Conestoga Township in Pennsylvania is rich with history. The most well known historical fact about the township is that it was the birthplace of the Conestoga Wagon, the cargo hauler that was vital to the country’s trade for over a century. In this article, we will discuss how the famous Conestoga Wagon became such a vital tool in keeping our nation growing during the early years.
Many things come to mind when thinking of Lancaster County: the Amish, center of PA Dutch culture, horse and buggy trotting alongside a bucolic country road. Being hotly contested territory in a violent, decades-long border dispute between Pennsylvania and Maryland is not one of them. But Lancaster County was exactly that in the 1730s during a conflict known as Cresap’s War.
The many museums in Lancaster, PA are perfect for a family day trip or “staycation.” As the fourth county established in Pennsylvania, Lancaster has an eventful and colorful history. Whether you’re interested in learning the county’s past, looking toward the future, or taking in the arts, Lancaster’s museums offer something for every member of the family, both young and old.
