Friends, Romans, countrymen; lend me your ears! Since I can’t stop thinking about the new film Hamnet (which, yes, made me cry multiple times), I simply had to dig into some of our best stories about the Bard.
Calvert Vaux, the architect of New York City’s Central Park (with Frederick Law Olmsted), designed this striking post office in 1863. It was expanded to house the Yale School of Forestry’s summer Master’s program, and was later transformed into Forest Hall Studios, an artistic hub and gathering space.
Four historic Frank Lloyd Wright homes are available for overnight stays in this sprawling 130-acre park. Daytrippers can combine house tours with a cozy meal at TreeTops Restaurant, which features Wright-inspired Treehouse Dining Pods nestled in the woods.
Berks County’s history of artistic expression can be tracked back to the gorgeous barn art of the Pennsylvania Dutch community or found today at GoggleWorks, one of the biggest maker spaces in the country. Experience the area with a ride on the Colebrookdale Railroad or a tour through the historic Amish Nicholas Stoltzfus Homestead.
Just south of Lake Erie in Crawford County, you’ll find a wide variety of activities, from miles of scenic hiking and biking trails packed with wildlife to a museum devoted to stereoscopic photography. Uncover historic sites, nature preserves, roadside art, and more in this beautiful region of northwest Pennsylvania.
Step inside the revitalized Palmer Museum of Art, where centuries of creativity meet under one roof. From ancient artifacts to bold contemporary works, this sprawling, free-to-visit museum on Penn State’s campus offers a chance to slow down, look closely and find something surprising around every corner.
Highly walkable and packed with marvels of art and architecture, Philly is waiting for your next adventure. Combine diverse institutions with quirky public art, great food, and iconic American architecture to create a unique and unforgettable visit.
