I'm sure that I'm not the only one who has been thinking of all of the things that I want to do once the pandemic calms down. I'm not sure that it will ever be done with, but that's for another blog. Anyway, it's like the list we all make of the things we'd do if we won the lottery. And, in a way, being able to go back to a somewhat normal existence will be like winning the lottery and I look forward to that!
One thing that has come to light in my mind during all of this is how little I have explored the Triad. I have lived here for 28 years and there are so many things I haven't explored and places I haven't been to. Growing up, my parents were very good about taking Bill and I to places of history. They comprised many of our vacations. We went to Colonial Williamsburg and many historic homes like Mount Vernon and Monticello. We went to Washington, DC to see our cousin "Uncle" Bernie and spent time at all of the Smithsonian Institute Museums. They were amazing! They were such great trips and those are the kinds of places I want to explore first.
I think this is going to be a great place for me to start....in my own backyard.
Old Salem
I haven't been to Old Salem in probably 35-40 years. I have definitely driven by it while living here but have not been to it. I remember going with the family when I was a child but I don't remember a whole lot about it. I believe that currently all of the buildings and exhibits are closed, but the grounds are open. Either way, I would love to just go and look around. And if I have to go back later when the buildings open back up, so be it!
Farmer's Market
As long as I have lived here, I have never been to the Piedmont Triad Farmer's Market. I have always shopped at grocery stores. There is actually a curbside market every Saturday around the corner from me, which I also intend to explore, but I would like to start going to this one. You can get all kinds of locally grown produce, meats, plants, baked goods, wine, etc. Why I have not gotten myself out there before, I don't know. It's open currently so this will definitely be on my list when the weather gets warmer!
Greensboro History Museum
Established in 1924, I have only been to the History Museum as a caterer. And even then, it was only a delivery. Since I call Greensboro home now, I definitely need to visit and learn up about the history of this city. They are open now and require masks, so this may happen sooner!
International Civil Rights Museum
Going hand in hand with the History Museum is the ICRM. The sit in at the Woolworth's lunch counter was such an important part of American history and I am thankful that it is getting the recognition it deserves through this museum. It has always been in the back of my mind to go and see all of the exhibits, so I believe it's finally time. I don't go down town much anymore but this will be a great incentive for me!
Reynolda House and Museum
This is another historic home that I would love to see and haven't yet. I do love a good, old house! And this is right up my alley. Plus, so much amazing artwork. Not sure when it will be open for tours again. The website said tours were cancelled through November 2020, but there was no update. Still, I'm sure it will be worth the wait! After all, I've waited this long LOL
Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum
I have always been intrigued by this beautiful set of buildings along highway 70 in Sedalia, NC. I know very little about Charlotte Brown, but would love to learn more. The Palmer Memorial Institute was founded in 1902 and ran until around 1971. This seems to be an historically important institution that has apparently gotten overlooked in history books (among so many other things). According to the website, it's open still, so I must go!
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