained the mechanism that was used to allow trains to change from one track to another. These important jobs of operating the mechanisms were managed by a tower operator who would throw levers connected to the tracks, and in so doing would change the direction of the track. Admission to the The SONO Switch Tower Museum is free, however donations are welcome, and visitors can spend an interesting, fun and enjoyable time learning about the history of the railroad switch tower. READ MORE

Hope Cottage Museum in Kingscote, South Australia originally built in 1859 is the restored home of Charles and Michael Calnan and showcases period furniture, china, clothing and artefacts. Come view a fascinating insight into the history and heritage of Kangaroo Island complete with re-created Willoughby Lighthouse. Hope Cottage Museum has an excellent display of tractors and machinery, an extensive pictorial history and model display of sea and air travel to the island, a communication room with telephones, typewriters, switchboards and more, an old laundry, a blacksmith shop and shearing shed, a Masonic Lodge Room, a 1950's style garage and so much more, a must see attraction.READ MORE

The War Shelter of Platanias was constructed by German troops in 1942 has an underground complex of booths and tunnels that used to store ammunition and military material during World War II. This historic site is built on a Platanias hill as a natural protection to air bombings and strategic location for controlling both land and sea. The War Shelter of Platanias is today a small World War 11 Museum in memory of the battle of Crete, come learn the history and stories behind the war and days of old, it's a fascinating experience.READ MORE

The Stephen Leacock Museum in Orillia, Ontario is a national historic site overlooking the shores of Lake Couchiching, and the museum is located in Leacock House at Old Brewery Bay. They are the perfect venue for weddings and corporate functions in the gardens with breathtaking views and backdrops, and the grounds and Swanmore Hall are also available. The Stephen Leacock Museum welcomes visitors to come tour Leacock House and enjoy the artworks, the children's discovery place, the writing Studio/Boathouse on the Bay and more, there are also fascinating exhibits to be viewed, a summer academy, and the Leacock Cafe is Orillia’s Favourite Lakeside Restaurant, they also have a gift and book shop with works by and about Stephen Leacock, mementos and more, come visit.READ MORE

The Orillia Museum of Art and History in Orillia, Ontario is a hub of culture and heritage for local artists, historians, visitors and the community in the heart of Orillia’s Peter Street Arts District. Come learn about the vibrant history of Orillia and the area, view the collection of more than 10 000 donated artifacts, including objects, archival documents, photographs and works of art, they also welcome teachers to explore their educational programming, and visitors looking to do research. The Orillia Museum of Art and History also showcases exhibitions and programs, and the museum shop offers handcrafted items from local and Canadian artisans, books, glass, silver, pottery items and other beautiful treasures.READ MORE

The OPP Museum in Orillia, Ontario is open year round with free admission, and their basic responsibilities are to preserve, document and interpret artifacts and archival materials to build an understanding of policing in Ontario dating all the way back to 1791. By preserving and celebrating the heritage of the Ontario Provincial Police visitors can view fascinating permanent and temporary collections as well as travelling exhibitions, they also have vintage vehicles and more. The OPP Museum also has on-line features with objects that are not currently on display, and they have a time capsule project, come visit, you'll be amazed.READ MORE

South Wales Miners Museum in Cynonville, Port Talbot, Wales offers a historical journey back in time into the working life of a miner, complete with replica miner's tunnel, photographs and artifacts from days of old. There's a dark room to explore showing true underground conditions, as well as an authentic Blacksmith shop, Lamp room and antique Engine house. The South Wales Miners Museum was the first mining museum in Wales and is family friendly although does depict the hardship children and adult miners had to endure, and audio guides are available free of charge, and educational sessions are offered throughout the year. The museum shop has a wonderful array of mining books and DVD's, CD's, lamps, coal figures, magnets and keyrings, so stop by there too, a fascinating visit and insight into mining days of yesteryear awaits.READ MORE

Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh in Brecon, Wales, was opened in 1935 and houses an outstanding collection of military artefacts that depict details of great British History events. The Regimental Museum of the Royal Welsh also displays archive material that include personal and official diaries, some that have never been published, and serious researchers and students can access these archives by appointment. The Medal Room at our museum has an extensive collection of more than 3000 medals, and visitors are given an insight into the difficult and challenging circumstances pertaining to these medals. We offer formal workshops for school groups as well as casual sessions for other groups. READ MORE

103rd OVI is a historical museum and organization in Sheffield Lake, Ohio celebrating the lives and services of the Cuyahoga, Lorain, and Medina County soldiers serving the 103rd regiment of the Ohio Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. Come view the Barracks library and museum which houses, preserves, and displays Civil War relics and artifacts, and the museum itself, now restored, is itself a historical landmark and open by appointment only, so book for educational programs and tours. 103rd OVI also offers upcoming events including pancake breakfast, campweeks, assembly calls and daily bugle. The members of the 103rd O.V.I. are actual descendants of the men who fought in the 103rd regiment and it's a unique organization.READ MORE