Vince DiLoretoThe holidays are approaching, and selecting the ideal gift for the RVer on your list presents a unique and enjoyable challenge. For those living a nomadic life, every item must be highly practical, fitting into limited spaces without adding excessive weight. With this in mind, we’ve assembled the ultimate guide: a collection of practical gear, … Read more
Andrew Jackson purchased this 425-acre farm from his neighbor, Nathaniel Hays, on July 5th, 1804. At the time, the property consisted of only a collection of log buildings for housing and storage. The original log cabin used as his farmhouse from 1804 to 1821, is still standing on the property. The Jacksons received and entertained all visitors in this simple cabin. Even distinguished visitors such as President James Monroe. Once construction of the brick mansion was complete, he converted this cabin into slave quarters.
It wasn’t unusual, especially as their means of travel improved, for President’s to have a vacation home outside of the White House. These vacation homes were often called “Little” White Houses because the Commander-in-Chief still fulfilled his official duties even while on vacation. Truman had his in Key West. Kennedy in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. Johnson and Reagan both had ranches. And Carter went back to his hometown in Plains, Georgia. Franklin Delano Roosevelt, our 32nd President (who was elected to an unprecedented four consecutive terms and brought about the 22nd Amendment limiting a President to two) had his in Warm Springs, Georgia.
In 1922, Penney purchased 120,000 acres of farmland in Clay County, Florida, near Green Cove Springs. His plan was to develop a model farming community where farmers would be given 40 acres of land.
Experience life in rural 1920s Florida with a tour of the carefully restored home belonging to Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of “The Yearling” and “Cross Creek.”
Discover the captivating history of the Cape Canaveral Lighthouse and embark on an unforgettable space tour. Explore with us!