Visiting the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
If you haven’t figured it out yet from reading this site, I’m a huge train nut. Whenever I visit a new part of Pennsylvania, I always look for any museums …
How to Get to Springfield Falls in Mercer County, PA
From the photos I had seen online, Springfield Falls in Mercer County looked like one of the most interesting waterfalls in Pennsylvania. At roughly 20-feet high and 40-feet wide, Springfield …
UncoveringPA Turns 1! Recapping Our First Year
Today is a very special day! One year ago, on August 6, 2013, I published my first article on UncoveringPA, launching what has quickly become Pennsylvania’s top travel blog! Since …
Setting Sail for the Erie Maritime Museum and the Flagship Niagara
When I first found out that Erie had a maritime museum, I was a bit confused. After all, Erie is more than six hours by car from the Atlantic Ocean. The …
Getting Close to the Animals at Living Treasures Wild Animal Park in the Laurel Highlands
When it comes to zoos in Pennsylvania, the Philadelphia Zoo, the Pittsburgh Zoo, and the National Aviary get most of the attention. However, there are several other wildlife parks in …
How to Get to Buttermilk Falls in Beaver County, Pennsylvania
While I always enjoy hiking to a great waterfall, it’s even better when the waterfall is close to the road, but still has the feel of being in a secluded …
Discovering Hope at Somerset County’s Quecreek Mine Rescue Site
In July 2002, Somerset County, Pennsylvania was still reeling from the events of September 11, 2001. The residents of the community had been directly affected by that day when one of …
Uncovering Cameron County’s Amazing History at The Little Museum
When I first found out that The Little Museum in Cameron County, Pennsylvania, didn’t have an address, I started to question whether I should make the trip out to visit …
Exploring Asian Art and Culture at the Maridon Museum
For 2.5 years before moving to Pennsylvania, I lived, worked, and traveled throughout Asia. It was these travels that got me into travel writing, and I still really enjoy learning …
Uncovering Ghosts, Bucktails, and History at the Old Jail Museum
During my travels, I’ve visited many county historical societies throughout Pennsylvania. Most are located in beautifully restored mansions that recall a bygone era, and, in some ways, the McKean County Historical …