heritage tourism

We Found a 150-Year-Old Ghost Town Hidden in a Florida Wilderness

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Weathered entrance sign for Ethel Cemetery, established in 1880, standing beside a grassy field within Rock Springs Run State Reserve in Florida.

Some Places Refuse to Be Forgotten Most people visit Rock Springs Run State Reserve for the hiking trails, wildlife, and beautiful Florida wilderness. We came looking for a ghost town. Hidden beneath towering pines and miles of sandy trails lies the forgotten community of Ethel, Florida. Once home to pioneering families, a railroad stop, a … Read more

The Real Uncle Tom: Reclaiming Josiah Henson’s Legacy

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Front entrance of Josiah Henson Museum & Park in North Bethesda Maryland with portrait of Josiah Henson and text “The Real Uncle Tom.”

TMP Covert Ops | Operation Iron Lantern Mission 6 Before “Uncle Tom” became an insult, he was a hero. Explore the Josiah Henson Museum & Park in North Bethesda and discover the true story of the man who defied slavery and led more than 100 souls to freedom. “History isn’t just written by the victors … Read more