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This post was originally published on this siteWith summer now in the rearview mirror, West Virginia is bursting with stunning fall colors. The Mountain State’s points of higher elevation are cooling down and make leaf peeping a perfect escape from the lingering heat. You can find the latest fall foliage updates across the state by looking at our Live Leaf Map! This week, explore West Virginia’s extraordinary fall foliage in these featured areas. Tucker County Tucker County is home to some of West Virginia’s most beautiful spots this time of the year. Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis is a heavily wooded area with several varieties of color-changing trees, including yellow birch, American beech, black cherry, red maple and others. The “black” appearance of the iconic waterfall’s water is a result of tannic acid from fallen red spruce and fallen hemlock needles staining the water, which makes this one of the most unique destinations in the state to see peak fall foliage. Take the easy yet rewarding hike to Lindy Point Overlook for astonishing views of the Blackwater River Canyon below. Extend your visit with an overnight stay in a cozy cabin tucked within the forest or the newly renovated

This post was originally published on this siteMinnesota Labor History Tour Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 09/25/2024 – 14:25 Discover the dramatic story of work and labor in Minnesota from the nineteenth century to today. On this tour, a Mill City Museum guide will tell of the actions taken by workers and activists to improve the lives of working people, including those in the milling industry and in related industries throughout the city, and the response of management in the Citizens Alliance to create anti-union policies. Tour guests will also gain insight into how labor was divided across lines of race, class, and gender and the role of organized labor today. Among the stories highlighted will be the 1903 and 1917 flour milling strikes, the Truckers Strike of 1934, and the life and career of Nellie Stone Johnson, a union organizer and the first African American elected to citywide office in Minneapolis. The tour will take place in the historic Washburn A Mill. The tour includes no more than 1 mile of moderately paced walking on uneven surfaces. General admission to the museum is included in the cost of the tour. aea7dc43713a2c31d0d07b157762ec6e4fae5e3d.png October 20, 2024 3 p.m. to 30 a.m. December

This post was originally published on this siteMillers’ Tour Anonymous (not verified) Wed, 09/25/2024 – 14:25 Tour the National Historic Landmark Washburn A Mill Complex, the home of Mill City Museum, focusing on how the flour mill operated and the lives of the people who worked there. This 60-minute guided tour includes many nooks and crannies, plus regular museum admission. Limit of 20 per tour. 8aef58b5a517c324bd6e78fd18f6e04d5615b272.png October 06, 2024 30 p.m. to 30 a.m. October 13, 2024 30 p.m. to 30 a.m. October 27, 2024 30 p.m. to 30 a.m. 1 October 6, 2024 – October 6, 2024October 13, 2024 – October 13, 2024October 27, 2024 – October 27, 2024 Arts & Culture Events History & Heritage Events Minneapolis-St. Paul Event Minneapolis-St. Paul Minneapolis This article: Millers’ Tour has been curated from our friends at Explore Minnesota and the original in it’s entirety can be found here: https://www.exploreminnesota.com/event/millers-tour/36836

This post was originally published on this siteCreate Lasting Memories at Wind Cave National Park Create Lasting Memories at Wind Cave National Park Experience awe-inspiring landscapes and ancient wonders deep inside the earth at one of America’s oldest national parks. Wind Cave National Park is one of the world’s oldest and most complex caves, and the surrounding prairie grasslands and forested hillsides are home to bison, elk, coyotes, mountain lions and plenty of other wildlife. It all combines to make the ideal oasis for those searching for natural peace and beauty. Wind Cave isn’t just a national park. It’s an opportunity to explore two worlds while reconnecting with yourself and nature. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a complete replacement and modernization of the elevator system, tours of Wind Cave will be closed from May 2024 through early winter. There is no access to the cave during this project. Updates will be posted here when available. chloe.smith Wed, 09/25/2024 – 16:21 A ranger-led tour at Wind Cave National Park Candlelight Tours at Wind Cave Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center When you arrive at the park, the visitor center is a great first stop. Explore the exhibit rooms to learn about the history of