Want to learn fun facts about Pittsburgh, PA? You’ve come to the right place. Pittsburgh might be one of the most consequential cities in American history. From the late 19th …
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Tucked away amidst the expansive lands of Philly’s Fairmount Park, near the Philadelphia Zoo the Please Touch Museum, is one of the city’s best-kept secrets: Shofuso Japanese House and Garden. …
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Every New Year’s Day since 1901, the Mummers Parade has been a staple of New Year’s Day in Philadelphia. From their elaborate costumes to their great pageantry and wonderful music, …
Throughout my four years traveling PA, I’ve visited hundreds of amazing places and learned many amazing facts about Pennsylvania. I’ve compiled my favorite Pennsylvania facts below. While you might know …
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This article is brought to you by the National Road Heritage Corridor and HeritagePA. There’s nothing better than a road trip, and if you love history, taking a road trip along …
If you ask people about Scranton, you are likely to hear one of two things: the TV show “The Office” or coal. The area that makes up present-day Scranton was …
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William Penn’s desire to create a colony with the freedom of religion drew many persecuted groups to Pennsylvania. Some are well-known today, such as the Amish, while others have been largely …
During Pittsburgh’s heyday, it was one of the most popular destinations for immigrants coming to the United States. Each of these immigrant groups left their cultural marks on the city …
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Thanks to the state’s rich German and religious heritage, there are few better places in the United States to spend the holiday season than Pennsylvania. Many communities around the state …
The Forty Fort Meeting House in Luzerne County is easily one of the most unique buildings in all of Pennsylvania. That’s not because of anything flashy. In fact, the meeting …
Read moreExporing Northeastern Pennsylvania’s History at the Forty Fort Meeting House