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Historic Wonders | Exploring Watkins Woolen Mill and Farm in Missouri
Step back in time at the Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site!
Join us on a virtual tour of this remarkable 19th-century industrial complex, preserved as a testament to the era's ingenuity. Explore the restored woolen mill, where raw wool was transformed into fabric through a fascinating process. Discover the heart of the Watkins family homestead, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who powered this operation.
00:00 Introduction
00:57 Watkins Family Home
08:17 Watkins Woolen Mill
14:40 Watkins Family Gravesite
16:04 Historic Church and Schoolhouse
20:05 Watkins Woolen Mill Historic Site Museum
Immerse yourself in the history of this thriving community as we explore the surrounding grounds, including the one-room schoolhouse and the church buildings. Learn about the importance of the mill to the local economy and the dedication of the Watkins family.
Whether you're a history buff, an architecture enthusiast, or simply seeking a peaceful escape, Watkins Woolen Mill State Historic Site offers something for everyone. Get ready to be amazed by the craftsmanship, ingenuity, and resilience of a bygone era.
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DePauw University Campus Tour | Greencastle, IN
zhlédnutí 52Před 19 hodinami
Welcome to DePauw University! Join us on an in-depth tour of this beautiful campus located in Greencastle, Indiana. Whether you’re a prospective student, an alum, or just curious about what makes DePauw special, this video will give you an inside look at this vibrant university and stunning facilities. In this tour, we'll explore: Historic East College: The iconic heart of campus and a symbol o...
Explore the Past: Decatur, AL History Walk
zhlédnutí 95Před dnem
Embark on a journey through time as we explore the heart and soul of Decatur, Alabama! Join us for a captivating walking tour that unveils the rich history and architectural beauty of this charming Southern city. From the grand Victorian mansions to the bustling downtown district, we'll uncover the stories behind the bricks and mortar. Discover the significance of the Tennessee River as we stro...
Discover the Magic of Woolaroc: A Journey Through the American West | Bartlesville, OK
zhlédnutí 116Před 14 dny
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Historic Downtown Clarksville, TN: A Guided Exploration
zhlédnutí 1,3KPřed 14 dny
Discover the charm and history of Downtown Clarksville, Tennessee on this captivating walking tour! Join us as we explore the heart of the city, uncovering hidden gems, architectural marvels, and stories of the past. From the majestic architecture to the vibrant Public Square, we'll take you on a journey through time, showcasing the rich tapestry of Clarksville's heritage. Explore the historic ...
Aquinas College | Grand Rapids, MI | Campus Tour
zhlédnutí 51Před 21 dnem
Welcome to Aquinas College, a vibrant Catholic liberal arts college nestled in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan! Join us on a virtual tour and discover why Aquinas is such a historic college and see the beautiful campus and historic buildings. On this immersive journey, you'll explore: Our Beautiful Campus: Stroll through this picturesque campus, featuring a blend of historic buildings and m...
How the Old West Lives On: Exploring Wichita's Historic Old Cowtown Museum
zhlédnutí 239Před 21 dnem
Join us as we step back in time to the 1870s at the Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita, Kansas! In this immersive tour, we'll explore the rich history and vibrant stories of early Wichita, from bustling business districts and charming residential areas to significant landmarks like the Marshal’s Office and the J.P. Allen Drug Store. Discover how the pioneers lived, worked, and socialized, and get a ...
Discovering The Charm Of Historic Downtown Branson Mo: A Journey Through Time
zhlédnutí 351Před 28 dny
Join us on a captivating walking tour through the charming streets of Branson, Missouri, as we explore the rich history and unique attractions that make this downtown area so special. From vintage architecture to fascinating landmarks, we’ll uncover the stories behind some of Branson's most iconic sites. 📍 Highlights of the Tour: The Historic Owen Theatre: Step inside the oldest continuously op...
Journey Through History: St. Simons Island Walking Tour
zhlédnutí 127Před měsícem
Discover the rich tapestry of history on St. Simons Island, GA, with our guided walking tour. From the island's beginnings as a Native American stronghold to its role in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, you'll learn about the key events and figures that have left their mark. Visit historic sites, hear captivating stories, and see the island from a whole new perspective. This tour is ideal for ...
