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Falling Waters – Said to be Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece of design, Falling Waters is a must see for everyone. Built on a rock ledge next to a waterfall, Falling Waters extends out over the falls and they become part of the experience that is Falling Waters. Everything in the house echoes the environment in which the house sits. Contact – Falling Waters Tel: 724-329-8501 Email: fallingwater@paconserve.org http://www.paconserve.org/index-fw1.asp
_______________________________________ The Hermitage - Home to President Andrew Jackson and his wife, Rachael, The Hermitage was purchased by Jackson in 1804. The Hermitage opened to the public as a museum in 1889 and is considered one of the finest examples of an early presidential mansion. Since its opening the Hermitage has welcome over 15,000,000 people. Come and explore the charm and the history of this beautiful estate. Contact – The Hermitage – Tel: 615-889-2941 Email: info@thehermitage.com http://www.thehermitage.com/ Monticello - Monticello was home to Thomas Jefferson, the third President of the United States, and possibly one of the most interesting men of modern times. Jefferson was the author of the American Constitution, Gov. of Virginia, President of the United States, arranged for the purchase of Louisiana and the exploration of the western territories by Louis and Clark, and so very much more. Visit Monticello and enjoy seeing Jefferson’s many inventions. Contact – Monticello Tel: 1-800-243-1743 ______________________________
The National Watch and Clock Museum – With over 12,000 items to look at the National Watch and Clock Museum is a must for all those who love old time pieces and those who are just curious about them. The library contains a treasure trove of information about time pieces and their manufacturing companies. School programs help to enlighten children about the importance of keeping time. Contact – The National Watch and Clock Museum Tel: 717-684-8261 Email: pgable@mawcc.org http://www.nawcc.org/museum/museum.htm ___________________________________________ Strasburg Rail Road – To those of us who are dyed in the wool railroad lovers this is a treat of a lifetime! Located in the center of Amish Country, The Strasburg Railroad is one of the last of the steam run locomotives. Special events for young and old alike make this a really wonderful vacation destination. Contact – Strasburg Rail Road Tel: 717-687-7522 Email: srrtrain@strasburgrailroad.com http://www.strasburgrailroad.com/ ___________________________________ Amish Farm and House – Since 1955 the Amish Farm and House has lead the way in educating the public about the ways and beliefs of the Old Order Amish of Lancaster County, PA. Come and get an accurate glimpse into the lives of the Plain People. Contact – Amish Farm and House Tel: 717-394-6185 Email: info@amishhouseandfarm.com http://www.amishfarmandhouse.com/ __________________________________________ The National Toy Train Museum – Love trains? Love toy trains? Then this will be a great stop on your vacation to Lancaster County, PA. All manufacturers of toy trains represented and all gauges too! They also have a reference library. This is not your usual museum. You can run the trains yourself! Contact – Mail- Location - Tel: 717-687-8976 ______________________________ Rose Hall – Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall, practiced Obeah (a form of Voodoo) here and is said to have killed several of her lovers including John Palmer, her husband. Once a thriving sugar cane plantation, Rose Hall lay in ruins for many decades, but it has now been restored to its original grandeur as world class hotel and golf resort. Come and be pampered while learning the history of this Great House and the sugar cane industry in Jamaica. Contact – Rose Hall Tel: 876-953-8150 http://www.rosehall.com/noflash.html _______________________________ The Alamo – The Mission San Antonio de Valero was built in 1724 as a Catholic Mission. In the early 1800’s the Spanish located a cavalry in the old mission and the name changed to The Alamo. On February 23, 1836, with Texas fighting for their independence from Mexico, General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna and his men attacked the Alamo and the Texans held inside. The battle lasted for 13 days, but the Texas forces could not prevail. Jim Bowie and David Crockett were among those who fought here. Contact – The Alamo Tel: 210-225-1391 Email: dstewart@thealamo.org http://www.thealamo.org/battle.html _____________________________________ Copper Canyon Tours – This area of Mexico has been compared to the Grand Canyon region of the USA, but Copper Canyon is much larger and the topography is different. The people native to this region are descended from the Aztec Indians. The tour by train includes visits to Barranca del Cobre, Los Mochis, Sinaloa, Cerocahui, Creel, and the Sea of Cortez. Contact – David Warner
Tel: 1-866-247-3464 Email: campdave@pacifier.com http://www.copper-canyon-tour.com/ -------------------------------------------------------------- The Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village – This complex rivals Williamsburg in size and shear number of attractions too see. Be sure to devote at least 2 days just to get a glimpse of the museum and grounds. This is a great place to visit for all ages and well worth the entry fee. The museum houses the most amazing eclectic collection of American History you’ll see anywhere. There are examples of White House China from the first through today. On the bottom floor you’ll see the largest collection of not only Ford cars but many other antique autos and so much more. The grounds hold the oldest windmill in America, a log cabin, Stephen Foster’s house brought brick by brick and nail by nail to Greenfield Village and reassembled there. Edison’s workshop and the Wright Brother’s bicycle shop too. There is so much to see and do at The Henry Ford, don’t forget to visit the River Rouge Assembly Plant and see Ford cars being built, that you could spend a week and not see it all. You are only about 30 minutes from Detroit and Windsor, Canada too! Contact – The Henry Ford Tel: 1-800-835-5237 Email: For general information there is an email form at the site. _________________________________
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