Some of my fondest childhood memories involve the Elf on the Shelf, who played elaborate pranks on my siblings and me each night around the holidays. Despite his mischief, I really loved this little guy—respected him, even. So, let’s celebrate some other precocious elvestoday.
Pennsylvania has more than its share of well-known travel destinations, like Gettysburg, the Liberty Bell, and the Andy Warhol Museum. In addition to these well-known national treasures, however, the state has a wealth of lesser-known yet fascinating things to see.
This fine-dining destination was originally built in 1901 as the Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Station, and today it delivers a seafood-focused menu in lieu of passengers. The Victorian and Edwardian style architecture is a big draw, including a grand stained-glass cathedral roof and a dramatic central staircase.
From different angles of approach, this enormous sculpture looks like an arch, a figure eight, a wishbone, or a wavy line. Sculptor Israel Hadany used mathematical principles to develop the arch’s unique shape, which has welcomed shoppers to the The District at Lycoming Valley since 1978.
From sweeping views at Jack’s Mountain Overlook to quirky roadside attractions like 51 fiberglass geese, this Pennsylvania gem is full of surprises. Whether you’re birding, antiquing, or enjoying a pint at a sustainable local brewhouse, the Juniata River Valley offers hidden treasures at every turn.