Timeless Savannah, GA: A Guided Historic Walk
zhlédnutí 175Před měsícem
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Discovery Park of America | Heritage Park Tour | Union City, TN
zhlédnutí 119Před měsícem
Welcome to our walking tour of Heritage Park at the Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee! Join us as we explore this beautiful and historically rich area, showcasing a fascinating blend of American history and culture. In this video, you'll experience: Historic Buildings: Step back in time as we visit meticulously restored buildings that tell the story of life in America from the ...
Historic Walk Through Orangeburg, SC: From Past to Present
zhlédnutí 272Před měsícem
Welcome to Orangeburg, South Carolina, a city brimming with history, charm, and Southern hospitality! Join us on a captivating virtual stroll as we explore iconic landmarks, vibrant streetscapes, and hidden gems that capture the essence of the "Garden City." This walking tour is perfect for: History buffs: Unravel the stories that shaped Orangeburg's unique identity. Architecture enthusiasts: A...
Historic Independence, KS: A Guided Walking Adventure
zhlédnutí 305Před měsícem
Join us on a captivating journey through the charming streets of Independence, Kansas, as we explore its rich history and hidden gems. In this guided walking adventure, you'll discover the stories behind the historic landmarks, architectural marvels, and cultural treasures that make Independence a unique and fascinating destination. We'll uncover the vibrant past and enduring legacy of this qua...
Dinosaurs, History & More! A Virtual Tour of Discovery Park of America
zhlédnutí 69Před měsícem
Calling all curious minds and adventure seekers! Get ready for a thrilling virtual expedition through Discovery Park of America, a one-of-a-kind museum and heritage park in Union City, Tennessee. On this immersive journey, you'll travel back millions of years and explore a realistic dinosaur dig site. Come face-to-face with towering skeletal replicas and learn about these fascinating prehistori...
Monumental Indy: A Walking Tour Through Indianapolis' Historic Heart
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Monumental Indy: A Walking Tour Through Indianapolis' Historic Heart
Walking Beaufort, SC: Low Country's Picturesque Sea Island Queen
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Walking Beaufort, SC: Low Country's Picturesque Sea Island Queen
Discovering Bay City: Historic Downtown Walking Adventure
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Discovering Bay City: Historic Downtown Walking Adventure
Charleston Heritage Walk: Discover South of Broad's History
zhlédnutí 140Před měsícem
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Hoosier History at the Indiana State Museum in Indianapolis
zhlédnutí 117Před měsícem
Hoosier History at the Indiana State Museum in Indianapolis
Experience Charleston's Rich History: French Quarter Walking Tour
zhlédnutí 179Před měsícem
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Fields of Change: Exploring the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City
zhlédnutí 91Před 2 měsíci
Fields of Change: Exploring the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum in Kansas City
Exploring The Indiana State Museum: From Dinosaurs To Native Americans In Indianapolis - Part 1
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Exploring The Indiana State Museum: From Dinosaurs To Native Americans In Indianapolis - Part 1
Historic Huntsville, AL: Downtown Walking Tour Experience
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Historic Huntsville, AL: Downtown Walking Tour Experience
Historic and Modern Grand Rapids, MI: Downtown Walk
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Historic and Modern Grand Rapids, MI: Downtown Walk
Purdue University Campus Tour: Must-See Spots
zhlédnutí 536Před 2 měsíci
Purdue University Campus Tour: Must-See Spots
Whispers of the Past: A Walk Through Historic St. Joseph, MO
zhlédnutí 251Před 2 měsíci
Whispers of the Past: A Walk Through Historic St. Joseph, MO
Discover Webster Groves: A Charming Walking Tour Through Missouri's Historic Suburb
zhlédnutí 160Před 2 měsíci
Discover Webster Groves: A Charming Walking Tour Through Missouri's Historic Suburb
Dinosaurs, Fossils, Rattlesnakes and More: Inside the Sternberg Museum in Hays, KS
zhlédnutí 102Před 2 měsíci
Dinosaurs, Fossils, Rattlesnakes and More: Inside the Sternberg Museum in Hays, KS
Saddle Up! A Walking Tour of Marysville's Pony Express History
zhlédnutí 153Před 2 měsíci
Saddle Up! A Walking Tour of Marysville's Pony Express History

