Betsy Ross House Day Trip

More of a 1/2 day, or even an hour trip, the Betsy Ross house is a great stop while touring other historical sites in Philadelphia. Below is information from the Web site. The Betsy Ross House is located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Most Historic Square Mile, at 239 Arch Street, just blocks from Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. Hours ... Read More

Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire Day Trip

Every year in late summer the Mount Hope Estate and Winery, located in the shire of Lancaster, Pa, is overrun by knights, maidens, queens and … mud people. The PA ren faire, as it is known, is a fun, bawdy, tongue-in-cheek event that is great for families, couples, friends … even those flying solo. Visitors to the estate find themselves... Read More

Valley Forge National Park Day Trip

If you’re a history buff, or just love the rolling hills of Pennsylvania, Valley Forge National Park is a ‘must-do’ day trip – best of all every facility in the park is free. Growing up in Chester County, PA I had the fortune to spend many weekend days running around the park, peering into Revolutionary War cabins and sitting... Read More

Brandywine Battlefield Day Trip

Driving Tours of the Brandywine Battlefield Region … A great way to enjoy this tour is in a car filled with people: one to navigate, one to read the story, and the others to look and listen! You’ll retrace the steps of Washington’s and Howe’s troops as they played out the Battle of Brandywine. You’ll also visit local sites... Read More