PA Historic Places

Hershey Gardens opened in 1937, with Milton Hershey’s simple request to “create a nice garden of roses.” That "small" rose garden has blossomed into 23 acres of themed gardens, statues, ponds, and botanical beauty. Located on...

The Pine Creek Declaration of Independence, as it has come to be known, was signed on July 4, 1776 beneath an elm tree on the west bank of present-day Pine Creek in Clinton County. The...

Touring the Carrie Blast Furnaces in Pittsburgh is a fantastic way to learn about the industrial heritage of southwestern Pennsylvania! The Carrie Blast Furnaces were in operation from 1884 until 1982, turning iron ore into...

Fort Roberdeau in Blair County was built in 1778 by American colonists during the Revolutionary War, and was occupied until 1780. The fort was originally erected by General Daniel Roberdeau to protect local lead mining...

The Hooded Grave Cemetery in Columbia County is home to what may be the only two hooded graves that exist in the United States. Sarah Ann (Thomas) Boone and Asenath Campbell Thomas died within six...

The Sunken Gardens at Mount Assisi are part of the beautifully manicured grounds of the Saint Francis Friary in Cambria County. Open to the public from dawn until dusk and free of charge, the Sunken...

The village of Boalsburg in Centre County is recognized as the birthplace of Memorial Day in the United States. And while this national holiday shines the spotlight on Boalsburg one day a year, ANY time...

The Columbus Chapel in Centre County contains the largest and most important collection of Christopher Columbus artifacts and memorabilia on the North American continent! Located on the grounds of the Boal Mansion, the story of...

If you're looking for the 7 man-made wonders of the PA Laurel Highlands, you're in the right place! While the PA Laurel Highlands region is world-renowned for its natural beauty, it's also home to some...

Nowhere in Pennsylvania will you find a greater concentration of railroad overlooks than the Altoona region! And while there are historic spots for railfans to visit all across the Keystone State, you'll find the largest...