Discover where George Washington’s early military career — and the French & Indian War — began at this historic fort!
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Secrets of a Celibate Society: The Religious Rebels of Ephrata Cloister

Discover how early American religious radicals combined mysticism, music, architecture, and art to leave behind a legacy that still resonates today.
Hidden in the Forest: A Hike to Yost Run Falls

Take this short but moderate hike to two lovely waterfalls hidden in the wilds of Sproul State Forest in Centre County, PA.
Eisenhower Farm National Historic Site: A Window into Leadership and Legacy

Explore the home and farm of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, which served as a retreat and meeting place during his presidency and offers insights into his life and leadership.
Gettysburg’s Civilian Casualty: The Jennie Wade House Experience

Uncover the moving story of Gettysburg’s only civilian casualty and gain a deeper understanding of civilian life during the Civil War at this house museum!
Find Baseball Bliss at the Little League Museum

This museum celebrates the enduring spirit of youth sportsmanship that continues to resonate worldwide.
Ship Ahoy! Exploring Erie’s Seafaring History at the Maritime Museum

Step aboard the USS Niagara, navigate through history, and uncover Erie’s maritime secrets at the Erie Maritime Museum—an immersive voyage awaits!
Discover the Beauty of Soaring Eagle Wetland

Check out this wetlands near Happy Valley for its many varieties of wild flowers!
Erie’s Eden: The Wildlife Wonders of Asbury Woods

Asbury Woods is a nature preserve in Erie PA that offers hiking and educational programs.
Trailing to Tranquility: Discovering Jacoby Falls

This picturesque hike leads to a beautiful waterfalls within Loyalstock State Forest in Lycoming County, PA.
Leaping Lizards! Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland

Discover exotic reptiles and amphibians from around the world in beautiful, naturalistic habitats. Interact with 300 parakeets in Parakeet Landing and experience the prehistoric past with a stroll through the outdoor dinosaur exhibit!
Kinzua Bridge State Park: A Tale of Innovation, Destruction and Renewal

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 […]
Explore Gettysburg’s History in the Beyond the Battlefield Museum

Gettysburg offers so much more history than “just” the famous battle — explore it all at this family-friendly museum!
Discover Riverfront Park: Where History and Nature Intertwine

Explore the mysteries of Riverfront Park, where the footprints of ancient civilizations meet modern-day trails.
The Enigmatic Abandoned Coburn Tunnel of Centre County

This abandoned tunnel lures many to explore its shadows. Do you dare to explore it too?