Historical Sites - Mid Atlantic (DC, DE, MD, NJ, NY, OH, ON, PA, VA, WV)

Historical Sites in Long Island, the Hamptons, Montauk, Fire Island Over the years Long Island has remained loyal to its rich history. As a result of this commitment to restoration and preservation, Long Island historical attractions coax you across the boundaries of time for a fleeting encounter with what once was. Historical Sites in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and New York City The history of New York City, as opposed to that of many other major U.S. cities, is preserved as integrated into the modern landscape: There are no preserved historical quarters, no ancient ruins, no quaint old town. Walking around, you will find yourself passing the birthplace of a U.S. president, the building where financial empires were formerly controlled, and landmarks integral to the formation of the U.S. Historical Sites in Woodstock, Cooperstown, New Paltz, Catskills and Hudson Valley The old settlements along the Hudson River, the remnants of the Hudson River School's influence, and the remnants of the old Catskills resorts, constitute the region's historical draws. Historical Sites in Lake Placid, Lake George, Saratoga Springs, Adirondacks and Northern New York A few of the best historical sites in Northern New York are Martin Van Buren National Historic Site, Saratoga National Historical Park and Saratoga Spa State Park. Historical Sites in Toronto, Niagara Falls, Finger Lakes in Western New York and South Central Ontario The region of western New York and south-central Ontario is rich with visible history. The Finger Lakes region is the birthplace of the women's rights and suffrage movement; Buffalo, New York is home to several important presidential sites; and Toronto has made a concerted, city-wide effort to preserve its own historical roots. Historical Sites in Atlantic City, Wildwood, Cape May, New Jersey Shore Visitors to the Jersey Shore will find plenty of attractions that facilitate a foray into the past. Historical Sites in Philadelphia, Lancaster, the Poconos, Eastern Pennsylvania Arguably more than any other U.S. city, Philadelphia represents the early history of the United States. Historical Sites in Washington D.C, Annapolis, Gettysburg, Alexandria, Virginia and Baltimore, Maryland As the U.S. capital, Washington DC is naturally steeped in the nation's history. Historical Sites in Richmond, Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, North Carolina's Outer Banks When it comes to interesting, interactive, authentic historical touring, eastern North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland's historical attractions represent the pick of the litter. Eastern Virginia's Historic Triangle is the best place to get schooled in the nation's colonial beginnings. Historical Sites in Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania Whether you're an artillery aficionado or industrial-era enthusiast, whether you've a soft spot for Stephen Foster's song O' Susanna, or you've simply wondered who was behind the Heinz ketchup on your hamburger - Pittsburgh 's historical attractions have something to entice you.