While you likely think of Pittsburgh when you think of Pennsylvania’s steel industry, PA has a rich industrial history throughout other regions of the state. One such spot can be …
There are few spots in Pennsylvania that are more well know than Valley Forge National Historical Park a short distance outside of Philadelphia. And, while there is a lot of …
Despite sitting close to downtown Philadelphia, Chester County is surprisingly pastoral. It is also home to a number of historic covered bridges that are set amidst this beautiful landscape. In …
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 …
The story of Betsy Ross and the sewing of the first American flag is one of the most well-known stories of the Revolutionary War. As the story goes, George Washington …
Philadelphia’s Old City is known for its many sites related to the birth of the United States, including Independence Hall. However, the area is also rich in Philadelphia history. One …
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 …
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. …
Philadelphia is one of my favorite places in the world to visit. And, while there are many great tours, historical sites, and museums in Philly that cost money, there are …
There’s no question that Eastern State Penitentiary is the creepiest place in Philadelphia. While there are other creepy spots (most notably the Mütter Museum and Fort Mifflin), nowhere comes close …