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Exploring the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton

PA Museums Rusty Glessner - December 19, 2023 0

A collage of photos capturing the history and charm of the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania.

If you're looking for information about the Electric City Trolley Museum in Scranton, you're in the right place! Situated on the grounds of Scranton's Steamtown...

Exploring Phipps Conservatory’s Holiday Flower and Light Show

PA Fairs | Festivals | Special Events Rusty Glessner - December 16, 2023 0

A collage showcasing the holiday splendor of Phipps Conservatory's Winter Flower Show and Light Garden, featuring a radiant indoor Christmas tree, the conservatory's glowing facade at night, oversized colorful light bulbs in the outdoor garden, and a beautifully lit pathway leading through a winter landscape.

If you're looking for information about Phipps Conservatory's Holiday Flower and Light Show, you're in the right place! The Phipps Conservatory's Holiday Flower and Light...

Exploring the Ashland Mothers Memorial in Schuylkill County

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - December 12, 2023 0

A collage of four images related to the Ashland Mothers' Memorial in Ashland, Pennsylvania. The top left photo shows the bronze statue of the seated woman with the pedestal inscription 'MOTHER / A MOTHER IS THE / HOLIEST THING ALIVE.' The top right photo is a side view of the statue overlooking the town. The bottom left is a historic black and white image of the statue's installation. The bottom right photo shows a plaque stating that the Mothers' Memorial has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2020.

If you're looking for information about visiting the Ashland Mothers Memorial in Schuylkill County, you're in the right place! The Ashland Mothers Memorial is a...

Exploring Nay Aug Falls in Scranton

PA Waterfalls Rusty Glessner - December 11, 2023 0

View from the Nay Aug Falls overlook in Scranton PA

If you're looking for information about Nay Aug Falls in Scranton, you're in the right place! Nay Aug Falls is a rarity in Pennsylvania, in...

Exploring the Fort Pitt Museum in Pittsburgh

PA Museums Rusty Glessner - December 8, 2023 0

A photo collage from the Fort Pitt Museum in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, featuring (from top left to bottom right): the museum entrance with an American flag and cannon, the interior with exhibits and a cannon on display, an informational panel about the significance of the land, and a sculpture of two historical figures in discussion.

In the heart of Pittsburgh, at the confluence of three rivers, the Fort Pitt Museum stands as a beacon of American history. Renowned for its...

Exploring Mount Pisgah Overlook in York County

PA Scenic Overlooks Rusty Glessner - December 5, 2023 0

A vibrant collage of four images from Mount Pisgah Overlook in York County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A distant view of the Susquehanna River and its bridges amidst lush greenery. Top right: Inside a wooden pavilion with picnic tables, overlooking a scenic landscape. Bottom left: The American and Pennsylvania flags fluttering beside a picnic area with a path leading to a gazebo. Bottom right: A wooden bench faces an open field with a backdrop of the Susquehanna River. Each scene conveys the natural beauty and recreational opportunities the overlook offers.

If you're looking for information about visiting Mount Pisgah Overlook in York County, you're in the right place! Mount Pisgah Overlook, at 885 feet above...

Exploring Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - December 4, 2023 0

A four-image collage from Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, PA. Upper left shows a vintage steam engine number 26 inside a roundhouse with steam rising. Upper right features two locomotives, including engine 790, displayed on a turntable with a modern building in the background. Lower left is the Union Pacific 'Big Boy' steam engine number 4012, a large black locomotive parked outside. Lower right is the National Park Service round emblem displayed at the historic site.

If you're looking for information about visiting Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, you're in the right place! Steamtown National Historic Site is both a...

Exploring the Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg

PA Historic Places Rusty Glessner - December 1, 2023 0

A photo collage from the Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Top left is the house's exterior with the statue of Jennie Wade. Top right shows a tour guide in period attire inside the house. Bottom left depicts a bedroom with a bed and a quilt. Bottom right is the establishment sign of the Jennie Wade House from 1901.

If you're looking for information about visiting the Jennie Wade House in Gettysburg, you're in the right place! The Jennie Wade House is a historic...

Exploring the Tioga-Hammond Lakes Overlook in Tioga County

PA Scenic Overlooks Rusty Glessner - November 30, 2023 0

Collage of four photos from Tioga-Hammond Lakes Overlook in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, featuring views through a binocular station over the lake, the vegetated cliff sides of a water channel, the wide expanse of a dam and its reflection in the water, and a serene lake with ripples from a passing boat, all beneath a sky with dynamic cloud patterns.

If you're looking for information about visiting the Tioga-Hammond Lakes Overlook in Tioga County, you're in the right place! The Tioga-Hammond Lakes Overlook offers a...

Hiking the Mountain Springs – Cherry Run Loop at Ricketts Glen

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - November 29, 2023 0

This collage features four diverse scenes from the Mountain Springs - Cherry Run loop in Ricketts Glen State Park during winter. Upper left: a wooden trail sign against a snowy path. Upper right: a lively stream meandering through a snowy forest. Lower left: a series of small, icy cascades framed by rock ledges. Lower right: a peaceful snowy trail flanked by tall evergreens, inviting exploration.

If you're looking for information about hiking the Mountain Springs - Cherry Run Loop at Ricketts Glen State Park, you're in the right place! While...