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Art in Nature at Annmarie Sculpture Garden

Posted on July 20, 2024July 18, 2024by Jody Arneson

Get your zen on at this lovely art gallery, where you can experience the joy of nature outdoors.

In the Footsteps of the Past: Exploring Stagg Hall and Historic Port Tobacco

Posted on July 13, 2024July 18, 2024by Jody Arneson

Historic Port Tobacco and Stagg Hall is an interesting part of Maryland history.

Guiding Light: John Donahoo’s Legacy and the Concord Point Lighthouse

Posted on June 4, 2024April 20, 2024by Jody Arneson

This iconic lighthouse has watched over sailors navigating the Upper Chesapeake Bay for nearly 150 years!

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Art in a Donut Building: Hirshhorn Museum

Posted on May 28, 2024April 20, 2024by Jody Arneson

Step into the artistic vortex of the this museum, where bold design meets cutting-edge contemporary art

Discover the Beauty of Soaring Eagle Wetland

Posted on May 21, 2024April 11, 2024by Jody Arneson

Check out this wetlands near Happy Valley for its many varieties of wild flowers!

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Explore the Blooms and Beauty of Brookside Gardens

Posted on May 14, 2024April 9, 2024by Jody Arneson

Explore this urban oasis and discover the blooms and beauty it holds!

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Erie’s Eden: The Wildlife Wonders of Asbury Woods

Posted on May 7, 2024March 30, 2024by Jody Arneson

Asbury Woods is a nature preserve in Erie PA that offers hiking and educational programs.

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Gorge-ous Views: The Unmatched Beauty of Taughannock Falls State Park

Posted on April 23, 2024March 30, 2024by Jody Arneson

This lovely waterfalls and overlook are not to be missed!

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Trailing to Tranquility: Discovering Jacoby Falls

Posted on April 16, 2024March 30, 2024by Jody Arneson

This picturesque hike leads to a beautiful waterfalls within Loyalstock State Forest in Lycoming County, PA.

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Exploring Brethren and Mennonite Heritage in the Shenandoah Valley

Posted on April 2, 2024March 29, 2024by Jody Arneson

Three structures are visible in a non-snowy winter landscape: a small log structure that is a spring house, a larger two-story log structure that is a house, with three windows and a door, and a small white shed in the background.

This interesting museum explores the heritage of Brethren and Mennonites in the Shenandoah Valley.

Kinzua Bridge State Park: A Tale of Innovation, Destruction and Renewal

Posted on March 12, 2024March 4, 2024by Jody Arneson

A train trestle bridge extends over a gorge, abruptly stopping. Green lush foliage is in the foreground; the sky is deep blue. You can see ruins of bridge supports on the other side of the gorge.

Kinzua Bridge State Park sits in McKean County, PA, in north-central Pennsylvania. This state park’s focal point is the once proud Kinzua Viaduct. Do you enjoy weird railroad history? Check out the abandoned Coburn Rail Tunnel in Centre County! Built in 1882 by the Phoenix Iron Company, this engineering marvel stretched 2,053 feet long and […]

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Stitching History: Exploring the Virginia Quilt Museum

Posted on February 27, 2024February 26, 2024by Jody Arneson

A predominantly purple Amish-style quilt

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter, a curious historian, or simply someone with an appreciation for textile arts, the Virginia Quilt Museum welcomes you.