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Explore the Midwest: Culture, Cuisine, and Natural Wonders

The Midwest is a vibrant region known for its diverse culture, stunning natural landscapes, and rich history. With a population of over 66 million and attractions like Chicago's Willis Tower and the iconic Mt. Rushmore, this area offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and rustic charm. Experience local dishes such as Cincinnati chili and the Reuben sandwich, and learn about influential figures like Neil Armstrong. Join us in discovering the famous Great Lakes and the mighty rivers that define this storied region of the United States.

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Explore the Midwest: Culture, Cuisine, and Natural Wonders

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  1. The Midwest

  2. http://region.petjournalmidwest.com/regions.htmlhttp://neelyville.k12.mo.us/~hes/HV4/regionwq/http://region.petjournalmidwest.com/regions.htmlhttp://neelyville.k12.mo.us/~hes/HV4/regionwq/

  3. Population • 2010: 66,927,001 • Change 2000-2010: 5.1% • 5.1% Average Percentage of Foreign Born Persons (2005-2009)

  4. Major Geographic Features • Mississippi River • Missouri River • The Great Lakes http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mississippi_Riverhttp://writing.upenn.edu/projects/mississippi.php

  5. Racial/Ethnic Make-Up in 2010

  6. Famous City: Chicago • Popular attractions: • Cloud gate • Willis Tower • "It is hopeless for the occasional visitor to try to keep up with Chicago. She outgrows his prophecies faster than he can make them." - Mark Twain http://buasbchicagopaws.wordpress.com/http://www.iasaglobal.org/iasa/Chicago.asp

  7. Tourist Attractions • Mt. Rushmore http://www.cosmos.com/Product.aspx?trip=28600&source=CO_Product_Western_USAhttp://jojonews.com/tag/the-mall-of-america

  8. Unique Midwest • Neil Armstrong • Republican Party http://www.aeronautix.eu/tl_files/aeronautix/stuff/frontend/blog/neil_armstrong.jpg http://www.dailypolitical.com/politics/republican-party-resurgence-begins-as-texas-legislature-starts.htm

  9. Music http://www.retrorockers.net.au/page36.phphttp://groups.uni-paderborn.de/musik/blog/?page_id=6422 http://kasse4.wordpress.com/2010/02/02/abba-in-der-rock-and-roll-hall-of-fame/

  10. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hcLtviIg5w

  11. Food • Cinncinati Chili • Reuben Sandwich http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reuben_sandwich

  12. Current Event 116 killed by Missouri tornado http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XT7CtF5ljxY

  13. Citation • 116 killed by Missouri tornado, tying it for deadliest on record. n.d. 15 September 2011 <http://articles.cnn.com/2011-05-23/us/missouri.tornado_1_tornado-outbreak-joplin-jay-nixon?_s=PM:US>. • Alan Freed. n.d. 15 September 2011 <http://www.history-of-rock.com/freed.htm>. • Chicago Fun Facts. 2010. 12 September 2011 <http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/about_the_city/fun_facts.html>. • Cinncinati Chili. 5 September 2011. 15 September 2011 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cincinnati_chili>. • Cleveland Plus Rock History. n.d. 15 September 2011 <http://www.positivelycleveland.com/rock/rock-history/>. • Fact Monster. 2007. 14 September 2011. • Geography of the United States. 31 August 2011. 7 September 2011 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_the_United_States>. • Mount Rushmore National Memorial. n.d. 14 September 2011 <http://www.travelsd.com/Attractions/Mount-Rushmore>. • MtRushmore.net. n.d. 14 September 2011 <http://www.mtrushmore.net/>. • Neil Armstrong. 4 September 2011. 14 September 2011 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neil_Armstrong#Voyage_to_the_Moon>. • Reuben Sandwich. 14 August 2011. 15 September 2011 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reuben_sandwich>. • Students, By Students for. ThinkQuest. n.d. 14 September 2011 <http://library.thinkquest.org/4552/newpage3.htm>. • This Day in History. n.d. 14 September 2011 <http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/republican-party-founded>. • tours and attractions. n.d. 12 September 2011 <http://www.choosechicago.com/attractions/>. • United States Midwest Region. n.d. 15 September 2011 <http://www.foodbycountry.com/Spain-to-Zimbabwe-Cumulative-Index/United-States-Midwest-Region.html>. • Wikipedia. Mall of America. 12 September 2011. 14 September 2011 <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mall_of_America>.

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