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A Journey to Freedom, the Underground Railroad in PA

Discover the vital role Pennsylvania played in assisting slaves in their journey to independence with numerous secret hideaways and sites along the Underground Railroad. Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1. Indiana County Underground Railroad Driving Tour Indiana County Explore freedom’s path along the…

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March Events & Festivals in PA

Spring is blooming in Pennsylvania. From floral masterpieces and PEEP-inspired artwork to all things maple sugar, March in Pennsylvania is packed with exciting events. Don’t miss these festivals and events celebrating everything from food and art to comics, culture, and canines. MARDI GRAS…

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November Events & Festivals

Celebrate the change in seasons as the cold creeps in and the holiday magic begins with upcoming events across the Keystone State. From wine fests and seasonal train rides to light displays and holiday shows, tis the season for the perfect combination of autumn activities and holiday happenings this…

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Miniature Displays and Experiences in PA

Celebrate the seasons and PA history with meticulous miniature model displays and experiences throughout the state. Toy train enthusiasts, history buffs, and holiday tradition seekers are on the right track with these fun and small but mighty destinations. Join PA's Travel Newsletter 1…

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2023 Insiders Travel Guide to Gettysburg

Every Pennsylvania town and city has a story uniquely its own, but perhaps none is more widely known than that of Gettysburg. Home to one of the most widely chronicled and analyzed battles of the Civil War, history comes to life when you see firsthand the fields and forestland trod by the thousands…

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Find Hidden, Haunted Places in Gettysburg

Guest authors, Mark and Carol Nesbitt, are the owners of The Ghost of Gettysburg Tours , visit their website to learn more. Do you love a good scare? Perhaps you simply want to commune with the spirits of the long dead that may still walk among us. Satisfy your ghostly cravings with a trip to…

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9 Places to Experience Presidential History in Pennsylvania

As one of the 13 original colonies and the headquarters for many key Revolutionary and Civil War events, Pennsylvania is the perfect place to delve into our nation’s history — including the legacy of American presidency. Enhance your journey through American history in Pennsylvania with a stop at one…

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Pennsylvania's Top Historic Attractions

There’s no time like the present to explore PA history. The last weeks of summer mean less crowds and more freedom to immerse yourself in our rich and varied past. From battlegrounds to architecture, natural resources to sports and culture, make sure Pennsylvania’s top historic attractions are in…

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The Civil War and Pennsylvania

As it teetered on the boundary between free and slave states, Pennsylvania was greatly impacted by the Civil War. The Keystone State stood as the backbone of the Union arsenal – upheld by industrial achievements, natural resources, railroad systems and agricultural wealth. But more than 360,000…

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Civil War: A Victory Saves the Union

In June of 1863, reports of Confederate troops aroused fear in the farming communities along the Pennsylvania border. Many African-American residents of Adams County fled north to escape potential capture and enslavement. From July 1 through 3, the now-peaceful college town of Gettysburg became the…

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