Visiting the Harmony Museum to Learn about Western PA’s Religious Roots
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 …
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Visiting the Sullivan County Historical Society Museum in Laporte, PA
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 …
Discovering PA’s Brooklyn Bridge Connection at the Saxonburg 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 …
The Covered Bridges of Adams County, Pennsylvania
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 …
Exploring the Ryerss Museum: One of Philly’s Best Hidden Gems
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 …
Visiting the Historic Covered Bridges of Berks County, Pennsylvania
Berks County, Pennsylvania, is home to five of the most scenic covered bridges remaining in Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Several of the bridges also have a look to them that’s rare …
41 Fun Facts About Pittsburgh You Weren’t Taught in School
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 …
How Pennsylvania’s historical societies are preserving our past while looking to our future
Throughout Pennsylvania, many organizations have taken up the challenge of chronicling the history of their local communities. Whether run mostly by volunteers or a paid staff, these organizations have the …
Exploring Tragic History at the Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg
The Battle of Gettysburg was the bloodiest battle of the Civil War with more than 50,000 casualties. However, despite this immense battle raging around and even through the town of …
Uncovering the Remnants of Forbes Field in Pittsburgh
While Chicago has Wrigley Field and Boston has Fenway Park, Pittsburgh was once home to an iconic stadium that rivaled both: Forbes Field. Built in 1909, it was the third …