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Historic Cities

Astoria Oregon: Gateway to the Pacific

Once discovered, Astoria, Oregon became the gateway waterway to the Pacific for the world.

Community Archaeology in Alexandria, Virginia

An overview of how archaeology done in cooperation with the community of Alexandria has influenced the city.

History of Davis Square, Somerville, MA

Located close to major universities in Boston, Davis Square is an ever evolving public gathering place.

History of Raleigh North Carolina

A brief look into the past of the beautiful city Raleigh, North Carolina

Immigrants in San Francisco: The Early Years of...

A look at the role played by immigrants in shaping the city of San Francisco after the Gold Rush

Impact of Immigration in New York City

The impact of immigration on the New York City culture and structure. Focusing on architecture, food, and trade/...

New Orleans' Spanish French Quarter

Contrasting what remains of French colonial architecture with the prevalent Spanish style in the French Quarter of New...

Pre WWII Berlin

This exhibit shows some of the highlights of Berlin Germany right before the second World War devastated the capital.

Providence,Rhode Island

A brief history of Providence, the capitol of Rhode Island through some of its famous citizens.

San Juan Capistrano

An brief urban history of Mission San Juan Capistrano, the gem of the California missions, and its relationship to the...

St Louis

A brief history of St Louis from 1763-1904

The Growth and Expansion of Portland, Oregon

A look at the city from 1870-1900, a time in which Portland went from a pioneer town to a booming metropolis, launching...

The Moravian Settlement of Salem, North Carolina

A brief history of the Moravian culture, and their autonomous religious master planned community of Salem.

Vienna

A history and analysis.

Why Portland was Nicknamed "Stumptown"

A short history of one of Portland's most famous nicknames, and its impact on the city's modern culture.

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