If you're ever in my hometown...

AGDee · #1 12-12-2009, 10:55 AM

If you're ever in Dearborn, Michigan, you should go to Greenfield Village, an outdoor museum of historical buildings that Henry Ford has had moved there, including the Wright Brother's Bicycle Shop where they made their first airplane, a courthouse where Lincoln once practiced as an attorney, slave quarters, homes of Noah Webster, Stephen Foster, old school houses.. very neat, unique experience!

ETA: I have seen The Big Chicken.. hilarious!

pshsx1 · #2 12-12-2009, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by AGDee

If you're ever in Dearborn, Michigan, you should go to Greenfield Village, an outdoor museum of historical buildings that Henry Ford has had moved there, including the Wright Brother's Bicycle Shop where they made their first airplane, a courthouse where Lincoln once practiced as an attorney, slave quarters, homes of Noah Webster, Stephen Foster, old school houses.. very neat, unique experience!

I love Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village!!! I haven't been in like 8 years! I need to go back.. I'm only in Southfield.

If you're ever in Plano, TX on a Friday night, you should stop by Clark Stadium! It got a multimillion dollar face lift a few years ago and the football games that take place there are nothing like they are at any other stadium I've been to. Although you may not be familiar with either team playing, the atmosphere is hard to beat.

Otherwise, take a stroll around downtown Plano. It's really nice and has a small suburb/historic feel. Also, there are a bunch of tasty places to eat.

AGDee · #3 12-13-2009, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by pshsx1

I love Henry Ford Museum/Greenfield Village!!! I haven't been in like 8 years! I need to go back.. I'm only in Southfield.

If you're ever in Plano, TX on a Friday night, you should stop by Clark Stadium! It got a multimillion dollar face lift a few years ago and the football games that take place there are nothing like they are at any other stadium I've been to. Although you may not be familiar with either team playing, the atmosphere is hard to beat.

I know you're heading home soon, but this weekend is a great time to go to the Village. They have the homes all decorated for Christmas, as they would be in the era of each home, with special demonstrations, etc.

PM_Mama00 · #4 12-13-2009, 12:32 AM

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Originally Posted by AGDee

If you're ever in Dearborn, Michigan, you should go to Greenfield Village, an outdoor museum of historical buildings that Henry Ford has had moved there, including the Wright Brother's Bicycle Shop where they made their first airplane, a courthouse where Lincoln once practiced as an attorney, slave quarters, homes of Noah Webster, Stephen Foster, old school houses.. very neat, unique experience!

ETA: I have seen The Big Chicken.. hilarious!

Dee you stole mine! I guess I'll go with Detroit...

If you're ever in Detroit, first of all don't be scared. If it's Christmas time, visit Campus Martius and go ice skating. If it's not, visit Greektown. There are a few really good authentic Greek restaurants and a pretty nice casino.

ASTalumna06 · #5 12-13-2009, 01:08 AM

If you're ever in Providence, RI, be sure to check out WaterFire (http://www.waterfire.org/). On nights throughout the summer (mostly Saturdays), gondolas make their way around the rivers throughout the city and light these huge torches. It's gorgeous, and downtown Providence comes to life. It's a must if you're ever in the state!

pshsx1 · #6 12-13-2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by PM_Mama00

Dee you stole mine! I guess I'll go with Detroit...

If you're ever in Detroit, first of all don't be scared. If it's Christmas time, visit Campus Martius and go ice skating. If it's not, visit Greektown. There are a few really good authentic Greek restaurants and a pretty nice casino.