Lancaster County's unique heritage and rich history is tucked into a variety of interactive attractions, from hands-on Amish homesteads and museums to restaurants, walking tours, theatres and more. Learn a little about the culture of PA Dutch Country - and have fun while you're at it!
For more information on these Lancaster County heritage attractions, click the links below.
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Step back in time and experience Lancaster County farm life during the late 19th century.
717-768-7185
More than 5,000 specimens span the broad spectrum of U.S. military history.
717-768-3600
The Fisher family home is available for touring and a closer look at the lifestyle of the modern Amish.
717-394-6185
See a charming, Pennsylvania Dutch farm in operation, complete with farm animals and fowl. Learn about the Old Order Amish.
717-566-7100
Explore Hershey's one of a kind interactive automobile experience guaranteed to educate and fascinate visitors of all ages!
717-653-2056
Fine and casual dining in an outdoor biergarten and in an historic brewery.
717-291-4723
Welcome to a real historic treat, Lancaster's Central Market. A farmers' market since the 1730's.
This self-guided museum will allow you to trace the steps leading up to and following the Resistance at Christiana, also know as the Christiana Riot.
717-872-1699
See a Conestoga wagon on display at this museum which is housed in an old tobacco shed. The museum gallery features revolving local exhibits and Native American artifacts.
717-272-9711
Heart of a vast industrial plantation for a century and a half, the Cornwall Iron Furnace is a landmark of Pennsylvania's iron and steel industry.
717-299-9940
Six rotating exhibitions, tours of the restored 1700s home and painting studio of Lancaster's most famous resident and world-famous artist, Charles Demuth.
717-733-6600
One of America's earliest communal societies, best known for its original art and music and distinctive medieval Germanic architecture.
610-593-7013
Historical and modern-day events brought to life as well as original and standard musicals, comedies and dramas in a truly unique setting!
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See world-class live professional productions, including Broadway musicals, comedies and dramas in this national historic landmark theatre. Ask about Ghost Tours.
717-464-4438
Cross this threshold and experience colonial life as you enter the oldest residence in Lancaster County.
717-299-6440
Come face to face with history at the Heritage Center Museum.
717-392-1776
A rewarding, invigorating experience the whole family will enjoy with things you can only see on foot and things you can only see downtown.
888-674-6136
Pennsylvania Dutch folklife and fun - a rare gathering of 200 of America's finest folk artists and traditional craftsmen.
877-598-6616
Reviving the tradition of Lancaster County brewing, our beers are handcrafted exclusively at our own brewery.
717-291-4758
For nearly 275 years, people have come together in Lancaster City for entertainment, social, creative enrichment and great shopping and dining experiences.
717-392-4633
Trace your family history or learn more about Lancaster County. Stop by the Lancaster County Historical Society.
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717-393-9745
A wonderful source for Pennsylvania German history, genealogy, and material culture. Includes museum exhibit, "Decorated and Plain: A Mennonite and Amish Sampler."
717-291-8600
Come and see 200 years of history of newspapers.
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This museum is home to the former Esprit collection of Lancaster County Amish quilts. Visit to learn what makes these quilts unique.
Food lovers, mark your calendars! This Memorial Day weekend, treat yourself to tastes you'll never forget! On May 24 & 25, the Great Pennsylvania FlavorFestTM will showcase the state's unique cuisines and culinary diversity, featuring cooking demos from the region's top chefs, wine and beer tasting, musical entertianment and high-end crafts! On the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
With an overnight stay of two or more consecutive nights at participating locations, you'll receive a $25 gas card. Limited time offer - book today!
Great overnight deals enable you to wake up in Lancaster County, where magnificent mornings are just the beginning of fun for the whole family!
A culinary event like no other! Two days packed with chef demos, wine and beer tastings, musical entertainment and high-end crafts! May 24-25.
