Learning About Local and National History at the Bucks County Civil War Museum
In one sense, I don’t even understand why there is a Bucks County Civil War Museum. After all, the closest fighting of the war was in Gettysburg, nearly 150 miles …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Lehigh County, Pennsylvania
On my way to Bucks County for a recent visit, I decided to spend a few hours and check the six covered bridges in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Since I haven’t …
Visiting Fonthill Castle: One of Pennsylvania’s Most Awe-Inspiring Buildings
If you happened to find yourself traveling through Europe, you probably wouldn’t be that surprised to come across an old castle. However, a castle in the countryside of Philadelphia is another …
10 Places to Experience the Legacy of George Washington in Pennsylvania
While Pennsylvania is synonymous with the founding of America, few realize that America’s first president, George Washington, spent much of his public career in the state. From his commissioning as …
Touring the Julius Sturgis Pretzel Bakery in Lititz
Given how popular pretzels are in Pennsylvania, it’s hard to believe that there was a time when pretzels couldn’t be found in basically any store. However, prior to 1861, there wasn’t …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: The Aquetong Creek Dam Waterfall in New Hope
Let’s just start by addressing the elephant in the room. If you looked at the picture above, you’re likely saying, “Jim, you idiot. That’s not a natural waterfall.” And, you …
Visiting the Last Covered Bridge in Bradford County, Pennsylvania
In the six counties that make up Northeastern Pennsylvania, I was surprised to learn that there are only four covered bridges. Of these, three are in Sullivan County, and one …
Visiting Christ Church: America’s Most Historic Church
Located in Philadelphia’s Old City, near Independence Hall, is a beautiful, but unassuming church. Unlike more modern churches, like the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, this church doesn’t …
Stepping Back in Time with a Visit to the Saltsburg Historical Society
I’ve traveled all over Pennsylvania, but I’m not sure that I’ve come across a place quite like Saltsburg. Located in Indiana County, just across the Conemaugh River from Westmoreland County, …
Pennsylvania Waterfalls: Visiting Sullivan Falls in State Game Lands 13
The Falls Trail in Ricketts Glen State Park draws tens of thousands of visitors each year to marvel at its 20+ waterfalls. However, just a few miles away there is …