Best History Museum in West Chester

"website | map it | (717) 394-6185. | 2395 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17602. "Where today touches history!" Opened nearly 60 years ago, Amish Farm and House has hosted generations of visitors to Lancaster County."

"Spend the day on our farm and learn all about the Amish lifestyle. Make learning fun by visiting our farm animals and Amish school. Interact with our artisans and take a guided farmhouse tour."

"Rock Ford Plantation is the historic circa 1794 home of Edward Hand, who served as Adjutant General to George Washington during the Revolutionary War. Rock Ford is widely considered to be one of the most important examples of Georgian architecture surviving in Pennsylvania and the most intact building predating 1800 in Lancaster. The mansion’s elegant rooms are furnished with an outstanding collection of period furnishings and decorative arts."

"Showcasing a unique example of architectural integrity, more than 90% of this house is still intact as originally built.Revolutionary War general Edward Hand called this beauty home. History buffs will love seeing the 18th Century elegance that still lives on at Rock Ford Plantation. 881 Rockford Rd Lancaster, PA 17602"

"Things-To-Do, Kids, Trains, Bucket, Event Spacewebsite | map it | (717) 687-8628. | 300 Gap Road, Strasburg, Pennsylvania, 17579. Pennsylvania's world-class museum of railroad history, with exhibits of over 100 historic locomotives and railroad cars, uniforms, art work, tools and other artifacts from 1825 to the present."

"Located in Strasburg, just 30 minutes from our hotel, the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania features more than 100 historic train engines, cabooses and railroad cars, as well as interactive displays and other railroad artifacts. If all the train viewing makes you want to ride a train, the Strasburg Railroad is across the street from the museum and offers train rides in vintage coaches attached to steam locomotives that ride past beautiful Amish farmlands. For more information about our well-appointed Lancaster County hotel, or about arts & culture in the area, please contact us."

"This museum is considered world-class when it comes to railroad history. It holds artifacts and locomotives dating back to 1825!. In addition to its exhibits, it offers special events, a vast library, and a working restoration shop."

"website | map it | (717) 687-8511. | 199 Hartman Bridge Road, Strasburg, Pennsylvania, 17572. The best way to understand the history and culture of Lancaster’s Amish is to begin your trip to PA Dutch Country with a visit to The Amish Village!"

"Experience the Amish culture first-hand at The Amish Village. Guided tour options include the 1840 Farmhouse, Backroads Bus Tour or our Premium Package offering both tours. All tours include self-guided exploration of the 12-acre property with friendly barn animals, a one-room schoolhouse and the Smokehouse Market with Amish-made foods."

"The Historic Ephrata Cloister features a unique campus of restored buildings that interprets the lives of an 18th-century religious order that founded and maintained the site until the 1930s in the town of Ephrata. Early Pennsylvania was established as a land of religious freedom. Although the Cloister residents—known as Householders—were a fringe religion that no longer exists, their story is significant to that of our Commonwealth during the colonial period and beyond."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Elisa Rolle used under CC BY-SA 3.0. Historic Ephrata Cloister, a religious community, has lured many visitors especially families with its incredible architecture, outstanding art, significant publications, and original music. It has plenty of interesting and fascinating facts about early Ephrata, plus you’ll get to know the community’s unique lifestyle as well."

"What looks like a simple quaint estate in rural Pennsylvania was in the 18th century home to a small monastic community. 11 miles from Lancaster. Mount Joy, Pennsylvania"

"While you’re in Strasburg and indulging your inner railroad enthusiast, you won’t want to miss the nearby National Toy Train Museum, located at 300 Paradise Lane, in Paradise Township. Home to “one of the most extensive toy train collections in the world,” the museum features all varieties of toy trains from the 1800s through the present-day. Of course, a visitor-favorite activity is interacting with the museum’s five fully-operational train layouts, which feature different track gauges and train styles."

"Things-To-Do, Trains, Kidswebsite | map it | (717) 687-8976. | 300 Paradise Lane, Strasburg, Pennsylvania, 17579. At the National Toy Train Museum you can learn all about it!"

"A monument to collecting, building, and operating toy trains, the National Toy Train Museum is an exciting attraction for young and old alike. With models going back to the 1800s, and five interactive train layouts, this museum is a fun activity.In fact, it’s often regarded as the best train museum in America. 300 Paradise Ln Ronks, PA 17572"

"Things-To-Do, Historic Place, House-Tourwebsite | map it | (717) 464-4438. | 1849 Hans Herr Drive, Willow Street, Pennsylvania, 17584. Oldest building in Lancaster County."

"Regarded as the oldest building in Lancaster County, the Hans Herr House is the oldest Mennonite meeting house in America. This colonial-period dwelling epitomizes the medieval Germanic style common of the time. 1849 Hans Herr Dr Willow Street, PA 17584"

"The 1719 Herr House stands as the oldest structure and the... 1719 Herr House & Museum. 1849 Hans Herr Drive Willow Street, PA 17584"

"Things-To-Do, Historic Placemap it | (717) 768-7185. | 3652 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, Pennsylvania, 17534. One of this country's most comprehensive collections of U.S. military knives and artifacts used by the American servicemen."

"website | | (717) 687-8628. | Online Only, Pennsylvania,. The Museum Council of Lancaster County consists of over twenty premier sites located in historic Lancaster County in the Pennsylvania Dutch country."

"Your entire family is sure to have a blast at DJ's Taste of the 50's, which is located at 2410 Old Philadelphia Pike. The atmosphere takes everyone back to the good old days, from the checkered flooring and red bar stools to the stylish staff uniforms. There is something for everyone on the menu, including hot dogs, hamburgers, fries, and milkshakes."

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"Bring family and friends to enjoy our traditional Lancaster County home cooking and you’ll see why we’ve been chosen one of AAA top 10 best “down home dining” restaurants In north America, as well as being voted “the best” local PA Dutch restaurant for 15 years. We’re celebrating our 50th anniversary in 2019”. Rt 896, Smoketown, PA 717-394-7111GoodnPlenty.com"

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"The Old Lincoln House is just a few miles from the Inn and has wonderful food and a great atmosphere. As us for the special discount for Swiss Woods guests. Only a short 10 minute drive."