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Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

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There is SO MUCH to do throughout this area - people are continually amazed!
And many diverse activities can be enjoyed here for free.
Here's a sampling of some of the things you can do that won't cost you anything.
(For additional savings, be sure to see our online
Coupons.)

Dutch Haven Shoofly Pie Bakery - Paradise, PA

DUTCH HAVEN
2857A Lincoln Highway East, (U.S. Route 30), Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-0111
The place that made shoofly pie famous. Enjoy a free sample of America's best shoofly pie (as noted in TIME Magazine). Lancaster County's original Amish craft store, selling distinctive local furniture, jams and jellies, gifts, souvenirs, and a wonderful selection of Amish Country T-shirts.
     
Bube's Brewery / The Brewery Gallery – Changing exhibits of local artists in the gallery, part of a restored 19th century brewery complex, much of which can also be viewed. 102 N. Market St., Mt. Joy. 717-653-2056.

The Cemetery at St. James Episcopal Church – See gravestones from the 1700's and 1800's in the cemetery behind the church at the corner of Orange and Duke Streets in Lancaster.

Charter Day - State museums are open free to the public one day only each March. For dates and museums, see our March Calendar.

Demuth Foundation - There's no admission charge for you and your family to visit the Demuth Foundation to see the preserved home and gardens of the renowned American modernist artist Charles Demuth (1883-1935). 120 East King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. 717-299-9940.

George's Woodcrafts
– See craftsmen at work building solid wood furniture of walnut, oak and cherry. Five show rooms of finished furniture and gifts. 9 Reichs Church Road, Marietta. 717-426-1004 or 426-1685.

Go Antiquing – Adamstown, Pennsylvania is known as the Sunday Antiques Capital. You'll find one of the largest concentrations of antiques in the nation. Also, numerous other antique shops and markets can be found throughout Lancaster County. See our Antiques Shopping Directory.

Go To Market – Visit Lancaster County's Farmers Markets, where you'll find stands overflowing all year with fresh vegetables, meats, cheeses, flowers, herbs, baked goods and crafts. The Central Market in center city Lancaster is the oldest continuously operating farmers market in the nation. It's open Tuesdays and Fridays.

Go To The Park – Central Park on the southern edge of Lancaster City, offers picnicking, ballfields, volleyball and tennis courts, playground, stream fishing, fitness and hiking trails, and historical sites. Chickies Rock Park, off Route 441 between Columbia and Marietta, offers a fabulous scenic overlook of the Susquehanna River along with hiking trails. Long's Park, at Harrisburg Pike and U.S. Route 30 has huge children's play areas, a large pond where you can feed ducks and geese, a petting zoo, and occassional free concerts. Muddy Run Recreation Park south of Lancaster at172 Bethesda Church Rd. W. in Holtwood offers facilities for fishing, picnicking and boating (electric, row & paddle --*fee for boat rentals), plus ballfields, hiking trails, and playground equipment.

Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County – Museum and education center dedicated to the exhibition, research and preservation of Lancaster County decorative arts from the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. Free to individuals; charge for groups requesting guided tour. Penn Square, Lancaster. 717-299-6440.

Herr's Snack Factory Tour™ – Free video presentation and tour of their snack foods production plant. Over 20 items include popcorn, chips and pretzels. Enjoy fresh, warm chips, too. Box 300, Nottingham. 271 Old Baltimore Pike, Nottingham PA 19362. 800-63-SNACK

Hershey Farm - Free walking trail, free self-guided tour of their flower and vegetable gardens, free children's play areas, free photo opportunities with various Amish buggies, and free on-site farm animals to see. Route 896, Strasburg, PA 17579, 717-687-8635, 800-827-8635.

Hershey's Chocolate World – Enjoy a free simulated chocolate making tour. Visitors Center also provides information on other Hershey area attractions. Free 2 hour parking in Chocolate World lot. Park Blvd., Hershey. 717-534-4900.

