In commemoration of the nation's 250th anniversary of independence in 2026, this book explores what makes America distinctive from other countriesāits ideals, ingenuity, culture, and creativity. Through experiences at 250 places and events across the U.S., readers can discover the country's authentic attributes and inventions that inspire visitors worldwide. Rather than a historical timeline or collection of sites to visit, this book uses places to tell America's story. Where to learn about the birth of jazz in New Orleans, how the first shopping mall changed our retail habits, how the chocolate chip cookie was invented in a Massachusetts restaurant, and where to explore the evolution of architectureāfrom Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie Style to the modern skyscraper. Some places and events are well known, while others are quirky, off-the-beaten-path locations worth a detour. Our country was founded on revolutionary ideas; delve into this exploration of how to experience them still today across authentic America.
The book includes 100 photographs and directory information for all sites covered.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half-Title
- Dedication
- Title
- Contents
- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Introduction: We the People
- 1 Revolutionary Ideals
- 2 Forging New Frontiers: American Exploration
- 3 American Inventions and Ingenuity
- 4 Authentic American Design
- 5 American Flavors
- 6 American Authors and Artists
- 7 Americaās Soundtrack
- 8 Entertaining America
- 9 Great American Pastimes
- 10 American Industry, Innovations, and Entrepreneurship
- 11 Conserving the American Landscape
- 12 Iconic America
- 13 Americaās Global Icons: World Heritage Sites
- Afterword
- Alphabetical List of 250 Distinctly American Places to Explore
- List of 250 Distinctly American Places by State
- Additional Resources
- Index
- About the Author
- Copyright
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