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Lancaster County is a patchwork of unique and quaint small towns. From historic
destinations and vast Amish farmlands to charming villages and local treasures,
a special experience awaits. Find a change of pace in the wide-open spaces of
Lancaster's countryside in towns like Bird-in-Hand, Intercourse, and Strasburg;
peruse the shelves of a local shop in Lititz; or take a step back in time when you
visit Manheim and Ephrata. Whether it's your first visit to Lancaster or your fiftieth,
make it memorable with one of these small town experiences.

History

Take a breath of history by the river at
the Susquehanna National Heritage
Area. Become enlightened by the river's
heritage at Columbia Crossing River
Trails Center or learn about PA's historic
trail at Zimmerman Center for Heritage.
Enjoy a peaceful hike, bike, or run by
the beautiful Susquehanna River. Pick
up local produce and special foods for
a scenic picnic at the Columbia Market
House. This historic destination was
established in 1869 to connect citizens
with farmers, and it has re-opened to
continue that tradition to present day.
Head to Lancaster City for a tour of
President James Buchanan's Wheatland
mansion. The original 1828 home tells

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the story of our country's fifteenth
president and his experiences in
Lancaster. While on the campus, stop by
LancasterHistory for rotating exhibits
that show Lancaster's role in American
history. Visitors can also use the onsite Research Center to uncover their
personal Lancaster County connection.
With so many historic destinations
to see, you might consider staying
overnight in one of the historic, smalltown Bed and Breakfasts for a weekend
getaway.

Arts and Culture
Visit the vibrant arts scene of Lancaster
City. Gallery Row is a collection of
galleries where artists display and sell
their work. On the First Friday of every
month, the city's shops and galleries
stay open late for a full evening of
treasure hunting! Plan to visit the
Antiques Capital, otherwise known as
Adamstown, and return home with a
vintage masterpiece. With countless
antique markets and dealers, flea
markets, antique showcases, and stores,
you are sure to find what you're looking
for. Schedule your visit during a craft
show in either Ephrata, Columbia, or
Lititz. Find special handmade jewelry,
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passionate, local artists.
Head back in time at the Pennsylvania
Renaissance Faire, located just outside
the small town of Manheim. Explore
35 acres of fair grounds filled with
intricately costumed characters,
merchants, artwork, crafts, drinks, food,

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See what life was like for settlers in the
1700s at the Ephrata Cloister. Take a
tour of the seven original buildings-
either with a guide or at your own
pace-and stop by the Visitors Center
for exhibits and more information. In the
town of Lititz, learn about the history of
pretzel making at Julius Sturgis Pretzel
Bakery, the first commercial pretzel
bakery in America. Become a certified
pretzel twister and tour the original
bakery before stocking up on numerous
types of pretzels.

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