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Deadwood's Other Graveyard: Historic Saint Ambrose Cemetery Has a Future

2008-08-29T03:29:24Z

Some simply call it Deadwood's other cemetery, while others don't even know that it's there, but all that's about to change for the Black Hills' historic Saint Ambrose Cemetery.

Established as a Catholic graveyard around 1880 by Deadwood's Saint Ambrose Church (although some say it served as a cemetery even before that), Saint Ambrose Cemetery never received anywhere near the notoriety of its neighbor, Mount Moriah Cemetery.

10 Surprising Things to Do at a Dude Ranch

2011-04-03T23:07:18Z

There's good news for vacationers who would like a taste of the Western dude ranch experience, but have it blended with other vacation-type activities.

"While dude ranches still provide that one-of-a-kind ‘cowboy-style' vacation you can't find anywhere else, many have also expanded their offerings to appeal to the diverse and discriminating tastes of today's traveler," says Colleen Hodson of the Dude Ranchers' Association, an organization that represents more than 100 dude ranches.

Montana’s Ghost Towns Virginia City, Nevada City Bring Old West To Life

2011-08-01T03:22:55Z

Ever dream of being in an old Western, where you mosey into the saloon, holsters and chaps on, ready for the bartender to pour you a brew, and a table waiting for a round of fearless poker?

Well, walking down the boardwalk in Montana's Virginia City you can easily imagine just that. A short drive from the west entrance of Yellowstone National Park and the fine fishing burg of Ennis, Mont., Virginia City and neighboring Nevada City are two old mining towns that are mostly in tack as they were in the 1800s when the Montana gold rush was in full swing.

Annie Oakley Collection at Buffalo Bill Historical Center grows

2011-11-05T22:39:24Z

The Buffalo Bill Historical Center (BBHC) in Cody, Wyo., now has one of the largest collections of Annie Oakley memorabilia in existence, thanks to a bequest from the family of the late Hollywood actor/producer, William E. "Bill" Self.

Self's daughter, Barbara Self Malone, on behalf of herself and her brother, Edwin B. Self, has presented a large collection of their father's Annie Oakley memorabilita to the BBHC. Over the years, the elder Self had given much of his Annie Oakley collection to the Center, adding to its extensive Buffalo Bill and western history holdings.

Escape ‘Old Man Winter’ This Season at a Dude Ranch in the Sunny Southwest

2009-10-12T22:46:22Z

Say winter vacations to some people and they probably think snow, but the Dude Ranchers' Association would like you to think sun, warm weather and a dude ranch adventure in the Southwest for a great getaway.

"There are predictions that this winter will be harsh, especially in the Northern regions, so we're suggesting that people needing a winter break should look to the Southwest, such as the sun-drenched deserts of Arizona, or the warm, enchanting lands of New Mexico," said Colleen Hodson, executive director for the Dude Ranchers' Association (DRA).

San Francisco’s California Street Cable Cars Running Again

2011-07-17T04:46:29Z

Just in time for the 2011 summer influx of tourists, San Francisco's historic California Street Cable Car Line is running again after a six-month pause to make street infrastructure upgrades.

One of three cable car lines in the City, the California Street line runs east to west and carries passengers from the Financial District, through the famous Chinatown, up over Nob Hill, stopping at Van Ness Avenue.

Discover George Washington Exhibition Now at Fort Worth Museum

2011-11-01T02:19:30Z

George Washington's only surviving complete set of dentures is among the approximately 100 original objects associated with him now on display at the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History in Texas.

"Discover the Real George Washington: New Views from Mount Vernon" is making its only Lone Star appearance on its national tour, running now through Jan. 22, 2012 at the museum.,

Time to Explore Colorado’s Dude & Guest Ranches

2009-05-03T21:44:57Z

As the temperatures rise and the snow melts in the Rockies unveiling colorful wildflowers and roaring rivers, Colorado's Dude and Guest Ranches start gearing up for the summer season.

Whether you're looking for a long weekend, a short getaway, a full week of relaxation or some horseback riding, you'll want to check out one of Colorado's many dude and guest ranches.

Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Returns to ‘Battle of New Orleans’ Tour Service

2009-12-27T23:47:56Z

The Mississippi River paddlewheeler Creole Queen is once again making daily tours to Chalmette Battlefield from the French Quarter, giving visitors a unique way to reach the site of the 1815 Battle of New Orleans.

The battlefield, part of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, was a daily destination for the Creole Queen until Hurricane Katrina devastated the area in fall 2005.

Redesigned Buffalo Bill Gallery to Help Visitors ‘Know the Man’

2011-10-10T04:42:33Z

A new, state-of-the-art and interactive Buffalo Bill gallery at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyo. will open May 2012, and museum officials started the journey by packing up more than 3,700 objects from the old gallery for storage.

The theme of the redesigned Buffalo Bill gallery will be "William F. ‘Buffalo Bill' Cody: Man of the West; Man of the World," and visitors will be invited to "Encounter a great American icon again...for the very first time."