A few miles from downtown Pittsburgh (in Schenley Park) you can explore Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, first opened in 1893. All Pennsylvania Landmarks
Inside the historic 14-room glasshouse, the lush tree cover and exotic plants create a pleasant and calm atmosphere. The park also offers a wide variety of educational programs teaching various methods to preserve the environment.
Raccoon Creek State Park is a Recreational Demonstration Area operated by the National Park Service since the 1930's. One of the largest and most beautiful state parks in Pennsylvania (7,572-acres). The park features the beautiful 101-acre Raccoon Lake, early Civilian Conservation Corps camp, Frankfort Springs Historic Landmark, and a Wildflower Reserve with 4.5 miles of trails for hiking only. The hiking trails wander through fields, forests, meadows and along Raccoon Creek.
Frankfort Mineral Springs was a famous resort and health spa initiated in the late 1790's. The "Frankfort House" serviced patrons in the summer months for over a century and closed in 1912.
The waters contained fifteen different minerals thought to have medicinal qualities. A historic marker was erected on the site by the Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation.
The mineral springs are now part of Raccoon Creek State Park in Hookstown, PA (near Pittsburgh).
The Allegheny National Forest in northwestern Pennsylvania is over a half million acres of recreational opportunities, scenic views and hidden treasures.
During the years that John Coltrane lived on N. 33 Street in Philadelphia (1952-58), the house was often referred to as "Trane’s House" by local fans that frequented the live music bars and clubs, and other Philadelphians who were part of the jazz scene.
The John Coltrane house was designated a national historic landmark on January 20, 1999. All National Landmarks - All Pennsylvania Landmarks
Sitting along the Susquehanna River in southeast Pennsylvania, Harrisburg is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It's believed that native Americans inhabited the Harrisburg area as early as 3000 BC. All State Capitals
Harrisburg population / area in square miles / sections or neighborhoods of the city.
History of Harrisburg.
Pittsburgh's first successful blast furnace for making pig iron. Operations began in 1859 using Connellsville coke as fuel. The furnace's technology initiated a new era, leading to more advanced furnaces capable of producing huge amounts of iron and resulting in the modern version. Clinton Furnace played an important role in establishing Pittsburgh's dominance in iron and steel making. Operations ended in 1927.
Printer, author, inventor, diplomat, philanthropist, statesman, and scientist. The eighteenth century's most illustrious Pennsylvanian built a house in Franklin Court starting in 1763, and here he lived the last five years of his life.
Born in Virginia, Texas Jack came west after the Civil War at age 16 to become a cowboy. He later made a name for himself as a plainsman and U.S. government scout who led the Pawnee Indians on their summer hunts and was guide for such notables as the Earl of Dunraven.
In 1872, with friend W.F. (Buffallo Bill) Cody, he achieved national fame by starting the first wild west shows in America. (Texas Jack was honored posthumously in 1994 by induction into the National Cowboy Hall of Fame's Hall of Great Western Performers located at Oklahoma City).
"As one of the most visible programs of the Texas Historical Commission, historical markers commemorate diverse topics including: the history and architecture of houses, commercial and public buildings, religious congregations, and military sites; events that changed the course of local and state history; and individuals who have made lasting contributions to our state, community organizations, and businesses.