Women & Girls: Henrietta Duterte

1858. Imagine being a black woman suddenly widowed. Of the seven children you birthed, none survived. You are truly...

Q: What’s the most interesting grave you’ve found?

That’s a loaded question. I’m fascinated by the architecture of the stones, how symbols and art pass in and...

Q: Cemeteries?! Why??

In June 2022, I wrote about my love of cemeteries—that they’re one of the reasons I love to travel—to...

Women & Girls: Teachers

This month isn’t featuring one particular person, but ALL people in the field of education. While there are famous...

Women & Girls: Ida B. Wells-Barnett

Ida B. Wells-Barnett was a journalist and activist. She is most well-known for her crusade to end lynching. In...

Women & Girls: Trailblazers

A woman and her motorcycle—a love story. Meet four women who blazed the trail for women who like to...

Women & Girls: Ching Shih

Did you know the most successful pirate in history was a woman? Did you also know she was not...

Q: When you’re traveling, what types of things spark your imagination?

When traveling for fun, I expect to stumble upon info. Locals have the best stories! They know the people...

Women & Girls: Lucille Ball

Captain’s Log: Star Date 1960. LUCILLE BALL takes control of Desilu Studios to become the most powerful woman in...

Women & Girls: Dr. Gladys West

Using your GPS to guide your springtime travels? Thank DR. GLADYS WEST. Born in rural Virginia, education provided her...