Learning Local History at Beaver County’s Vicary Mansion
I’ve been to many historical society museums in Pennsylvania, but none have been quite like the Captain William Vicary Mansion in Beaver County. That’s because, instead of providing a simple …
Historical Societies
Touring the Armstrong County Historical Museum in Kittanning, Pennsylvania
Located on a small knoll on the outskirts of Kittanning is one of Armstrong County’s most historic homes. Built in the 1840s, this building, known today as the McCain House, …
Visiting the Many Impressive Museums of the Little Beaver Historical Society
I’ve visited a lot of historical societies all over Pennsylvania. Most of these have been ones tasked with covering the entire county and located inside a grand building in the …
Exploring Fireworks, China, and the Underground Railroad at the Lawrence County Historical Society Museum
There are 67 counties in Pennsylvania, and I had visited 66 of them by the time I rolled into Lawrence County for the first time. After a morning exploring the …
Uncovering the Endless Mountains’ History at the Wyoming County Historical Society
When most visitors travel to the Endless Mountains, they are thinking more about the area’s fantastic outdoor attractions, and little about the history that surrounds them. However, if you take …
Learning Local History at the Muncy Historical Society Museum
I’ve visited a lot of historical societies during my travels around Pennsylvania. As expected, most of the county historical societies do an excellent job telling the story of their region. …
Visiting the Mercer Museum: One of Pennsylvania’s Most Unique and Quirky Collections
To say that the Mercer Museum in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, is unlike any other historical society museum that I’ve visited is a bit of an understatement. In fact, the Mercer Museum …
Greene County Historical Society Museum: One of the Largest and Best Historical Society Museums in PA
Greene County sits in a bit of a forgotten corner of southwestern Pennsylvania. As one of the state’s least visited counties, you might think that it has little to offer …
Learning About Local History at the Lehigh Valley Heritage Center
When I pulled up to the Lehigh Valley Heritage Center in Allentown, I thought for a minute that I was in the wrong place. The large, modern building didn’t seem to …
Exploring Harrisburg’s History at the Harris-Cameron Mansion
When John Harris Jr. built his family home near his father’s trading post, he likely couldn’t have imagined the city that would have been built up around the home. And …