When art and history come to mind, Pennsylvania is likely to be absent from your thoughts, unless you’re a historian or Pennsylvania native. However, those who are unaware of PA Dutch folk art are missing quite an elegant piece of American history. Many museums around the country feature various pieces of Dutch folk art. Furthermore, as you drive through Pennsylvania, you can still find famous Dutch folk art used on barns, storefronts, signs, and more!
Unless you know what to look for, you may miss a fascinating part of Pennsylvania as you drive through the state. There are three main things to know about PA Dutch folk art—fraktur, distelfink, and hex signs.
