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Black Entertainment History at the Academy Museum

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We spent half the day at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which is amazing if you love movies. Balcony Seating Only , by Gary Simmons You'll find some artwork interspersed with film posters, costumes, and other props, like the above sculpture that is an actual staircase that was inspired by a photo of a segregated theater in Alabama.

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Immerse Yourself in Arte

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Yes, I spelled it Arte, because we're going to Arte Museum, one of the newest immersive attractions in Las Vegas. At Hopscotch, the exhibits are very light focused and at Arte Museum, it is very nature focused. At Hopscotch, the exhibits are very light focused and at Arte Museum, it is very nature focused.

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Why You Should Celebrate St. Patrick's Day In Ireland

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Photo by Skyler Gerald on Unsplash With the holiday in Ireland becoming more secular and less celebrated came a brilliant idea from the government! photo credit Awesome Fact: Witness the shortest St. It works at over 40 attractions, including the two following suggestions, a visit to Dublin Castle, Dublin Museum, and the Dublin Zoo.

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5 Budget Destinations for May

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Photo by James Ting on Unsplash Santorini, Greece Are you looking to get some sun and culture and also get the heck out of the country? Photo by Ronny Rondon on Unsplash Grand Cayman May is right between high season and hurricane season and is perfect for those that love to do water activities like snorkeling and diving.

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5 Affordable Valentine's Travel Destinations

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If you are brave enough to go outside, walk the Magnificent Mile, take photos in front of the Bean, see some outdoor art, and enjoy Lurie Garden in Millennium Park. There are tons of great museums, including the awesome interactive Convergence Station by Meow Wolf. All of these things are free, so you can spend money on dining out.

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Apps to Learn Back History On Your Travels

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While you can use it to find others who want to do the same tours or museums as you, there is a whole section called Global Black Diaspora History and Culture collection that allows you to learn more Black History on your travels and share those experiences with others who are also traveling at the same time.

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May 3 & 4 | Bank of America Museums on Us

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This weekend, May 3 and 4, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders can get free access to 150 participating museums in 88 cities. The Details: Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4 | Each Bank of America or Merrill Lynch cardholder gets FREE general admission to 150 museums nationwide. List of participating museums.'