About: Angie Velasquez

New South Brewery [caption id="attachment_24983" align="alignright" width="425"] New South Brewery[/caption] A small microbrewery located in Myrtle Beach since its inception in 1998, New South Brewery is quickly becoming one of the best options for fresh, locally brewed beer in South Carolina. For participants over 21, take the brewery tour and tasting options to experience the…

Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach [caption id="attachment_24980" align="alignright" width="282"] Ripley's Aquarium Myrtle Beach[/caption] Of Ripley’s Believe It or Not fame, the Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach is a highly interactive accredited aquarium where all of your favorite marine animals find their home. From Ray Bay where you can touch stingrays and watch as divers feed these…

Brookgreen Gardens [caption id="attachment_23365" align="alignright" width="425"] Credit Brookgreen Gardens[/caption] National historic landmark and accredited zoo and museum, Brookgreen Gardens is unusual but equally fascinating complex that blends art, history, and wildlife within the beautiful South Carolina landscape. With tours and trails ranging from the seasonal Butterfly House and pontoon tours to year round Enchanted Storybook…

Howard University [caption id="attachment_32277" align="alignright" width="250"] Howard University Washington DC Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Since its inception in 1867, Howard University has been leading research and historically nonsectarian university. The university is renowned for its continuing support and work in breaking down barriers to abolish inequality in race, social, political, and economic circumstances. The red brick…

Lincoln Memorial [caption id="attachment_32280" align="alignright" width="425"] Lincoln Memorial Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] This classic Greek style monument was built to honor the Great Emancipator, Abraham Lincoln. The 16th president is perhaps best known for his striking appearance, command of speech during the famous Gettysburg Address, and his act of emancipating the slaves during the Civil War.…

National Law Enforcement Memorial Dedicated in October 1991, the Law Enforcement Memorial honors the fallen officers who died in the line of duty. Located in Judiciary Square, the Law Enforcement Memorial is a lasting legacy to those who gave their lives in service to their country and communities. More than 20,000 names of federal, state,…

Mary Mcleod Bethune Statue Mary Mcleod Bethune was one of the country’s finest and most accomplished citizens, working in her time as an educator, presidential advisor, Civil Rights activist, politician, and a leader of men. A statue in her honor was erected in July of 1974 in Lincoln Park, the largest park in Capitol Hill,…

National Mall [caption id="attachment_32293" align="alignright" width="425"] DC National Mall Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Millions of visitors start their Washington, D.C. tours at the National Mall every year. This two-mile stretch of land between the U.S. Capitol Building and the Lincoln Memorial is a beautiful, historic, tree-lined avenue where Americans gather for both fun and politics. This…