When I tell people about why Kansas City is such a great place to live, museums are one of the things I mention. Even after living here for 20 years, I am still discovering places I hadn’t been to before. So many of Kansas City’s museums have rotating exhibits, so it’s hard to see it…
“You’re going to Hiawatha? You’ve got to stop at the cemetery!” I overheard my boss exclaim this and I had to eavesdrop because WUT? Apparently, some bitter farmer built a unsightly memorial for his wife just to spite the small Kansas town. That sounded intriguing enough and so begins all good road trip stories: I…
Day passes are the indulgent answer to those who want a quick escape, not an overnight escape. Midwest hotels and resorts offer day passes to their spas and pools! Here’s a round up of some great options in Missouri, Illinois, and Michigan. UPDATE: This post was published in January and was updated in May 2022…
If you haven’t been to Science City in Kansas City — and you have kids — you’re missing out. It’s part science center, part children’s museum, and part playground. And I have a way to get in free (keep reading to find those discounts). I hope you find all the answers to your questions about…
When you’re looking for a place to unwind after a long day, the Des Moines metro has no shortage of happy hour specials. From exclusive menus to discounted drinks, there are tons of happy hours you can enjoy every day of the week. The next time you’re planning an evening on the town, be sure…
Nebraska has National Parks? Yes, we have National Parks, as well as several National Historic Trails that pass through the state. What we lack in glaciers, geysers, and waterfalls, we make up for in tallgrass prairies, peaceful sandhills, and connections to the lands’ Indigenous peoples. National Historic Park in Nebraska 1. Homestead National Historic Park…
