North Carolina has long played a central role in the history of the southern United States. Located along the Atlantic coastline, this state has contributed to the maritime commerce and economic development of the nation in ways that few states can match. With its historical contributions to aviation and maritime navigation, North Carolina has long lead the nation in many cutting-edge innovations. This forward-thinking leadership along with the state's awe-inspiring geography and the pioneering spirit of its people have given North Carolina a unique culture that any visitor is sure to enjoy. All in all, North Carolina provides travelers with a fascinating vacation destination that has something for everyone who visits.
North Carolina's Cultural Attractions
When visiting North Carolina, travelers are sure to find the 1930s Shell-shaped Gas Station in Winston-Salem to be a fascinating sight to behold. This gas station is a monument to the American love affair with the automobile. Active from the 1930s through the 1970s, this gas station serviced American motorists during the heyday of America's automotive industry. Preserved today in its original style, this gas station is a testament to the creative spirit of North Carolina and is a unique cultural attraction that visitors are sure to enjoy.
Another venerable cultural attraction that travelers to North Carolina are sure to love is the North Carolina Art Museum in Raleigh. This fabulous museum features exhibits showcasing the artwork of numerous North Carolina artists. With dazzling stone and bronze sculptures standing as sentinels at the entrance, visitors are sure to be awestruck by the magnificent art on display at this spectacular attraction. Overall, the two stories o...
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... Carolina has to offer its visitors, it is easy to see why travelers from all over the world come to this fascinating state. With majestic mountains and inspiring historical and cultural attractions, North Carolina truly is a place like no other place in the United States. Maybe this is why many travelers return to North Carolina year after year.
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It was not until the 1700s that the thirteen colonies finally started to flourish on their own. The east coast of North America was soon booming with success. But the Northern and Southern colonies’ did not take exactly the same routes in order to reach success. The Southern and Northern colonies began to show similarities in immigration and social structure and began to show differences in their economy.
Bright sunshine to frigid snow, all within hours of travel. A place for everyone, all ages, all cultures, all types of people. When choosing a place to live, we decide on the one that pleases us and our busy lives. For those who enjoy constant activity and sunny warm beaches, California and Florida tend to be on their list. Once learning all that California has to offer, they will jump on the decision to pack their bags and head for their new home. California offers exploration and something new every day. “If they can’t do it in California, it can’t be done anywhere.” -Taylor Caldwell (Fun Quotes about California by Stephen Frank, www.capolitical news.com)
DeWitte, Debra J. et al. Gateways To Art. New York City, NY: Thames & Hudson, 2012. Print.
...at travelers to the state are certain to find enjoyable. Whether you are interested in learning about the architecture, military history, or the natural beauty of Mississippi, you are sure to find something that will stick with you for a lifetime after you have visited this magnificent place.
The show’s organizers, Teresa A. Carbone (the museum’s curator of American art) and Kellie Jones, did an exceptional job of strategically placing the artwork in relevance and relating topics to one another. When I arrived, the exhibit was empty and I actually had the opportunity to meet Ms. Carbone, who was on hand at the museum’s entrance.
The Columbus Museum of Art is a place rich in local history. A place where items of historical and artistic value are stored for safekeeping and allow access for public viewing. The museum has several locally named galleries. It also has a cute children’s area, complete with artwork from little local artists from several schools in the area. The children’s area has several pieces of art that children may touch, like Chicken George. I remember touching that chicken when I would visit as a child. The area also has a mini art studio to cater to the little creative minds that pass through.
The Art Bulletin, Vol. 57, No. 2 (Jun., 1975), pp. 176-185. (College Art Association), accessed November 17, 2010. http://www.jstor.org/stable/3049368.
Colorado is such a beautiful state. It brings in a lot of outsiders but not only for its beauty, but for its history as well. Travelers and tourists have been visiting Colorado since before the 19th century. However, during the 19th century, the development of Colorado boomed greatly because of its iconic people and the fact that so many travelers and tourists enjoyed seeing Colorado. The people contributed to making Colorado history more appealing to tourists so the state really emerged. Tourism has led Colorado to great lengths and still to this day, Colorado brings in many travelers and tourists.
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The exhibit that I viewed at the Philadelphia Museum of Art was one about European Art between the years 1100-1500. This was a series of paintings, sculptures, architecture, and tapestry of the Medieval and Early Renaissance as well as objects from the Middle East. This exhibit was an important part of the history of the Philadelphia Museum of Art because for the first time, Italian, Spanish, and Northern European paintings from the John G. Johnson collection were shown. It gave me a good idea of what the paintings were like in these four centuries and reflected ideas of both the east and the west.
Choosing a vacation destination can be difficult. When deciding a destination there are many things to consider. Two of the most important considerations are the climate, and activities that are available. California is one of the top destinations for many people. California is also known as the “Sunshine State”. The beautiful state has many things to offer for families, couples, and singles. The top places that are visited in Southern California include many amusements and popular site seeing. A few top places are Disneyland, San Diego Zoo, Sea World, Hollywood Boulevard, and Catalina Island. These are a few of the top attractions in Southern California. Ultimately where you choose to visit will be a personal choice.
2. The state is a melting pot. If you value diversity, Florida has it. It attracts people from all over the Americas and brings in people from Europe, Asia and
Primitive gas station designs are recognized as vernacular architecture. This building style can be defined as an area of architectural theory that studies the structures made by firsthand builders without the intervention of professional architects. Vernacular designers rationalize their actions differently because they all create out of the smallness of their own experiences. Gas stations are usually viewed from behind the wheel of a car. Certain elements or characteristics will attract the attention of the customer, compelling the driver to stop. Gas stations, sometimes referred to as filling or service stations, were specifically designed to sell gasoline and other closely related products such as lubricants, tires, and batteries for the automobile. Between 1920 and 1970, traditional stat...
One pleasant afternoon, my classmates and I decided to visit the Houston Museum of Fine Arts to begin on our museum assignment in world literature class. According to Houston Museum of Fine Art’s staff, MFAH considers as one of the largest museums in the nation and it contains many variety forms of art with more than several thousand years of unique history. Also, I have never been in a museum in a very long time especially as big as MFAH, and my experience about the museum was unique and pleasant. Although I have observed many great types and forms of art in the museum, there were few that interested me the most.