Visiting the Reading Pagoda: Pennsylvania’s Japanese Oddity
Several years ago, I lived in Asia for 2.5 years teaching English and traveling around the continent. This experience gave me a great appreciation for Asian culture, and I’m always …
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The Ultimate List of Completely Free Things to Do in Pittsburgh
As one of the top destinations in the region, it isn’t hard to find great things to do in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. However, if you are looking for free things to …
Learning How Soap is Made at Sunrise Soap Company in York
Located along a busy street in downtown York is Sunrise Soap Company. Founded in 2005, Sunrise Soap Company is on the forefront of the trend towards more natural soaps. And, …
Uncovering the Legacy of Albert Gallatin at Friendship Hill National Historic Site
Tucked away in the southwestern corner of the Laurel Highlands is one of Pennsylvania’s most historic homes. Known as Friendship Hill National Historic Site, this was the home of Albert …
Uncovering Pennsylvania’s Religious Heritage at Ephrata Cloister in Lancaster County
When Pennsylvania was founded by William Penn in 1681, one of the core tenants of the new colony was religious freedom. While this freedom might seem ordinary today, it was …
Visiting the Everhart Museum: NEPA’s Oldest Public Museum
When you think of museums in Scranton, it’s likely that the city’s great transportation and coal mining history are what first come to mind. However, sitting in a corner of …
How to Get to Luke’s Falls and Buttermilk Falls in Lehigh Gorge State Park
I’m always on the lookout for waterfalls in my travels around Pennsylvania. And, while I love a great hike along little-explored creeks, there is something awesome about finding easy-to-reach waterfalls …
Visiting the Susquehanna County Historical Society Museum in Montrose, PA
Located in northern Pennsylvania, along Interstate 81, Susquehanna County is often bypassed without much of a thought. However, for those looking to get off the highway and learn more about …
Touring the Incredible Workshop of Bluett Bros. Violins in York
When you think of beautifully-crafted, hand-made violins, the city of York, Pennsylvania, probably isn’t the first place that comes to mind. That is, of course, unless you are a string …
Pizza Crawling Through the Pizza Capital of the World: Old Forge, Pennsylvania
One of the things I love about traveling around Pennsylvania is the local foods that can be found in various corners of the state. While you can find them elsewhere, …