Collections of ancient or historic buildings, either original or reconstructed on a site or linked sites presented to the public in such a way as to increase understanding of the past located in Pennsylvania.
Sites 8
- Fort Ligonier A full-scale, on-site reconstruction of the 1758-1766 original fort. History, museum, virtual tour, activities, visitor information, and store. Includes hours, admission fees and driving directions. Located in Ligonier.
- Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm Focusing on the activities of the Pennsylvania Dutch of the 18th and 19th century. Includes programs, workshops, hours, admission fees and driving directions. Located in Stroudsburg.
- Rough and Tumble Engineers' Historical Association A living museum of steam engines, antique tractors and farm equipment in Lancaster County. Includes hours, admission fees, schedule of events and facilities. Located at Kinzers.
- Newlin Grist Mill A 1704 mill and 150-acre park dedicated to historical preservation and environmental appreciation, operated by the Nicholas Newlin Foundation. Includes events calendar, educational programs and resources. Located in Concord Township.
- Eckley Miners' Village Presents an overview of the town and exhibits, a calendar of events, and volunteer opportunities.
- Hopewell Furnace Founded in 1771 by Ironmaster Mark Bird and operated until 1883, and includes activities and calendar of events located at Elverson.
- Old Mill Village Museum Volunteer-operated site on 34 acres offers a look at 12 structures dating from the 19th century that have some historical connection with the surrounding area. Includes gallery displays, hours, calendar of events, special events and directions. Located in New Milford.
- Meadowcroft Museum of Rural Life Preserves and exhibits the life on the land in rural western Pennsylvania throughout history. Features an archaeological site and a recreated 19th century village. Includes hours, schedule of events and workshops and directions. Located in Avella.