Category Archives: North Carolina

Surprisingly, Polk isn’t a figure that is emphasized in American history classes. The 11th President of the United States had a large hand in shaping the nation we view today in a time called the Spirited Age he more than … Continue reading →

I’m not particularly interested in banking or finance, but the history on display at the Wells Fargo Museum is a fascinating part of American culture. Images of a horse drawn stagecoach come to mind, heading through the American west with … Continue reading →

If I lived in Charlotte NC, Abari Game Bar would undoubtedly be my favorite haunt. It wasn’t packed early evening on a weekend, so there was actually room to move around and get your pick of machines. I loved the … Continue reading →

If you are looking for a uniquely southern meal when visiting Charlotte NC, Haberdish offers truly inspired cuisine. The menu was filled with too many delectable sounding dishes, so we decided to split a bunch of appetizers and try as … Continue reading →

I had a bit of extra time and saw a green patch on GoogleMaps near where I was. I decided to give it a go and discovered Romare Bearden Park to be so much more than expected. A few blocks … Continue reading →

Surrounded by skyscrapers, museums, and cafes, The Green is Charlotte’s quintessential square. Signs point you to Charlotte’s all over the world, but to everyone inside the park North Carolina is the center of the world. It’s just over an acre … Continue reading →

Eighteen feet tall and covered like a disco ball, what on earth is funkier than this chicken? Also known as the Firebird, this statue stands watch in front of the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art in Charlotte, NC. Easily spotted … Continue reading →