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 Museum. Others are smaller and offer more regional look at art, like the Allentown Art…
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 places for art lovers to explore in Philly. However, without a doubt, one of the…
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 Chase neighborhood and is home to amazing collection of ancient Asian, European, and Native American…
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 Historical Park, the Wharton Esherick Museum is the former studio and home of this renowned…
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 also a ton of great things to do for free! When I’m planning my trips…
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 Hall and the Liberty Bell, there are also many fascinating Revolutionary War sites that surround…
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 southeastern PA is no different. The Chester County Historical Society is located in two historic…
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 Delaware, to name three. However, there are also many important events that happened during this…
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 each that tell the story of their history. However, if you want to learn about…
Located just north of Philadelphia is Bryn Athyn. While some parts of this Montgomery County community look like any other Philly suburb, that certainly isn’t the case on a hill in the southwestern corner of the borough. Here, two large castle-like buildings sit next to…
