Machipongo, Virginia.
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In 1910, a new facility for the African American poor of Northampton County was constructed by contractor David A. Dunton at a cost of $2,436.00 It consisted of a large common room and ten separate rooms for the residents, . . .
(African Americans • Charity & Public Work) Includes complete text, location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
In 1910, a new facility for the African American poor of Northampton County was constructed by contractor David A. Dunton at a cost of $2,436.00 It consisted of a large common room and ten separate rooms for the residents, . . . (African Americans • Charity & Public Work) Includes complete text, location, directions, 2 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
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In colonial times, the Church was responsible for the poor and received public tax money. This policy ended with the founding of the United States and the separation of church and state. Northampton County opened its . . . 
Eighteenth century brick structure with wooden addition. The wooden half probably dates to the 1840's. The bricks were handmade and are laid in the Flemish Bond pattern. The kitchen features a large pyramid chimney and . . . 
Salt making began on the Eastern Shore of Virginia in the 1600's and continued until the early twentieth century. Salt was vital to Virginia. During the Civil War, Confederate soldiers from the Shore often defied the Union . . . 
Numerous water-powered gristmills existed on the Eastern Shore of Virginia from the 1600's until as late as the 1930's. Water from streams or tides turned undershot waterwheels operating the sometimes very dangerous . . . 
For thousands of years, the native peoples of the northern Great Basin met the challenge of living in this arid region. During the nineteenth century, contact with explorers and emigrants resulted in dramatic changes to the . . . 
Imagine traveling on the Oregon Trail. You woke this morning beside the Snake River. Tonight’s camp will be on the Malheur River. Sniff the fragrance as wagon wheels roll over the sagebrush and send its pungent aroma into . . . 
From the 1830s to the completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869, the Oregon Trail was the way west for thousands of restless Americans from all walks of life. Fired with a hope of finding a better life, more than . . . 
(Three panels are mounted on a common support) Under the Wagon Cover By the time the pioneers reached this point in their journey, many supplies had been exhausted or discarded to lighten their load. Many who had depended . . . 
In the tradition of “river god” sculpture, three bronze figures of Native Americans symbolize Philadelphia waterways. The man represents the Delaware River. The mature woman is the Schuylkill River, and the young woman is . . . 
Held at Logan Square from June 7-28, 1864, this event raised more than one million dollars for the Union cause during the Civil War. Formed to coordinate efforts of women volunteering to support the war effort, the . . . 
The trees along this parkway have been planted as a tribute of honor and gratitude to the men who served their country in the Great War Higher public spirit Better social order Civic Club
This plaque commemorates the site where His Holiness Pope John Paul II celebrated Mass and proclaimed his message of peace and love to the people of Philadelphia and the nation October 5, 1979 Presented by the Philadelphia . . . 
This portion of Logan Square was dedicated as Sister Cities Plaza in 1976 to recognize Philadelphia’s participation in the global Sister Cities Program, which builds peace, mutual understanding and economic ties through . . . 
In 2010, archeologists excavated this eastern portion of Logan Square, now called Sister Cities Park, in preparation for its renovation. In doing so, approximately 60 remnants of graves were uncovered, thought to be remnants . . . 
Polish astronomer Mikolaj Kopernik, known to English speakers as Nikolaus Copernicus, was the first to propose the earth revolves around the sun. In the 1500’s when the earth was thought to be the center of the universe, . . . 
To the Confederate women Whose pious ministration To our wounded soldiers, Soothed the last hours of those Who died far from the objects Of their tenderest love; Whose domestic labors Contributed much to supply The wants of . . . 
Erected in 1849
