Blogs of my visits to National Parks, local museums, historical societies and local facilities offering educational opportunities.
This weekend Country Fox visited the Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site for their Living History Day. We visited the museum first to brush up on the history of the Allegheny Portage Railroad. Then we headed down to the Living History encampments and checked out the Engine House 6 Exhibit and the Lemon House. The …
This week we explore the history and mystery of ‘The man they could not hang’. Michael “Mickey” or “Smitty” Smith lived in the Johnstown area. After killing a man, he was found guilty and sentenced to hang. Then, he disappeared. Smitty was never heard from again. Before Incarceration Michael Smith had several nicknames, his most …
This week Country Fox explores 7 things to do on Earth Day. Most people have heard about Earth Day, but do you know the history of Earth Day? If you have never participated in Earth Day activities, I have some suggestions for those interested in participating. Creation of Earth Day The 1960’s was a decade …
While it may be snowing outside right now, nice weather is just around the corner. Country Fox is here to suggest 7 Springtime Amusements. Read on through to start planning some fun spring and summer activities. 1. Gardens at St. Francis The Shrines and Sunken Gardens at Mount Assisi are located on what used to …
Eastern State Penitentiary is one of Philadelphia’s famous tourist attractions. The structure became a National Historic Landmark in 1965. ESP officially opened to the public for history tours in 1994. Read on to discover the history of this fascinating and spooky structure. Prison of the Past In 1787, during a meeting at Benjamin Franklin’s house, …
What better way to come back from our unexpected hiatus than a blog about Gettysburg and the start of spooky season! As our loyal readers know, we love visiting Gettysburg. Recently we took another trip back. Lightner Farmhouse B&B During this trip we stayed at the Lightner Farmhouse B&B. This building is listed on the …
Recently Country Fox explored the Shrines and Sunken Gardens at Mount Assisi. The Gardens are located in Loretto, adjacent to St. Francis University. Quiet and peaceful, the gardens are worth a visit. Way Back When In the beginning, the Gardens were located on the Schwab Estate. Charles M Schwab has a fascinating history. Born in …
Country Fox went on a morbid excursion this weekend. We visited the Cambria County Historical Society in Ebensburg. The Historical Society has brought back a fascinating display: Morbid Curiosity. The display opens just in time for the spooky and dark time of year. What can one expect? The exhibit is located on the second floor …
Country Fox has been having some mini adventures. We’ve been getting out and about as much as possible trying to enjoy as much of the end of summer as possible. A few weeks ago we went on a hike with some friends. This past weekend we attended a bluegrass festival. Today I’m going to share …
This week we continue and conclude our visit to Gettysburg. We will be visiting the restaurants where we ate, and the historical sites we spent time at. Missed last weeks post? Visit the blog here. Where did we eat? There are many food establishments in and around Gettysburg that are worth visiting. Interested in more …