Capital City: Harrisburg
Pennsylvania is full of history and seeing the sites where events actually took place is a meaningful experience that can last a lifetime. Bring the family for some up close and personal reenactments from several time periods and military battles. Remember those who served, fought and died for freedom as well as those that engineered and strategized with pen and paper.
Do you have a literature lover? The Edgar Allan Poe Historic Site is in this state and has some clever activities for your Junior Rangers.
How about a train lover? The Steamtown National Historic Site will be keep their interest for hours.
Take time out of a day to remember the dreadful day of 9/11/2001 and the heroes of Flight 93.
Learn about Polish freedom fighter Thaddeus Kosciuszko and his engineering contributions to the American Revolution.
And enjoy a peaceful canoe ride down the Upper Delaware scenic river - rich in nature and wildlife.
Check out the samplings below to help choose your next adventure in Pennsylvania and the links to the National Parks Service sites can help you get all the details about each one.