Komentáře

  • @kayelane5868
    @kayelane5868 Před 4 hodinami

    My husband and I are seriously considering retiring to Cedar Falls in a few years. Thank you for this walk. It's a lovely campus and from what I've seen so far, a lovely town!

  • @riberadelplata3159
    @riberadelplata3159 Před 6 hodinami

    No tree city

  • @hensen5309
    @hensen5309 Před 9 hodinami

    You’re right next too my house😂

  • @qamarchandio377
    @qamarchandio377 Před 21 hodinou

    Waaoo wonderful small town with stunning natural beauty ❤ none of us will live in this materialistic world for ever may God bless those wonderful peoples souls in eternal peace Amen 🎉 ( from Pakistan )

  • @renegadetenor
    @renegadetenor Před dnem

    This is gold! Just found all your tours, and using them to help me choose a relocation spot, somewhere in your apparent 'sweet spot'..

  • @dianejacobson9367
    @dianejacobson9367 Před dnem

    These buildings are so beautiful! I think these videos are clever. Many are moving around the US so much right now that this information is good to know if you’re thinking about moving and are open to where and want to look around. Drones maybe? That would be awesome!

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před dnem

      Glad you like them! I'm reading your comment to my wife now about drones. I really want one to use - but she says it's expensive and maybe not worth it. I think they would add a lot. Hopefully my Christmas present will now be a new drone :)

  • @jonathandennis3203
    @jonathandennis3203 Před 2 dny

    This is one of my favorite museums. I’m a big Disney and Pixar fan and I loved everything about this museum. Mickey is one of my favorite characters, and Walt really brought much joy to the world

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před dnem

      I love not only the museum -but the small town of Marceline itself. It's a great place to visit. I took my wife there a few weeks ago for the first time and she fell in love with the town and the museum.

  • @devinettessympa8385

    who came here after reading twisted games?

  • @tstouder
    @tstouder Před 4 dny

    it's nice to see my hometown. still go back to visit family every few years. a lot of great memories here: Old Threshers, holidays with the grandparents, riding bikes in Saunders park, the old swimming pool. great memories.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 3 dny

      It is one of the nicest towns in Iowa (in my opinion). I really enjoyed the downtown area and met some of the friendliest people the day I explored. Tons of history there as well.

  • @kc0itf
    @kc0itf Před 4 dny

    La Junta has gone from being a hodgepodge of railroad tents to a hodgepodge of buildings... you'll see a good variety of architectural styles around town. The City of LJ is situated right around the 39th hyperdimensional parallel... and it just so happens that LJHS is built out of hexagons! Allegedly there's at least one other HS that's built like it but all my searching as come up empty... Sadly, Bent's Old Fort is in disrepair... you even had John Carson in the news saying he was ashamed to be apart of it... the Santa Fe Trail then continues to snake around town and through the Otero College campus where you will also find the Koshare Kiva. La Junta is a unique place for sure!

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 3 dny

      It really is. I've been there a few times and amazed at the history and the architecture of the downtown buildings.

  • @ObeyJesusOurLord
    @ObeyJesusOurLord Před 5 dny

    Enjoyed this! Thank you!

  • @jackdotblue
    @jackdotblue Před 5 dny

    No semblance of order for the downtown area. Terrific infrastructure being wasted on ugly things. What a shame.

  • @swissdude7653
    @swissdude7653 Před 6 dny

    Walked right by Rutledge and didn't even show or mention it..... 😞

  • @Berkshire765Productions

    I've been here!

  • @janisripple754
    @janisripple754 Před 6 dny

    Enjoyed this Tour and History

  • @FA-uf7vr
    @FA-uf7vr Před 6 dny

    Thank you for creating and sharing this video. You just made my day. I did my first degree there back in the early 90s ( class of 1994) Bsc in Petroleum Engineering. I wish I could go for a short visit there just to have that feel of walking the memory lane.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 4 dny

      You are so welcome! My son graduated from Missouri S&T in 2013 so I was fortunate to visit Rolla and the campus many times over the course of his 5 years there. It's a great school and a very friendly community of residents

  • @user-fj1rs2hl1n
    @user-fj1rs2hl1n Před 7 dny

    When I Chester The Cheetah at the Little Rock Zoo I crave Flamin' Hot Cheetos With Lime 🍋‍🟩🐆🔥

  • @user-fj1rs2hl1n
    @user-fj1rs2hl1n Před 7 dny

    Nothing better than another glorious sunny day at the Little Rock Zoo 🦓🦏🦒🐅🦧🐆🦍🐘🐧🐠🦩🐆🐍🦁🐢🦛🐅

  • @Da_Slap
    @Da_Slap Před 8 dny

    Talk about the “Devils Punch Bowl”!!!! They just love to wipe out the real history of this city!!

