Visiting the Braddock’s Battlefield History Center Near Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh and the rest of Allegheny County are an area that’s rich in history. However, few know that a battle was fought in the region many years ago. Known as …
Pittsburgh and the rest of Allegheny County are an area that’s rich in history. However, few know that a battle was fought in the region many years ago. Known as …
As a huge baseball fan, I’m always on the lookout for new stadiums that I can visit in my travels. During my last few visits to Erie in northwestern Pennsylvania, …
Since its very founding, Pennsylvania has been known for its religious tolerance, which drew many groups escaping persecution in Europe. One such group was the Harmonists. The Harmonists were founded …
Sometimes locals know the best places to visit. This was evident to me recently when I visited the Carnegie Historical Society/Honus Wagner Museum a short distance southwest of Pittsburgh. At …
There isn’t much that surprises me about Pennsylvania anymore. However, when I discovered that Muhammad Ali had a training camp in Schuylkill County, I definitely was taken aback. Known as …
Despite its close proximity to Harrisburg, Perry County, Pennsylvania, isn’t known as a tourism hotspot. In fact, it’s one of the least visited counties in the state. However, in addition …
One of my family’s favorite summertime destinations is Erie, PA, and when we visit, we are always looking for fun things for the whole family to do. So, when I …
There are hundreds of incredible craft breweries in Pennsylvania, but few are larger or as renowned as Victory Brewing Company. Victory Brewing Company started in 1996 in an old Pepperidge …
I’m always on the lookout for abandoned places in Pennsylvania that I can legally explore. So, when I heard that the former SCI Cresson Prison near Altoona was open for …
If you’re in western PA and love the outdoors, you’re in luck because there are many great parks in the Pittsburgh area. And, within these parks lie some hidden gems, …