Intercourse Canning Company – Come to the Cannery. Viewing the cannery is free and so is sampling a variety of pickles, vegetables, relishes, salads, jams and jellies. 3612 E. Newport Road, Intercourse, PA 17534, 717-768-0156.

Kauffman's Hardware & Countrywares, Inc. – Take a step back in time in their 18th century building. Discover three floors of unique shopping and local history six days a week. 201-215 East Main Street, New Holland, PA 17557, 717-354-4606.

Kitchen Kettle Village – See jams, jellies, and relishes being made, and sample the finished products in this quaint village of shops. Route 340, Intercourse. 717-768-8261.

Lancaster Graphics Gallery – Visit an art gallery specializing in posters and limited edition prints of and about the Lancaster area. 34 N. Water St., Lancaster. 717-397-5552.

Lancaster Museum of Art - Permanent and changing exhibits of regional, national, and international artists. 135 North Lime Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. 717-394-3497.

Lancaster Newspaper Newseum – A multi-media sidewalk-access news museum showing equipment from by-gone newspaper production methods, the evolution of newspapers spanning 200 years, and more. 28 S. Queen St., Lancaster. 717-291-8676.

Mennonite Information Center – Enjoy the walk-through exhibit area describing the Mennonite way of life along with a free film in their theater at 2209 Millstream Road, Lancaster. 717-299-0954.

Old Candle Barn – See candle making and quilting demonstrations; gift shop filled with hand-dipped candles and crafts. 3551A Old Philadelphia Pike (Rt. 340), Intercourse. 717-768-3231.

The Outhouse – Not what you'd expect! This combination store and fun house is truly an enjoyable experience for all ages. Ask for a free foot of chocolate when you're there. In the Village of Dutch Delights, 2853 Lincoln Highway East, Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-9580.

Pennsylvania Dutch Candies – Candy plant tours and bicycle museum. Manufactures, imports and distributes candies, snacks and ethnic PA Dutch foods. 408 N. Baltimore Ave., Box 128, Mt. Holly Springs. 717-486-3496.

The People's Place Quilt Museum – Free admission. Open Mondays - Saturdays 9-5; closed Sundays. 3510 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, PA 17534, 800-828-8218.

Rothman Gallery – This art gallery located at Franklin & Marshall College features rotating displays from the college's permanent collection of paintings, frakturs, tinware, quilts, glassware, cabinetry, folk art and fine art. Steinman College Center, College Avenue, Lancaster. 717-291-3879.

Scenic Drive Through Covered Bridges – Explore the charm of covered bridges throughout Lancaster County. You'll find 28 covered bridges along scenic back roads.

Scenic Drive Through Amish Farmlands – Explore the rolling Amish farmlands throughout Pennsylvania Dutch Country, Lancaster County.

Stoudt's Microbrewery – One of the leading micro-brewers in the country. Free 45 minute tour of the microbrewery. Rt. 272 North, Adamstown. 717-484-4385.

Strasburg Rail Road – See operating steam trains and cars in between trips at their East Strasburg Station. (There is a fee to ride on the train.) Route 741, Strasburg, PA 17579, 717-687-7522.

That Fish Place – See tropical fish, reptiles, and much more at the world's largest aquarium and pet supply store. Fascinating for all ages. 237 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603, 717-299-5691.

Wenger Gallery – Enjoy original fine art by Amish and Mennonite artists. Wenger Gallery is above Miller's Smorgasbord Restaurant at 2811-A Lincoln Hwy. E., Ronks, PA 17572, 717-687-5221.

Wilbur Chocolate Company – Candy factory, outlet and museum exhibiting antique candy production equipment and antique molds. See candy being made. 48 N. Broad St., Lititz. 717-626-3249.

Wine Tasting - Numerous local vineyards offer free wine tasting and tours. See our online directory of local Wineries and Breweries.
 



     

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