History

George Washington Carver statute. Photo: Tonya Fitzpatrick
“A traveler without observation is a bird without wings.”
— Moslih Eddin Saadi
No matter where you go, every place has a story and historical travel unpacks those stories.
From great struggles against oppressive forces to human ingenuity, the people and the places who have defined significant eras in human history move many to travel see where history was made. Travel through the historical places, see and observe what was then and how things are now. Every place has evolved over ages and become what it is today , hence you must visit history to understand the struggles and changes that came through with time.
Being able to walk where history was made, seeing the places that shaped legendary figures or experiencing life as our ancestors did, historical travel allows history to come to life in ways that transcend a history book.
The Parliament building in Ottawa stands as a regal expression of patriotism and tradition. By day, visitors can witness the impressive Changing of the Guards ceremony, a time-honored tradition that showcases the precision and discipline of Canada's military.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Father Moses Berry February marks Black History Month, and in celebration, World Footprints returns to Missouri; a state that has made a unique contribution to America’s history. Ian and Tonya will speak to their father Moses Berry, founder of the Ozarks African American Heritage Museum in Ash Grove. It has an extensive collection of photographs and artifacts of rural Afro-American life in the surrounding areas, preserved by the Berrys and other families over many years. Fr. Moses Berry is a contributor to An Unbroken Circle: Linking Ancient African Christianity to the African American Experience, a ground-breaking collection of essays. He, along with Fr. Alexii Altschul and others founded the annual Afro-American and Ancient Christianity Conferences sponsored by the Brotherhood of St. Moses the Black. He is in demand locally as [...]
his broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian travel to Mongomery, Alabama, the birthplace of the civil rights movement to explore iconic sites.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Tonya and Ian head to Detroit, Michigan to explore what the Henry Ford Museum is doing for Black History Month.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We travel to Curacao to explore the rich African heritage and culture that continues to influence the culture of the island today. Curacao, the "C" in the ABC islands, offers historical towns, untamed fields, and lots of outdoor recreation. (The other islands that up the westernmost islands of the Leeward Antilles are Aruba and Bonaire.) Willemstad, the capital and largest city of Curacao, resembles an Old World European metropolis that has been plopped in the Caribbean. Dutch colonial structures with vibrant colours reflect pinks, yellows, and blues into the emerald St. Anna Bay. Its charming pastel buildings and equally colorful history earned it recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage City. Here, you can choose between a difficult wall dive and a shallow snorkelling area. Of course, beaches are [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Let's learn about Baltimore's African American Heritage. Baltimore, Maryland has a number of unique attractions that showcase African-American culture and contributions in America. Nancy Hinds from the Baltimore Convention and Visitor's Bureau joins our show to share the city's interesting treasures. The city's residents have long been on the front lines of the struggle for civil rights and equality. It is hardly surprising that the city has been at the core of black culture given the sizeable African American population. Along the renowned "Chitlin' Circuit," Pennsylvania Avenue was a stop known for its jazz and theatre. Some of America's most significant musicians, such as pianist, were raised here. African American leaders also had a significant impact on the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. Baltimore residents [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We continue our conversation with Ricki Stevenson, founder of Black Paris Tours, as she introduces the rich culture that had defined Black Paris by taking us on a journey to the places made famous by Black soldiers, writers, and political exiles that came to the City of Light to flee American racism.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Angela DiSilva, President of the National Black Tourism Network, shares stories of celebrated figures from Missouri who rose from the ashes of slavery to national prominence. DaSilva has enjoyed a distinguished career as one of the region‟s foremost authorities on the topic of African-American history. In addition to serving in her role at Lindenwood for nearly four years, daSilva has also owned and operated the National Black Tourism Network in St. Louis, Mo., for more than 25 years. In addition to the state's more well-known sites, visitors are urged to discover Missouri's rich African American history legacy. The National Black Tourism Network, a full-service travel agency that specializes in tours of the African Diaspora, and experts like Angela daSilva highlight the history and rich heritage of African Americans [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We travel to Independence, Missouri where we explore the multiple attractions and fascinating history that add to the African-American legacy. Missouri's Independence is a major city in the United States. There are roughly 115,000 people living there. Many people refer to this city as the "Queen City of the Trails," and lots of tourists visit to take in the beautiful architecture and several Independence-related museums. Immerse yourself in American history from the period of the American Revolution and the Civil War, follow in the footsteps of Harry S. Truman, our 33rd President and beloved son, or spend some time at one of the top libraries for family history research in the country. Independence is better recognised as the hometown of President Harry S. Truman and for its significance in [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Explore the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum in Baltimore, Maryland.
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before rebranding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. Today we will explore the legacy of one of America’s great frontier families, Daniel Boone and his son Nathan, who helped settle the American frontier in Missouri. Dr. David Knolls and Grady Manus of Lindenwood University will introduce the historic home of Daniel Boone and Boonesfield Village, the place Daniel Boone launched America’s early exploration into the West. Then, David Roggensees of the Nathan Boone Homestead in Southwest Missouri—the Ozarks—will offer a glimpse into the life of Nathan Boone. In 1799, Daniel Boone (October 22, 1734 – September 26, 1820) relocated to Saint Charles County, Missouri's Femme Osage District. Louisiana at the time included Spanish Missouri. He passed away in Nathan Boone's house in Defiance, Missouri. Nathan Boone, a son of Daniel Boone, is the family link to [...]
This broadcast is a favorite legacy show that we produced under our old name Travel'n On and before re-branding as WORLD FOOTPRINTS. We'll explore Juneau, Alaska today. Travel'n On celebrates Alaska's 50th anniversary of their induction into the Union as the 49th State with a profile on the beautiful capitol city of Juneau. Lorene Palmer, President of the Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau tells Travel'n On why Juneau, Alaska is a unique and must see tourist destination. Then Juneau Mayor Bruce Botelho discusses his challenges of managing a city that is larger than some States and why he loves his city. Finally, Jane Lindsey, Director of the Juneau-Douglas City Museum, provides some insight into Juneau's unique history and culture. The state capital of Alaska is one of the state's most attractive cities and a popular tourist destination. With so much to see and do, Juneau is sure to have something [...]














