From New England to Virginia, history buffs and patriotic travelers can walk where American history unfolded in honor of the celebration of our nation's 250th anniversary this weekend.Many of these destinations offer an array of events, including immersive exhibits that shed light on the colonial and Federal eras.Whether through guided walking tours, ranger-led programs or living-history demonstrations, these destinations help bring America's founding to life.ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNEARTH SECRETS OF LANCASTER COUNTY'S OLDEST TAVERN, BURIED FOR CENTURIES BENEATH PASTUREHere are five standout places to visit to soak up the nation's history.These experiences and venues can be enjoyed at a variety of time periods.Check the relevant websites for more details. As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, travelers can explore historic destinations that helped shape the nation's founding.
(Jessica Rinaldi/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)This must-do tour in downtown Boston spans roughly 2.5 miles and connects 16 historically important sites.The trail includes the Old South Meeting House, the Old North Church and the Paul Revere House, among others.'QUIET TRAVEL' IS HAVING A MOMENT: HERE ARE TOP US SPOTS WHERE YOU CAN EMBRACE THE TRENDIt features Faneuil Hall, known as the "Cradle of Liberty" for the patriot meetings and speeches held there, as well as the Old State House, the site of the Boston Massacre."Preserved and dedicated by the citizens of Boston in 1951, the Freedom Trail is a unique collection of museums, churches, meeting houses, burying grounds, parks, a ship, and historic markers that tell the story of the American Revolution and beyond," the Freedom Trail's website says.Boston's Freedom Trail connects some of the nation's most significant Revolutionary War sites along a walk through the city's historic center.(iStock)Independence National Historical Park features several significant buildings and structures important to the American Revolution.Most fam...