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As someone who has gone through the process and gotten a property on the National Register, I can absolutely state they are rigid and accurate on what they recognize. Use the information and list of locations to explore the lesser known bits of history around you. Not everything has an admittance fee and big neon sign out front. Find those important places that shaped your area.
https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/index.htm
I always have my students write a paper about a virtual museum tour, it is a great way to explore history without having to fight the traffic.
Travel + Leisure Magazine has a nice jumping off point, 16 museums which have the virtual tour option available:
https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours
Hopefully this sparks your interest in getting to the museum you view. there's nothing better than being there, but this can be a good substitute at the right time.
The Smithsonian Magazine is available online, no subscription needed. Keep up on the latest finds, new explorations and the best coverage of history anywhere.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/
If you need a reminder, subscribe to the newsletter. They will send you links to great stories according to your preferences.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/email/
Bank of America offers our cardholders free general admission – during the first full weekend of every month – to cultural institutions across the United States.
So, if you have a debit card or credit card from BofA, add this to your free travel planning.
https://about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-find-locations-map
Chase Museums on Us is a fantastic program that offers eligible Chase credit and debit cardholders free admission to hundreds of museums, historical sites, and cultural institutions across the United States on the first full weekend of every month.
https://www.wonderfulmuseums.com/museum/chase-museums-on-us/
Those of us who love exploring history, many times also love travel. The crossover is easy to see. You read and learn about it, then you want to see the location. One way you can do this without leaving the house or breaking the bank is online. I like Rick Stev es Monday Night Travel. Give it a try, I'm sure you'll like it too:
https://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/travel-classes/monday-night-travel
He introduces the events in this way: Are you dreaming of travel? Join us live on Mondays for our Monday Night Travel series! Together we'll journey to destinations across Europe and beyond with expert guests leading the way. Each week, you'll learn about art, history, food, and culture while picking up tried-and-true travel tips along the way. You'll even have a chance to ask questions during a live Q&A. Whether you're planning a specific trip, dreaming up vacation ideas, or craving a virtual adventure with our merry band of travelers, Monday Night Travel welcomes you aboard!
All local historic societies and locations need help to stay running. Think ab being that help from home!
Take the grant writing courses through the following sites and build up your resume, skills and professional portfolio material.
https://www.nonprofitready.org/grant-writing-classes
https://alison.com/tag/grant-writing
https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
https://ylai.state.gov/online-courses/fundamentals-of-grant-writing/
https://www.eventbrite.com/d/online/free--events/grant-writing-classes/
Once you feel ready, take the exam for certification. (https://www.grantcredential.org/) This is an asset to any organization. Take the knowledge and ask to write a grant for your local library or park system to get a foot in the door and experience with the process. Grant writing is a large WFH segment of the workforce!
This topic may seem a stretch, but your own history is very valuable and can teach you a lot about daily lives. Genealogy is the tool to a second passport (I can cover this more in the future) and learning about your own path to where you are. Familysearch.org is a free site and easy to use for locating ancestors. The documents they hold are immense. You can see pictures and documents from your family you never knew existed. Let this be a jumping off point for a deeper dive into history!
