HISTORY: Dallas substituted for NY during the filming of Oliver Stone's 'Born on the Fourth of July'. Long before he was paralyzed a young Ron Kovic (Tom Cruise) learned his early life lessons, filmed here.
HISTORY: Baseball was played at Nicollet Park from 1896-1955. Most of that time, the home team was the Minneapolis Millers of the AAA American Association. The Millers compiled the best record in Nicollet.
HISTORY: The cemetery was built upon the grounds of the old Metairie Race Course after it went bankrupt. Notable monuments include the pseudo-Egyptian pyramid & former tomb of Storyville madam Josie Arlington.
Искусство и развлечения · Highland · Подсказок и отзывов: 3
HISTORY: Perfect for parties, receptions, showers and unique get-togethers of all kinds while in Denver.Performers interact with guests to try to solve a murder mystery, all while enjoying a delicious gourmet
Частная квартира или дом · Audubon · Подсказок и отзывов: 3
HISTORY: The house got the nickname for the elaborate frosting of cornices, balconies and columns. This colonial revival structure was originally commissioned in 1907 and was later gifted to Tulane University.
HISTORY: The CELL's multimedia exhibit: Understanding the Threat of Terrorism is a dynamic, interactive experience that provides a comprehensive look at security and the related social challenges.
Исторический музей · Curtis Park · Подсказок и отзывов: 3
HISTORY: Preserves the history and culture of those African American men and women who helped settle and develop the American West. Exhibits on African American cowboys including Bill Pickett.
Исторический музей · Civic Center · Подсказок и отзывов: 2
HISTORY: The area includes the Denver Art Museum, Denver Public Library, U.S. Mint, Colorado History Museum, Byers-Evans House, the Colorado Ballet, Ballet Arts Theatre, Acoma Center & over 50 galleries.
HISTORY: This is the club's first location. It was built in 1883 but the club formed in 1854 & hosted the National Women's Tennis Championship from its 1887 inception until it moved to Forest Hills, NY in 1921
HISTORY: Tommy Loughran, known as "The Phantom of Philly," captured the hearts of boxing fans as one of the most skilled fighters of his day. He is is honored here, where he was born & attended mass everyday.
Школа старших классов · Overbrook · Подсказок и отзывов: 3
HISTORY: Wilt Chamberlain came to national prominence here, as a star in sports in the early 1950s. He didn't take up basketball until the 7th grade, when he was already 6-foot-11 inches.
HISTORY: Ora Washington, a pioneer in black women's sports, trained and taught tennis at the YMCA that once stood at this location. From 1929 to 1937, she won eight national singles championships.
Публичное искусство · Center City East · 1 подсказка
HISTORY: At the optical shop once located here, Siegmund Lubin managed five theaters in six states. He began this operation in 1897 & gained national notoriety. But by 1916 he was bankrupt & died in obscurity.
Музей · Queen Village - Pennsport · Подсказок и отзывов: 7
HISTORY: On New Year's Day, clowns, comics & other characters march in Philadelphia outside the museum. The parade has been a city tradition for more than a century & in the 1940s 2 million people participated
Исторический музей · Center City East · 1 подсказка
HISTORY: This was the home of Dr. Philip Physick, the "Father of American Surgery," from 1815 until his death in 1837. The home is a museum dedicated to Physick &features a collection of medical instruments.
HISTORY: In 1852 William Procter Jr "the Father of American Pharmacy" invited pharmacists from 8 states to this site. Together they formed the American Pharmacists Association boasting more than 60,000 members
Частная квартира или дом · West Mount Airy · 1 подсказка
HISTORY: Longtime Philadelphia Athletics manager Connie Mack lived in this home for many years. Mack began his career as a catcher in 1883, managed the Philadelphia Athletics from 1901-50.
Частная квартира или дом · North Philadelphia · Подсказок и отзывов: 2
HISTORY: Lubin is sometimes regarded as America's first movie mogul, he was the first to build a chain of theaters. After he started producing his own films, Thomas Edison sued him for patent infringement.
Детская больница · University City · Подсказок и отзывов: 36
HISTORY: In 1855, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia became the first pediatric center, formalized medical training for pediatricians and developed vaccines for the mumps, whooping coughs and influenza.
HISTORY: Robbers crept into what was then the Brinks building at closing time and stole $1.2 million in cash and $1.5 million in securities on Jan. 17, 1950. It was the largest robbery to that date.
Историческое место или особо охраняемая территория · Подсказок и отзывов: 7
HISTORY: During Pontiac’s Rebellion, British forces claimed victory over a combined Native American Force, enabling white settlement in western Pennsylvania.
3000 National Pike (north of Sr 2015), Farmington, PA
Исторический музей · Подсказок и отзывов: 10
HISTORY: This location is home to Fort Necessity, built in 1754 under the command of George Washington during a prelude battle to the French and Indian War.
HISTORY: The natural thermal springs in this park, which flow from the Ouachita Mountains, were made a government-protected area by President Andrew Jackson in 1832.
Исторический музей · Center City East · Подсказок и отзывов: 6
HISTORY: Completed in 1789, this building is home to the American Philosophical Society, the scholarly organization founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1743.