Thomas Kenning is an author, educator, and adventurer. He has written extensively about Washington, DC for his own blogs and on a freelance basis. Mr. Kenning is the creator of the award-winning Openendedsocialstudies.org, a library of free lesson plans and travel writing designed to foster a sense of wonder about the world and our place in it. When he is not travelling to some far-flung corner of the Earth, he resides with his wife and daughter (a DC native!), planning his next improbable adventure and trying to leave the planet a little bit nicer than he found it.
Captures haunting images of derelict vessels, symbolizing the broken dreams of leisure and loss. Far and away, there are more recreational craft registered in Florida than any other single state....
They rise, limbs interlocked like a mighty phalanx engaged in a slow northward march along Florida’s coast. Collectively, they are battered and diminished after a century-long struggle. Yet, dutiful and...
Consider these improbable vistas found along the shores of Tampa Bay—an abandoned island fortress stands guard over a federally-designated bird sanctuary. The remains of a ruined cross-bay bridge are repurposed...
The decades after World War II were a golden age for roadside attractions in the Sunshine State. The advent of the family automobile put Florida’s exotic flora and fauna within...
Abandoned Coastal Defenses of Alabama is a down-and-dirty guided tour through Fort Morgan and Fort Gaines, the retired guardians of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. For nearly 200 years, these hauntingly beautiful...
Abandoned Florida: Sunshine Sentinels is a stunning visual survey of Florida’s historic coastal defenses—those sun-faded outposts of empire, crumbling now on shifting sands near the end of the beach. Discover...
There's so much more to Washington, DC than granite and limestone. Discover a side of our nation's capital that goes beyond the carefully manicured landmarks, where ruins become de facto...
📸✨ Just picked up NolaDeej’s *Deserted New Orleans* and it is outstanding!
It is outstanding to learn the history of abandoned New Orleans from a true native who knows every back road and forgotten corner of the city. His passion for the lost and forgotten is evident on every single page — you can feel the respect and wonder in his words and photos as he brings those haunting landmarks back to life.
The images pull you right in, capturing that beautiful Southern decay and the stories time tried to erase. It’s the kind of book that makes you slow down, linger, and really see the magic in what most folks drive right past.
Highly recommended for your coffee table — it’s one you’ll keep coming back to with your morning coffee, flipping through and getting lost in the history all over again. If you love urban exploration, Southern charm, or just damn good storytelling through pictures, this one’s a must-have. 🤠📖
Big thanks to NolaDeej for sharing his hometown’s hidden side with the world!
Deserted New Orleans: A Journey Through Abandoned Landmarks
Stephanie
This author does an excellent job at explaining the importance and history behind these now abandoned buildings. The photographs in this book are breathtaking. Every page you turn feels like you’re transported back in time. I highly recommend this book if you’re interested in history and abandoned asylums. 100/10!
Abandoned Asylums and Institutions of Massachusetts: The Bay State of Decay Rises
Rosa
Incredible history of New jersey’s southern beaches towns with great photos!
I purchased this second volume of the Ocean Access series; part one was for the northern beaches (point pleasant, LBI) - this one covers those between Atlantic City and Cape May. While I’ve been to both of these towns, I’ve never made to the other ones featured in this book and WOW - they look amazing. Avalon, Sea isle City, Stone Harbor - The photos in this book make these towns look like postcards. I always wanted to learn about how these shore towns began, and these two Ocean Access books explain it perfectly.
Ocean Access: The Beachfront Towns of Atlantic & Cape May County, New Jersey
Ruth Mattingly
Great Asylum Documentation
Excellent documentation of the many asylums of New York. Great photography and plenty of interesting facts. Also a great explorer :)
Abandoned Asylums and Institutions of New York: The Empire State Strikes Back
C Sonder
“Memphis: Juke Joints, Civil Rights, and Soulful Nights” by Adam David is a heartfelt photographic tribute to the rich history and vibrant culture of Memphis. Through compelling street photography, David captures the city’s essence—from its musical heritage and civil rights landmarks to the enduring spirit of its people. This collection not only showcases iconic scenes but also delves into the narratives that have shaped Memphis, making it a must-have for both locals and visitors seeking a deeper connection to the city and the indelible mark it made on the blues and beyond.
Memphis: Juke Joints, Civil Rights, and Soulful Nights
Excellent book! It was such a good read, that I couldn't put it down. There were great stories with lots of interesting facts. Barry's writing style makes the reading informative and interesting. And each story includes amazing photographs that brought me right there to the scene of the action.
