If you’re interested in visiting some of the DC’s iconic sites from home, the Smithsonian museum virtual tours are a great option. Millions visit Washington, DC each year to explore and visit some of the country’s most iconic landmarks and world-class museums. While many places continue to reopen, some attractions like the Smithsonian Museums are still closed due to COVID. If you want to explore space, watch live animals, enjoy art installations, learn about famous…
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Black History in TravelFor the KiddosLife at HomeVirtual Travel
African American History Museums You Can Explore from Home
by Tykesha77National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis, TNLooking to explore African American History Museums from home? The Black experience is so vast and varied there is no end to what can be learned about it. This is why when I travel, I try to visit local African American History Museums to get a better feel for a new destination. On a trip to Georgia, my family and I visited the Jack Hadley Black History Museum and learned first-hand…
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Black History in TravelFor the KiddosLife at HomeVirtual Travel
Black History Documentaries
by Tykesha77There is a sizable selection of Black history documentaries available on streaming sites like Amazon and Netflix. As a student of Black Studies and journalism, the documentary genre lives at the intersection of my two greatest loves, Black History and storytelling. In short, Black history documentaries are my love language. I’ve expressed my love of learning about Black History by visiting museums at home and while we’re traveling. But museums aren’t the only medium filled…
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This summer is nothing like any other we’ve ever experienced. With all that’s going on in the world, enjoying quality time at home with your family feels even more important nowadays. I’ve put together a list of things to do to ensure that your kiddos have a fun and memorable summer. Here’s a list of fun activities you can do with your kids from the comfort and safety of your home. INDOORS Build a fort…
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As the world starts to reopen, it’s become clear that our new “normal” will include social distancing and face masks (at least for the foreseeable future). Since face coverings are now a requirement to enter most establishments, I’ve decided that it’s time to shop for face masks for my little ones. I compiled a list of some fun and comfy face masks for kids that I’ve found on the internet. The CDC recommends that children…
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Whether your family is staying home due to funds being low, limited paid time off, or if your travel plans have been grounded due to a global pandemic, there are many times when we’re forced to stay home when we would much rather be traveling. Many of us travel with our kids so we can expose them to new cities, countries, and cultures. While our families are forced to stay home – for whatever reason…