historic sites

gardens at grey towers national historical site

How to Spend a Day at the Grey Towers National Historic Site

Combining gorgeous architecture, a fascinating story, and a variety of opportunities for exploration the Grey Towers National Historic Site in Milford, Pennsylvania is a must-see. This historic mansion once belonged to Gifford Pinchot. Pinchot served as the first Chief of the US Forest Service and Pennsylvania’s governor for two terms. Just a 40-minute drive from the French …

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the asa packer mansion view from the front

Everything You Need to Know About the Asa Packer Mansion Tour

When the Asa Packer Mansion was constructed in 1861, it only cost the Packer family $14,000. Today, 100 years since it housed its last resident, the mansion serves as a National Historic Landmark and one of the few remaining examples of Italianate architecture in the United States. If you’re planning a visit to the area, …

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Here are the best things to do at Steamtown National Historic Site.

All Aboard! Here Are the Best Things to Do at Steamtown National Historic Site

Come take a step back in time at the Steamtown National Historic Site. Located in downtown Scranton, PA, it is the only National Park that is completely dedicated to the history of steam railroading. The facility features over 60 acres of world-class museums and original outbuildings just waiting to be explored. Come learn about the …

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Underground tunnel in the Lackawanna Coal Mine

Enjoy a Day of Family Fun at the Lackawanna Coal Mine

Originally opened in 1860, the Lackawanna Coal Mine is set in the Northern Anthracite Coal Field,  the largest of four coal fields in Pennsylvania. The mine operated for over a century before finally closing in 1966. Today, guests can visit the coal mine and enjoy guided tours, museum exhibits, a gift shop, and more. It’s the perfect …

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Cow on a pasture at the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in PA

Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm and What You Need to Know

If you’re fascinated by history and have a passion for the past, consider visiting the Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm in Pennsylvania! This living history museum preserves the region’s 19th-century agricultural heritage and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Guests are welcome to explore all 114 acres and admire farm animals, historic buildings, and …

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View inside the No. 9 Coal Mine

Enjoy a Day of Fun at the No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum

Located in Landsford, PA, the No. 9 Coal Mine & Museum offers an extraordinary once-in-a-lifetime experience for visitors of all ages. Here, guests can ride a rail 1,600 feet into the earth and see the inner workings of the No. 9 mine, the world’s oldest continually operated coal mine. The facility also offers museum exhibits, a gift …

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