Hampton Hotels has announced the five landmarks that its team members will help preserve in 2011 as part of its Save-A-Landmark program. The sites to be restored include:
John Dickinson Plantation, Dover, Delaware-John Dickinson was one of the founding fathers of the United States, signer of the U.S. Constitution and nicknamed the “Penman of the Revolution.” The John Dickinson Plantation gives visitors a chance to step back into the 18th century home of its namesake. Guides in historic clothing conduct tours of “Home Place” and demonstrate activities to help visitors better understand lifestyles of the time period.
Kilauea Lighthouse, Kilauea, Hawaii-Built in 1913 on the northernmost island in Hawaii, the Kilauea Lighthouse served as a beacon of light to numerous ships that traveled to and from the Orient. Once a protector of the nautical traveler, the lighthouse stands as a symbol of old Hawaii and is considered one of the nation’s most intact historic light stations, The Kilauea Lighthouse is one of the most visited attractions in Hawaii with more than 500,000 visitors each year.
The Romance (Historic Westwood Theater), Rexburg, Idaho-Built in 1917, this historic theater made its debut as the Rex, showing silent films and hosting Vaudeville shows. Later remodeled in 1935, it reopened as the Romance and began showing “talkies,” or movies with sound. Later named the Westwood, the theater opened and closed several times before being purchased in 2005 by the City of Rexburg.
Children’s Museum of Bozeman, Bozeman, Montana-Dedicated to providing hands-on sensory exhibits and programs that foster imagination, curiosity, and promote self-confidence, the Children’s Museum of Bozeman offers a wide variety of exhibits for children of all ages. The museum also features various other educational outlets, such as after school programs, summer camps and early childhood education, along with other special events offered year-round.
Westerly Armory, Westerly, Rhode Island-The Westerly Armory was the first armory to be recognized by the State Preservation Commission, and opened the doors for the 17 other armories in the state of Rhode Island to gain attention and receive grants. The Westerly Armory museum houses both local community and military memorabilia and is the site of the oldest active civic band in the nation. This landmark is on the National Register of Historic Places and is also a Save America’s Treasures Site.
