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Continue reading →: Discover the Stories of Pawnee Rock in KansasWe were traveling along a quiet country road in a nice, comfortable, air-conditioned car, snacks and drinks right by our side. We noticed a tall sandstone outcropping with a sign letting us know that we were approaching Pawnee Rock State Historic Site. Halfway ThereWe stepped out in the sweltering Kansas…
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Continue reading →: Time Travel on the Plains: Exploring the Living History of Railroad Town at the Stuhr Museum(We were hosted by the Stuhr Museum as part of the Midwest Travel Network Conference. Opinions are our own.) Character. Craftsmanship. Community. Respect. All the things you wish were still around today. Thankfully, they still are at the Stuhr Museum in Grand Island, Nebraska. The museum was founded by Leo…
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Continue reading →: Bishop’s Palace, Galveston, Texas – A Dream House for Historic Architecture FansThe Bishop’s Palace – Beautiful marble, rich mahogany, intricate stained glass, ornate fireplaces, fourteen-foot ceilings – these are just a few of stunning details lovingly and creatively incorporated into the design of the incomparable “Bishop’s Palace” in Galveston, Texas. Some locals call it “Gresham’s Castle” because it was designed and built…
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Continue reading →: Exploring The Archway: A Pioneer Tribute in Kearney, NebraskaCould you leave your home, your family, your friends, knowing you may never see them again? Could you do what the pioneers did, traveling the Oregon Trail, California Trail or Santa Fe Trail? Have you ever wondered what it must have been like? I know a little bit about the…
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Continue reading →: Where History Meets Heart: The Lloyd Mitchell Spur CollectionGATESVILLE, TEXAS Maya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” An extraordinary man, Lloyd Mitchell, made others feel special – and his simple accidental find of a spur in…
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Continue reading →: We Have Rebranded! Welcome to Heritage Backroads!We’re David and Nancy Keaton, explorers with a deep appreciation for the stories sewn into the fabric of small towns and rural communities. We began with a simple idea: to slow down, take the scenic route, and discover the rich history that lies just beyond the main highways. Through Heritage Backroads,…
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Continue reading →: Walk Back in Time at the Waco Mammoth National MonumentSixty-five thousand years ago is a quite a bit older than we usually write about, but the Waco Mammoth National Monument is such an unusual part of the story of the Waco, Texas area that we can’t help but share it. In 1978, two young men were walking in a creek looking…
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Continue reading →: Experience the Old West at the Legendary Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City, KansasWho doesn’t like a good gunfight followed by a hearty meal and an entertaining variety show? If that sounds like your idea of a good time, get along down to the Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City, Kansas. Disclosure: Visit Dodge City hosted our visit to the Boot Hill Museum. As always, all opinions…
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Continue reading →: Tour the Lavish Moody Mansion in Galveston, TexasYou can’t miss it. It practically shouts out to you as you drive by. It’s a thing of beauty that can’t be ignored. It is the Moody Mansion in Galveston, TX. Moody is a name you will see all over Galveston. They have been a strong, influential family for over 150 years.…
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Continue reading →: Guarding the Prairie – Fort Hays, KansasSitting on an expansive prairie with gorgeous views for miles, Fort Hays was active from 1867 until 1889 and was populated at times between 17 and 560 soldiers. Well-known characters such as Wild Bill Hickock, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Custer all passed through the area, built on a major transportation…
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We’re David and Nancy Keaton
We’re David and Nancy Keaton, explorers with a deep appreciation for the stories sewn into the fabric of small towns and rural communities. We began with a simple idea: to slow down, take the scenic route, and discover the rich history that lies just beyond the main highways.
Through Heritage Backroads, we aim to share our passion for heritage travel,
immersing ourselves in the culture, architecture, and traditions that define each special community. From historic courthouses and quaint main streets to local festivals and mom-and-pop diners, we believe that every backroad leads to a story worth telling.
Whether you’re a fellow traveler, a history enthusiast, or someone who cherishes the
charm of small-town life, we invite you to join us as we explore the heritage and history that enriches our lives and connects us all.
So, hop in and take a ride down the backroads with us and discover the stories worth saving.
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