  • @user-cr6dg8fz5s
    @user-cr6dg8fz5s Před 8 dny

    We have a quiet, caring town.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 8 dny

      It really is - and the people I met while visiting were so nice. I was lucky enough to explore on a day the Farmers' Market was going on and spent time talking to some locals who really love the town and the surrounding area.

  • @user-vg6vx9ve7j
    @user-vg6vx9ve7j Před 8 dny

    The Dickson District and the entire County of Washington county and Benton county is not good for a Corvette. Fellas my suggestion is don't come to Arkansas with a sports car come here with a Range Rover Autobiography that has enough ground clearance. Fayetteville Arkansas is so much fun and the Dickson District is a blast on Friday night and Saturday night the girls and the food are superb. Dexter Lombardo 🤠🧔

  • @multitieredinvestor183

    Central Texas College has the largest junior college enrollment in the world. Most of their are students on military posts and ships afloat. M

  • @multitieredinvestor183

    I live in the next city to the west. Only go into Killeen when absolutely necessary. My town is Copperas Cove.

  • @vero0611
    @vero0611 Před 8 dny

    ❤❤❤

  • @dhiebert13
    @dhiebert13 Před 9 dny

    Thats not all of El Dorado Kansas. That person is just walking in a circle

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 8 dny

      I'm planning a trip back to El Dorado this Fall to explore some more. I know I want to visit the Kansas Oil Museum. If you could recommend some other areas in town to explore that would be great too.

  • @donwilliams1346
    @donwilliams1346 Před 9 dny

    I was born in 1946 at the old hospital on the highway that goes north to Kentucky. My fondest memories of Clarksville is my weekly visit to the Roxy. I remember seeing all of the horror movies of the 1950's. I think the ticket was .10 cents. On saterday my mother would take me to work with her. She would give me a dollar. I could get a hair cut a movie ticket and candy for my dollar. I moved to Owensboro Ky. for high school and than went in the air force. next up Travis AFB in California.

  • @ThreePhaseHigh
    @ThreePhaseHigh Před 10 dny

    According to a contestant on the old, you bet your life TV show with Groucho Marx the best lemon chiffon pie is made in Marshalltown. Anyone know the story behind that?

  • @rhondalaux1519
    @rhondalaux1519 Před 10 dny

    It’s NOT MISSOURA. IT’S MISSOURI!!

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 8 dny

      Funny you should say that - my wife and I have had that argument going for the past 40 years of being married. We've both lived in Missouri all of our lives - I was raised in the Southeast part of Missouri in the rural area of the Bootheel and she was raised in the St. Louis area. She says my way of saying "missoura" shows the rural upbringing I had and has given up changing me :)

  • @janfaworski5155
    @janfaworski5155 Před 11 dny

    Super film! Greetings from Poland!

  • @Kathyrawhide
    @Kathyrawhide Před 12 dny

    I'm disappointed...I'm a jones ..and if you researched better...Jones is everywhere. From the land esu is on, we built. all its funding, every school high school, Jr high, votech, every grade school, every clinic, hospital , park..we are vital. There's so many family's like Hopkins, Bowyer etc you focused on 2 family's. But we are the ones that sustain its legacy thru 80s, mfg booms, covid, and keeping Latino & Asian culture vital to emporias experience.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      Thanks for letting me know the history more on Emporia. Over the past few years I've been getting to know more places in the Midwest a bit more and starting next year I want to delve more into specific history at some of the places I have visited. If you could send me some more detailed information on the Jones family and Emporia, I would love it. I wanted to return back to Emporia and do more specific historical type videos on specific people, families, and events in places. It sounds like the history of the Jones family would make for a perfect video! You can reach out to me at my email or send me information through this comments section. Thanks again for the info and another possible detailed video I could do in 2025.

  • @pamelawilliams5930
    @pamelawilliams5930 Před 12 dny

    How big is the campus?

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      There's about 14000 students enrolled each year. The campus is pretty compact in terms of walking. From my visit you could easily walk around the campus in less than an hour.

    • @pamelawilliams5930
      @pamelawilliams5930 Před 7 dny

      @@WanderingWalksofWonder thank you 😊

  • @masterdirtblockyt
    @masterdirtblockyt Před 12 dny

    Love this! Thanks for appreciating our town!

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      Thanks for watching. I really enjoyed the few days I spent in Cheboygan and I'm already make plans to return there next year.

  • @melissa9375
    @melissa9375 Před 12 dny

    Gee thanks for the close ups of the chain link fence.

