The Horn Farm Center hosts an annual festival for the pawpaw, a strange yet fiercely loved fruit–but did you know that that's just one of many ways this educational nonprofit connects visitors and York Countians with the local landscape? Horn Farm Center is more than just the place for pawpaws…
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Thanks to the abundance of dairy farms and culinary artisans in the region, York County has no shortage of places to find delicious ice cream. From traditional, homespun flavors to modern, inventive creations, no matter what kind of ice cream treat you’re after, you’re sure to find it here. Ready…
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York County has a burgeoning art scene that makes it a fantastic destination for lovers of street art. Beautiful works can be found all over the county. Historic Murals of York In downtown York City, historic murals started popping up in the mid 1990s in an effort to celebrate York’s rich history…
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Bonding with the father figure in your life is the perfect way to spend Father’s Day this year. We've gathered a few ideas for a fun Father's Day weekend in York County. Book a Beer Tour – Anytime! Have a beer aficionado for a father or father figure? Score some major favorite kid points by…
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First Civil War Trails Marker in North York Borough to Remember Black Veterans On Tuesday, April 2, Lebanon Cemetery became the first Civil War Trails site in North York Borough, PA. The multi-state Civil War Trails program offers more than 1,500 sites for travelers, enabling them to stand in the…
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We think York County is the Cat’s Meow. And if you know what that means, this post is for you. April is National Jazz Month, and we have some of the hottest places to take in some cool jazz this or any month. Looking for more live music? Check out the Explore York Calendar of Events. Appell Center…
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Take a step back in history and ride the rails along the York County countryside. The Central…
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Looking to explore Pennsylvania’s best-kept secret? In York County, you'll find plenty of ways to experience unique, local experiences that make for the perfect weekend getaway. Things To Do for the History Buff Did you know that the Articles of Confederation were drafted in York and that York was…
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Mary Jane Small, a prominent figure in York County history, was born in Tennessee in 1850. