Orange World in Orlando, Florida

One does not go to Orlando, Florida and not pick up kitschy souvenirs. From Orange World to the Wizard Head to a handful of pawn shop / flea markets, our journey away from the theme parks produced some of the best, most unexpected finds of the trip. 

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World I added quite a few vintage Mickey's to my collection for some upcoming shoots, I tried a few citrus souvenirs at Orange World, and I found the classiest salt & pepper shaker that Orlando had to offer hidden away on a back shelf at one of the flea markets. 

Orlando salt & pepper shaker.

 

World War II Memorial in Washington DC

Opened and dedicated in 2004, the World War II Memorial in Washington DC is located prominently on the National Mall. Complete with a reflecting pool, 56 pillars representing the states and territories of the United States, and two arches representing the Atlantic and Pacific theaters, the World War II Memorial is dedicated to all of the Americans who served. 

 

National World War II Museum in New Orleans

From former military equipment to vintage papers and artifacts to video and art installations, the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana provides an in-depth exploration of how WWII unfolded through a variety of American perspectives. These images provide a glimpse inside this impressively thorough museum in downtown New Orleans.