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Westbottoms to the crossroads: Presenting Kansas’ cultural canvas

July 20, 2017September 21, 2017

Living in the Midwest United States has taught me a few things about the history of the growth of our nation. For example, St.Louis Missouri …

Best From Our Students, Built Heritage, Heritage, Student Program, Underwater

The Ancient Underwater City of Baia

November 16, 2016December 27, 2016

I backpacked Europe 2 years ago. I made it a goal to see as many World Heritage Sites as I possibly could in the limited …

Arts and Crafts, Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Student Program, Traditions, Urban

Paducah Kentucky, A UNESCO Creative City

November 4, 2016January 18, 2018

Every year when I was a kid, my family and I took the drive from Florida to Missouri during the holidays. That 18 hour road …

Built Heritage, Heritage, Student Program, Traditions

“A Pile of Stones is Better Than a Pile of Gold”: Glimpse into Lebanese Vernacular Architecture

September 8, 2016September 8, 2016

Typically the Mediterranean is associated with a vast warm climate. Many of my friends, whom I personally asked ?what is the first thing that came …

Built Heritage, My Hometown Culture, Student Program, Traditions, Urban

Vernacular Architecture in the Mid-West United States

August 19, 2016August 23, 2016

Many people would ask what is different about vernacular architecture compared to regular architecture, I know I did. I found it especially challenging to talk …

Best of 2016, Food Heritage, Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Student Program, Traditions

America?s food heritage and its quest for the perfect barbeque

July 27, 2016October 7, 2017

America is known for its food. Or at the very least, its love of food. Food culture in America has changed dramatically in the past …

Photo Stories, Stories

My Passion for Exploring

July 2, 2016August 6, 2016

So bear with me, this is my first article I’ve written. I think ever… Like many of you, my passion is travel. I started when …