The story of the first Thanksgiving is well known, but did you know that Pennsylvania was home to the first Thanksgiving in the United States once we became a country? The Continental Congress fled to York just before Philadelphia was captured by the British Army…
Throughout Pennsylvania, there are many historic ruins and abandoned places that remind us of our past. While many of these are on private property and sadly illegal to visit, others are open for the curious to either explore on their own or to take a…
Located in north-central Pennsylvania, Tioga County is an area known for its fantastic outdoor attractions. However, for those looking to learn a bit more about the area, the History Center on Main in Mansfield is a fantastic destination. The museum is located inside an old…
While Philadelphia’s Old City, and specifically Independence Hall, are often considered the spot where the United States was begun, did you know that York, Pennsylvania can also make the same claim? In September 1777, the Second Continental Congress was forced to flee Philadelphia because of…
Harmony, Pennsylvania, is located 30 miles north of Pittsburgh, and is a quaint town with a rich history. Recently, I took some time to visit the Harmony Museum and explore the buildings of Historic Harmony to learn more about the area’s past. Harmony was founded…
Located seven miles west of Kittanning, Pennsylvania, Yellow Dog Village is a semi-abandoned company town that offers a fascinating look into the industrial history of western Pennsylvania. Throughout Pennsylvania, small communities were built as company towns for workers at nearby factories and mines. The Pittsburgh…
Sullivan County, Pennsylvania, is a destination predominantly known for its great outdoor attractions, highlighted by Worlds End State Park and Loyalsock State Forest. However, it’s also a great place to visit if you love museums thanks to great ones like the Eagles Mere Air Museum,…
One of my favorite parts of exploring Pennsylvania is the amazing stories that you learn about in small town museums. The Saxonburg Museum in Butler County is a perfect example of this. Saxonburg was founded as Germania in 1832 by Carl Roebling and his brother…
Most visitors to Adams County, Pennsylvania, come to visit the Gettysburg National Battlefield, though some also explore the town and its countryside. If you’re looking for a way to experience the history of the area and see this beautiful part of the state, don’t miss…
I’ve visited many fantastic museums in Philly, but few have been as interesting as the Ryerss Museum. This little-known museum is located in northeastern Philadelphia’s Burholme Park in the Fox Chase neighborhood and is home to amazing collection of ancient Asian, European, and Native American…