Showing posts with label Lancaster. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lancaster. Show all posts

Sunday, August 3, 2014

Penna. Dutch Country

Group of Amish folks chatting at a public sale. The Amish are a Religious Sect who have retained many of their forefathers' original customs, and beliefs, and live almost solely from Farming; without the use or aid of modern conveniences.

Time-out from Barn-Raising by the Amish.  These people join in and help their neighbors, without pay, to construct new barns when needed.  They start in the morning and by evening the building is completed.  The Amish are a Religious Sect who have retained many of their forefathers' original customs, and beliefs, and live almost solely from Farming; without the use or aid of modern conveniences.

The Amish Farm and House
U.S. Rt. 30, 6 Miles East of Lancaster, Penna.
Authentic replica of a kitchen in an "Old Order" Amish house.  Note the simple cupboards, the dinner table, the coal and wood stove, the oil lamps, etc.  This room is the center of all home activities.

Johnson's Mill Bridge located just off Route 340 East of Marietta, Pa. approximately 12 miles from Lancaster.

Friday, March 8, 2013

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Greetings From "The Penna. Dutch Country"
"The Old Covered Bridge"
View of Soudersburg Covered Bridge, located 1/4 mile off U.S. Route 30 on Ronks Road.  8 miles East of Lancaster, Pa.  View also shows Amish Family in Horse & Buggy, a common sight along the roads in this section of the country.

Rock Ford
Home of Revolutionary War General Edward Hand
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Built over 160 years ago, Rock Ford is a well-preserved example of refined country living during the United States' formative years.  Original 18th century woodwork, authentic paint colors, pre-1803 furnishings and costumed hostesses greet the 20th century visitor.
Open every day from 9 to 5.

The Amish Farm & House
U.S. Rt. 30 - Six Miles East of Lancaster, Penna.
"The Original Amish Farm Exhibit Since 1955"
Visit this authoritative replica of an "Old Order Amish" Farm.  Hostess lectures respectfully explain the Plain People's beliefs, customs and history.  Complete all-year farm operation with local crops, farm animals, water wheels, buggies, windmill, etc.
(An Excellent Field Trip for Educational & Social Groups.)

Penna. Farm Museum of Landis Valley
U.S. Route 222 - 2 Miles North of Lancaster, Pa.  Open to the public - Here-in on display are numerous Tools, Weapons, Utensils, Crafts, etc. which were used by the fore-fathers of this area in by-gone days.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Hart's U.S.30 Diner
U.S. Route 30 - 6 Miles East of Lancaster, Penna.
Completely "Air-Conditioned" - Open 24 Hours
Located in the "Heart of the Penna. Dutch Country."

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
View of Center Square showing Soldier's Monument.  Lancaster is the Oldest In-land City in the U.S.A. and is located in one of the richest farming areas in the world.

Lancaster Motel
U.S. Route 30 - 6 Miles East of Lancaster, Penna.  Open Year 'Round - Located in The Heart of the Penna. Dutch and Amish Country.  Restaurants nearby.
"Air Conditioned" - Television

Wednesday, May 2, 2012

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

The Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity
in the city of Lancaster, Pennsylvania
First Recorded Service, Nov. 29, 1729
First Church Built, 1734
Present Church Built, 1761-66
Parish House Built, 1953-54
Dr. Wallace E. Fisher, Pastor
Rev. R. Ray Evelan - Associate Pastor

The Amish Village
Located 6 miles east of Lancaster, Pa. along Route 896
This authentic Amish Kitchen is part of the Farmhouse dating back to 1840.  A tour of the Amish Village is interesting and educational presenting the Amish way of life.

Greetings form "The Penna. Dutch Country"
Mother hens and their baby Chicks at the Amish Farm & House - Route U.S. 30,  Lancaster, Pa.