Hi, I'm Ben. I'm an architect and museum exhibit designer who loves history, culture, and exploring new neighborhoods on foot. For years, I've worked with teams creating museum exhibits that uncover stories about why places feel the way they do, stories deeper and richer than those found in most travel guides.
But something always bugged me. Museums usually focus on big themes, leaving countless fascinating stories about local neighborhoods untold. Whether I was wandering through the streets of Portland, Oregon, or exploring the alleyways of Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, I often felt disappointed that the small-scale, intriguing histories around me rarely appeared in museums or guidebooks.
I realized travelers like you probably feel the same frustration. You're curious and care about understanding local culture, and you likely want meaningful history wherever you go. But you don't have hours to spend digging through obscure archives, blogs, and websites, especially when you're already on vacation.
That's why I built Storydex. It's designed to quickly reveal those hidden historical stories wherever you travel, providing short insights about the very places you walk past, almost like having a local friend with you. Storydex gathers dense historical research into bite-sized, accessible stories so you can effortlessly feel connected and informed, no matter where you are.
I hope Storydex helps you make the most of your explorations, deepening your connection to places and cultures worldwide. If you'd like to chat or share ideas, I'd love to hear from you. Storydex is an ongoing project, and I'm always excited to connect with fellow curious travelers like you!