  • @pielmeierdieter
    @pielmeierdieter Před 12 dny

    Thank you for this great video about Frankenmuth A walk throu this little town is the right speed to present this wonderful little town. If you don't mind, I would suggest you to buy camera which eliminate the walking moves during filming. You have the eye to film things from the right perspective/angle and it would make your videos even better. Best greetings from a German who visited Frankenmuth in 1999. With the former butcher of Frankenmuth, Willi, I had a very funny afternoon.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      Glad you enjoyed it. I'm testing out a few different types of cameras this year to see if I can find one that will be a bit more steady.

  • @tonjalynharris3384
    @tonjalynharris3384 Před 13 dny

    I was born in Fairhope at Thomas hospital. I currently reside in Atlanta & haven’t been home in years this is amazing 38years later

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      I have the opportunity to go to Fairhope several times a year in the Winter months and it's one of my most favorite towns to visit when I stay on the AL coast during the winter.

  • @richardrobinson601
    @richardrobinson601 Před 13 dny

    Our cabinet company recently did work on the municipal building across from courthouse.

  • @richardrobinson601
    @richardrobinson601 Před 13 dny

    My family ,the Robinson’s were here from 1940s till the 2000s . Painting, Heating and air as masonry work. All are deceased and moved away. I still visit and enjoy the local food . Thanks .

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      I was amazed at the history of the city as well as the historic buildings and learning about some of the people who founded and settled Orangeburg. I hope to return back to this area and explore more.

  • @curtisking1758
    @curtisking1758 Před 13 dny

    The town of Las Vegas is an ideal location for demolition and reclamation of National Power Grid Infrastructures. Recent fires have rendered drinking water fowl and almost made the town toxic and uninhabitable in certain areas. The Benefits of Dismantling. The benefits of dismantling, decentralizing and repurposing the Infrastructures related to the National Power Grid, can not be understated any longer. Abandon cities and towns, rural developments and Superfund sites are ideal opportunity candidates for demolition, dismantling, decentralizing and repurposing the Infrastructures in order to reclaim areas to their former natural conditions. Business Models, associated with constant growth ambitions, are not sustainable. Cap oil and gas wells, backfill abandon mines and phase out their infrastructures. Regulate or meter flow, curtail transport and production.

  • @TBNTX
    @TBNTX Před 15 dny

    I've visited the Cosmsphere many times. It holds several iconic space vehicles, including the original Apollo 13 CM.

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      It is one of the most highly rated space museums in the US (in my opinion). It ranks right up there with the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum. I have been to most every space museum in the US, and it is really one to see if you are in this area of the Kansas!

  • @travisvenble3601
    @travisvenble3601 Před 15 dny

    Born and raised in Jonesboro love it there

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 10 dny

      It's such a historic place to explore and the downtown area was fun to walk through. I hope to return back this Fall to see more of the city.

  • @moa3008
    @moa3008 Před 15 dny

    Scottsbluff might be appealing to disgruntled California residents who might decide to visit the city and try to relocate to the city causing a severe housing shortage and traffic congestion!

  • @chadsimmons6347
    @chadsimmons6347 Před 15 dny

    You didn't walk much, the outskirts of Sedalia keep downtown alive, that's where the jobs are & the Amish with horse buggy's

  • @qiqikitten9276
    @qiqikitten9276 Před 16 dny

    Wonderful college 🎉🎉🎉

  • @user-mb9mo8ku8w
    @user-mb9mo8ku8w Před 17 dny

    Thanks for this great history walk!

  • @JeannieMitchellMyers
    @JeannieMitchellMyers Před 18 dny

    Thanks for sharing!

  • @sarahclark7234
    @sarahclark7234 Před 19 dny

    Yall i jowt want to saybthis fairboult is not 25 mn froj the twin citys its 1 hour and a half

  • @sivakesava7427
    @sivakesava7427 Před 19 dny

    In any information .

  • @sivakesava7427
    @sivakesava7427 Před 19 dny

    Good.

  • @evansmith3589
    @evansmith3589 Před 19 dny

    My hometown beautifully done!

    • @WanderingWalksofWonder
      @WanderingWalksofWonder Před 17 dny

      It really is! I live in KC (graduated from KU with MBA - so I know the city very well)

  • @rogerbarnes2029
    @rogerbarnes2029 Před 19 dny

    70,000 people live in Abilene KS. WOW! where are they? I don't think there's 7,000 people in Abilene.