The Poconos is a year-round destination for outdoor recreation and adventure. If you are a history and culture enthusiast, a trip to the Pocono Mountains is an ideal vacation for you. There’s an array of historic sites near the Poconos, and they’re waiting to be explored by you. Read on and get ready to dive into the captivating history of the Pocono Mountains!
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Asa Packer Mansion
One of the most notable historic sites in the Pocono Mountains is the Asa Packer Mansion. The mansion was built in 1861 and named after the founder of Lehigh University, Asa Packer. It was recognized for its national significance in 1985 by the National Park Service. Today, visitors can tour Asa Packer Mansion and admire all the unique qualities that make it one of the most visited historic sites in the Poconos region.
Grey Towers National Historic Site
If you’d like to visit another location listed on the National Register of Historic Places during your stay in the Poconos, make your way to Grey Towers National Historic Site. Dating back to the 19th century, Grey Towers was once the home of Gifford Pinchot, founder and first Chief of the US Forest Service, and a two-term Pennsylvania Governor. Since then, visitors have enjoyed exploring the historic grounds and gardens.
Steamtown National Historic Site
As the only National Park completely dedicated to the history of steam railroading, Steamtown National Historic Site is a must-see. The entire site features more than 60 acres of world-class museums, exhibitions, and original buildings that are just waiting to be explored by you! Inside you’ll get to tour an authentic steam locomotive, caboose, and boxcar while learning about the engineers and workers that kept the railroad running.
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As you can see the Poconos is a beautiful place to visit, and it’s filled with rich history and culture. Now that you know all about our area’s history and backstory, stay with us and experience what makes us so special.
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