In a message dated 2/9/2008 8:42:28 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
a thriving and vital community that has much to offer residents and visitors alike." The National Trust said it recognizes American cities and towns that are committed to historic preservation and community revitalization. >From _Historic group pitches 12 tourist destinations - USATODAY.com_ (http://www.usatoday.com/travel/destinations/2008-02-07-historic-group-distinctive-to wns_N.htm) Tourism -- Other suggestions from the National Trust: • Aiken, S.C., which boasts 19th-century heritage with cosmopolitan flair. • Apalachicola, Fla., a charming coastal town known for its seafood, waterfront, eclectic shops and historic buildings. • Columbus, Miss., the birthplace of playwright Tennessee Williams, it mixes Southern history, natural beauty and culture with antebellum homes spared during the Civil War. • Crested Butte, Colo., a former coal mining village in the Rockies that mixes rugged beauty, history and adventure. • Fort Davis, Texas, a 19th-century western frontier town that offers majestic scenery and wildlife but no traffic lights or chain stores. • Friday Harbor, Wash., a small, well-preserved community in the San Juan Island chain that is ideal for outdoor adventurers, wildlife enthusiasts and history buffs. • Portland, Ore., mixes a small town feel and urban vitality with natural beauty. • Portsmouth, N.H., an elegant seaport and the nation's third-oldest city, it offers culture, coastal beauty, and historic buildings. • Red Wing, Minn., one hour south of the Twin Cities, this historic town features architectural gems and a natural environment. • San Juan Bautista, Calif., dubbed the "City of History" for its Spanish colonial architecture. • Wilmington, N.C., has a charm and style dating back nearly three centuries. It has riverboats, battleships, grand old mansions, gardens, Civil War sites and historic museums. **************Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp003000000025 48)
