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At Home With President Abraham Lincoln: A History Lesson in Springfield.

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Whether it be for fall leaf-peeping or a long drive for breakfast, Starved Rock Lodge offers a peaceful reprieve.

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No visit to St. Louis is complete without a stop at the Gateway Arch, the iconic symbol of St. Louis and the tallest monument in the United States. The arch was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987.

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The world's largest pencil, a Ferris wheel on the roof and an indoor tree house are just a few of the sights at this wondrous museum for kids and adults alike.

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The Fox Theatre continues more than 80 years of entertaining St. Louis audiences. The one-time movie palace now presents Broadway shows and concerts.

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This St. Louis cathedral houses the world's largest collection of mosaic art, with soaring domes and wondrous images made from colored glass.

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The original Budweiser brewery offers tours of beer production from start to finish, along with free samples and a stop off with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales.

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Focusing on the history of Missouri - from frontier to modern metropolis - this museum's exhibits feature artifacts from famous residents and events throughout the state.

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This metropolitan museum features hundreds of hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, OMNIMAX theater and tons of entertainment for the entire family.

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This world-class collection of art, housed in the only remaining building from the 1904 Louisiana Purchase Exposition, is free to the public year-round.

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With 5,000 animals from 800 species, the St. Louis Zoo has an endless supply of wonders for animal lovers of all ages. And, amazingly, for the most part, it's all free!

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Ulysses S. Grant's historic home now includes more than 1,000 animals, rides, shows and entertainment guaranteed to make the whole family smile.

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This St. Louis children's museum uses hands-on exhibits and experiments to entertain and educate visitors of all ages.

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Get your kicks and more at Route 66 Raceway where speed, world-class motorsports and funny cars rule the road.

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If it sometimes feels like the thrill has drained out of your life, Six Flags St. Louis may be a great place for a recharge. With a plentiful assortment of heart-pounding rides and show-stopping live performances, the 132-ac ...

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This year is a very special one for the home of "the greatest spectacle in racing." The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, home of the Indianapolis 500, celebrates its centennial, including the 93rd running of the Indy 500.

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This 1,700 acre natural wonderland includes gardens, streams, trails, mazes and a whole lot more guaranteed to entertain visitors of all ages.

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To those that visit this often overlooked part of the Hoosier State’s past, the Indiana Medical History Museum leaves visitors with a distinctly indelible impression.

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New Age People is a sanctuary, a place to reflect, be refreshed, or to just purchase an unusual gift. Any time spent here, is time well spent.

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Consistently on the forefront in showcasing of some of the most exclusive cultural expression exhibits in the world, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, set on 152 acres just minutes north of downtown Indy, is considered one of t ...

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With attractions such as the world’s only underwater dolphin viewing dome, one of the country’s largest shark touch pools, giraffe feeding and a growing herd of African elephants, it's no surprise that the Indianapolis Zoo d ...

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This west suburb treatment, rehabilitation and education center looks after local wildlife and teaches visitors what they can do to help.

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The Historic Pullman District of Chicago offers great history about railroading, labor and community living in the late 1800s.

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Nearly two years after an electrical fire badly damaged the facility, the National Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Champions has opened with updated galleries and an interactive sports play area, and a new mission.

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Dotted with trees and landscaped with care, Crown Hill Cemetery serves as the final picturesque resting place of the great and the ordinary for more than 150 years. Enjoy the beautiful and historical significant grounds on y ...

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Previously saddled with the reputation as “one of the poorest and most inadequate state museums in the United States,” the Indiana State Museum since 2002 has experienced a stunning rebound with a new home in the heart of Whi ...

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Broadway Across America is a promoter and producer of live theatrical productions in the United States and Canada with more than a quarter century of entertainment industry experience. In cooperation with local partners Murat ...

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Bob Dylan, Alison Krauss, the Allman Brothers, Ben Folds, The Roots, Indigo Girls. It's no wonder the Lawn at White River State Park has been named by Pollstar magazine as one of the world's top 100 outdoor concert venues for ...

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Both Baseball America and Sports Illustrated have identified Indianapolis' Victory Field as the "best minor league baseball park in America." A stroll through the $20 million field reveals why.

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