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| Provides links to a number of Philadelphia and surrounding area web sites which will guide you to things to do here. |
Historic Valley Forge National Park presented by The Valley Forge Historical Society. Provides information on the museum, the history, who served there and George Washington. If you follow the museum link from their home page, you can find a recommendation for the The Great Valley House from some nice people that have stayed here.
Ask the Curator at Valley Forge Read scores of previously answered questions -- or ask your own question about Valley Forge!. Compliments of the Curator, Valley Forge Historical Society.
The Valley Forge Convention & Visitors Bureau is a great resource for information on our area. Topics include What's New? What's to do? Calendar of Events! How to get to Valley Forge? Where to get more information?
The Liberty Net's Historic Philadelphia site is a fountain of information on Philadelphia with both historic and contemporary things to do and see. See The Betsy Rose and the Historic Mile pages. There are also links to Liberty Net's Valley Forge pages.
Brandywine Battlefield Park The Brandywine Battlefield Park brings to life the largest engagement of the Revolutionary War, fought on September 11, 1777, between the Continental Army led by General George Washington and the British forces headed by General William Howe.
Chester County Historical Society Explore 300 years of Chester County history. Discover the intrigue of America's past through the unique lens of local history.
Chester County. An index of web sites related to Chester County which is the home of all the title deeds referred to on our history page. This web site has a number of very helpful links to places of interest in our area.
Weather Underground the current local weather forecast.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, our local newspaper.
Longwood Gardens The world's premier horticultural display garden. Longwood offers 1,050 acres of gardens, woodlands, and meadows; 20 outdoor gardens; 20 indoor gardens within 4 acres of heated greenhouses; 11,000 different types of plants and spectacular fountains.
Kennett Square, PA - 610-388-1000
Winterthur Museum World's premier collection of American decorative arts 1640-1860, showcased in Period Rooms and exhibition Galleries, Garden & tram.
Historic Brandywine Valley Come explore the historic Brandywine Valley. Discover our natural beauty, our history, our art, antiques, mansions and gardens and our unique brand of country casual hospitality. The Brandywine is nestled amidst the rolling hills of southern Chester County, PA, where the Battle of Brandywine was fought, and northern New Castle County, DE where the paper was milled for the Declaration of Independence and America's first currency.
Brandywine Museum Three galleries in the old mill building boast original structural beams, white plaster walls, and pine floors. The fourth, the Andrew Wyeth gallery, features flexible wall partitions and a unique skylight system. All galleries open from a circular, brick-floored core - a symbolic silo for the old mill - with dramatic walls of glass, providing spectacular views of the Brandywine River and the rural landscape that inspired many of the artists represented in the museum's carefully focused collections.
Philadelphia Museum of Art. Current exhibits, hours, admission, phone numbers and directions.
Mummers Museum Exhibits relating to the Philadelphia New Years Parade. The marathon parade is made up of four major divisions starting early in the morning on New Year's Day (weather permitting) and continues until late in the evening. Thousands participate as well as view the parade and the City of Philadelphia judges the performers and issues prizes.
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology One of top ten science museums. The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, through its research, collections, and dissemination of knowledge, advances understanding of the world's cultural heritage.
Historic Bartram's Garden America's oldest living botanical garden, a pastoral 18th century homestead surrounded by the urban bustle of Philadelphia.
The King of Prussia Mall. Welcome to what is now the world's most complete,the world's most enticing, the world's most exquisite shopping experience. The Plaza & The Court at King of Prussia.
Franklin Mills The official landmark of the discount shopper.
Rockvale Square Outlets More than 100 outlet stores, discounts 30% - 70% in Lancaster, PA.
VF Factory Outlet/VF Designers Outlet First quality trusted name brand clothing in Reading, PA.
Skippack Village 18th century street village houses, 50 shops and restaurants in Skippack, PA.
Great Valley Health Club Open till 10 PM, $10 walk-in fee
Great Valley Corporate Center 610-296-5200
Paoli Health & Fitness Club Open till 10 PM, $10 walk-in fee
1564 E. Lancaster Avenue, Paoli 610-296-0433
The
United States Hot Air Balloon Team Welcome
To The Official Site of the US Hot Air Balloon Team.
As a hot air balloon company unlike any other in the
world, we customize balloon flights and tours in southeastern Pennsylvania,
throughout the country and overseas. Couples and groups alike choose the details
that make flights so memorable.
Air Ventures Hot Air Balloon Flights Inc. Offering hot air balloning flights over beautiful chester county...flight certificates are available for sunrise or sunset. Enjoy a champagne toast and hors'oeuvres after viewing the earth from above.
Chaddsford Winery Between Longwood Gardens and Brandywine River Museum, Daily Tours, tasting and sales.
Trail Horse back riding at Sheeder Mill Farm Rides ½ hour and up, Trail Riding Lessons, Picnic Rides 1 ½ hour and up, 1 Day Travel Ride, Local Overnights (tent camping).
Philadelphia Zoo America's first zoo.
United Artists Movie Theaters - 593 West Lancaster Ave, Frazer, PA, 19355 - (610) 251-5207 also 300 Goddard Blvd, King of Prussia, PA, 19406 - (610) 290-1361