The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Cahokia Mounds Historic Site

Cakhokia Mounds State Historic Site is the St Louis region’s best kept secret. Sure there are plenty of people who know about it, many flock here to get in a quick outdoor workout. If you haven’t taken the time to visit Cahokia Mounds now is the time to do it. Cahokia Mounds is likely only a few years away from gaining National Park designation. There really isn’t a better time to visit than right now!

1 Day in Springfield, Illinois

The Capitol of Illinois is an Abraham Lincoln Historic Site, a Route 66 Destination, and a rising metropolitan area. It’s a perfect stop for a day trip for Mid-Westerners, or a great destination for Route 66 Travelers. Whether you’re a history buff or a craft beer enthusiast, there’s something for everyone in Springfield!

8 Things to do to Guarantee You’ll get the Most out of Your First Visit to a National Historic Site

[Read Time: 8 minutes, 53 seconds] With the recent popularity of the Passport Program, there is more awareness now than ever before about the smaller parks managed by or affiliated with the National Park Service. There are 90 parks in the United States that are “officially” designated National Historic Sites. Here’s what you need to know before you start visiting them!