Category Archives: Massachusetts

Gravesite of William H. Carney

Join Jenn, as she visits Oak Grove Cemetery in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to honor William H. Carney, the first African American Medal of Honor recipient. Learn about Carney’s brave escape from enslavement, his education, and his heroic actions during the Battle of Fort Wagner that earned him this prestigious award. This episode also explores theContinue reading “Gravesite of William H. Carney”

Filming Locations of Jaws | 50 years later

Join historian Jenn, as she takes you on a detailed tour of Martha’s Vineyard, the iconic filming location for Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic, ‘Jaws’. Learn about the various locations used, including Oak Bluffs, Edgartown, and the famous Jaws Bridge. Discover fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, such as the challenges faced with the mechanical shark, Bruce, and howContinue reading “Filming Locations of Jaws | 50 years later”

Exploring Nantucket: Whaling History and the Inspiration Behind Moby Dick

In this episode of Walk with History, join Jenna in Nantucket, Massachusetts, as she explores the rich whaling history of the island. Starting at the Whaling Museum, Jenna delves into the significance of Nantucket as a former whaling capital. She explains the whaling process, the economic impact of whale oil, and the dramatic story ofContinue reading “Exploring Nantucket: Whaling History and the Inspiration Behind Moby Dick”

Ep 68 Travel Guide – Lizzie Borden house and gravesite | Fall River, MA

Lizzie Borden’s house is easy to find…but don’t miss out on the Fall River Historical Society! If you want to get as much as you can on the Victorian era trial of the century, this is the place to go. They have multiple options for detailed books, tours, and supposedly the largest collection of LizzieContinue reading “Ep 68 Travel Guide – Lizzie Borden house and gravesite | Fall River, MA”

Lizzie Borden house, history, and gravesite

Arrested for the murder of her parents, Lizzie Borden was acquitted…but with a lot of questions as to how and why. Join us as we visit the Borden house and the gravesite of one of the trials of the century. Plan your visit: https://lizzie-borden.com/ Learn something? 🎥 Donate a cup of coffee to a tankContinue reading “Lizzie Borden house, history, and gravesite”

Ep 66 Travel Guide – Birth place and Crypt of President John Adams | Quincy, MA

As our tour guide points out on the video, this is the only location where two presidents are buried in the same place (and also with their wives!) Tips If you are in the Boston area, these two locations are close together and definitely worth a visit. Especially if you want to get out ofContinue reading “Ep 66 Travel Guide – Birth place and Crypt of President John Adams | Quincy, MA”

The location of John Adams Birth and Death

Visiting the birthplace and gravesite of two presidents in one stop was the perfect history snack on our North East road trip! John Adams and John Quincy Adams are both buried in Quincy, Massachusetts…with their birthplaces right down the road! Learn something? 🎥 Donate a cup of coffee to a tank of gas. Support directly:Continue reading “The location of John Adams Birth and Death”