5 Incredible Train Watching Spots Near Altoona, PA
Pennsylvania has a rich railroading tradition, and there are historic spots for railroad fans to visit throughout the state. That being said, nowhere in PA has a higher concentration of …
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Touring the Frank Lloyd Wright Homes at Polymath Park
When you think of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings in Pennsylvania, it’s likely that the amazing Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob, and Beth Sholom Synagogue come to mind. However, those are just two …
Packsaddle Covered Bridge: The Only Pennsylvania Covered Bridge with a Waterfall
There are just over 200 covered bridges in Pennsylvania, but only one of them features a natural waterfall directly below it: Packsaddle Covered Bridge. Packsaddle Covered Bridge is located in …
Visiting the 10 Historic Covered Bridges in Somerset County, PA
While Somerset County might not be home to the most covered bridges of any county in Pennsylvania, the 10 bridges in the county are some of the most beautiful you’ll find …
Exploring the Ruins of Concrete City in Nanticoke, PA
Hidden away in the woods near Wilkes-Barre is one of the most incredible ghost towns in Pennsylvania: Concrete City. Concrete City is a collection of 20 duplex homes made entirely …
Visiting the Covered Bridges of Bucks County, PA
Traveling around Bucks County, Pennsylvania, to visit the covered bridges is unlike any other bridge hunting experience that I’ve had in the state. As one of Pennsylvania’s original counties, the …
Touring the Number 9 Coal Mine: The World’s Longest-Operating Coal Mine
Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Coal Region is well known for having the largest deposit of anthracite coal in the Americas. While there are still coal operations throughout the region, in the late …
7 Ghost Towns in PA You Can Still Visit
Thanks to Pennsylvania’s long industrial history, the state is filled with communities that have come and gone throughout the years. While many of these ghost towns in PA have completely …
Learning about PA History at the Lincoln Highway Experience
During America’s westward expansion, Pennsylvania played a critical role thanks to engineering projects like the Horseshoe Curve, the National Road, and the Lincoln Highway. The Lincoln Highway was one of …
Visiting the Fort Bedford Museum in Bedford, PA
I always love exploring the little-known history of Pennsylvania, so on my last trip through Bedford County, I took some time to stop at the Fort Bedford Museum. The Fort …