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 …
Read moreVisiting the Fireman’s Hall Museum in Philadelpia’s Old City
I’m always impressed by how many great art museums there are in eastern Pennsylvania. Some of these are world-class museums such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Barnes …
Read moreAppreciating Bucks County Art at the Michener Museum in Doylestown
Philadelphia is a city filled with fantastic art museums. From large museums like the Philadelphia Museum of Art to smaller venues like the Magic Gardens, there’s a ton of great …
Read moreReview of the Barnes Museum in Philadelphia: One of the Best Art Museums in the World
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 …
Read moreExploring the Ryerss Museum: One of Philly’s Best Hidden Gems
If you love the whimsical design of Dr. Seuss, you’ll fall in love with the Wharton Esherick Museum. Hidden away in the woods of southeastern Pennsylvania near Valley Forge National …
Read moreExploring Artistic Whimsy at the Wharton Esherick Museum in Malvern
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 …
Read moreThe Ultimate List of Completely Free Things to do in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States, has long been a major destination for those hoping to learn about the history of the county. In addition to sites like Independence …
The county seats of most of Pennsylvania’s 67 counties are home to government institutions, historic buildings, and the county’s historical society. West Chester, the county seat of Chester County in …
Pennsylvania is home to many important Revolutionary War events that are well known throughout the country: the signing of the Declaration of Independence, Valley Forge, and Washington’s crossing of the …
Read moreExploring the Little-Known Brandywine Battlefield in Chadds Ford
Pennsylvania is home to many great museums related to the region’s transportation history. Whether you want to know about automobiles, airplanes, trains, or trolleys, there are several great museums about …
Read moreVisiting the American Helicopter Museum to Discover the History of Rotary-Winged Flight