Quarter Miles Travel

Quarter Miles Travel

Travel and adventure stories inspired through the designs on the U.S. Mint Quarters and commemorative coins.

Recent Episodes

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March 16, 2026

Episode 36 – Joanne Bland Spirit of Courage

Joanne Bland Spirit of Courage Who is Joanne Bland Spirit of Courage. There are places in America where the ground remembers. Where every step carries an echo. Where every bridge holds a story. The Alabama quarter bears the words, Spirit of Courage. Not as decoration, but as truth. Because courage lived here. It walked these streets in worn shoes and steady faith. It stood in the face of anger with quiet resolve. It belonged to women—young and determined—who believed that their footsteps could
March 7, 2026

Lady Liberty and Her Little Sisters

Travel Guide: Lady Liberty and Her Little Sisters Across America A Quarter Miles Travel Companion Guide For travelers inspired by Lady Liberty’s story, there’s more to explore than just New York Harbor. From the towering original to the smaller replicas placed across America by the Boy Scouts of America, these monuments offer a fascinating journey through American history, civic pride, and community spirit. Think of this guide as a “Liberty Trail” — where each stop reveals a different chapter
Feb. 22, 2026

Buffalo Soldiers Travel Guide

Buffalo Soldiers Travel Guide: Places to Visit, Learn & Experience This show features the U.S. Mint Texas State Quarter. “The Texas quarter is the third of 2004 and the 28th in the 50 State Quarters Program. The quarters are issued in the order the states were admitted into the Union. On December 29, 1845, Texas became the 28th state to be admitted into the Union. The Texas quarter incorporates the distinctive outline of the State with a superimposed star and the inscription, “The Lone Star Sta
Feb. 7, 2026

Destination: President’s Day Little Known Presidential Stories

Destination: President’s Day Little Known Presidential Stories For President’s Day, it’s the perfect time to share a few ” President’s Day Little Known Presidential stories – some funny and some will have you saying, “I didn’t know that.” Take a listen to the show filled with stories. And, start planning a journey to see the many Presidential sites, monuments, libraries and childhood homes around the country. Presidential Libraries & Museums These are the official archival libraries and museu
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Jan. 24, 2026

Destination: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Life and Legacy

Destination: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Life and Legacy Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. – legacy and leadership can be visited and experienced around the U.S. During our country’s semiquincentennial (America’s 250th birthday) it’s the perfect time to explore and visit our historic sites. America’s stories are told in the places listed below. A Traveler’s Guide to His Life & Legacy Museums • Homes • Churches • Memorials • Historic Trails 1. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park Address:
Jan. 10, 2026

Destination: History of American Coinage

Destination: History of American Coinage The History of American coinage will start as the United States begins preparing for a major milestone: the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding in 2026. One of the first federal institutions to mark that moment is the United States Mint—through a new series of commemorative and circulating coins.To help introduce these designs, Kristie McNally, Acting Director of the United States Mint, at the official unveiling held in Philadelphia on December 1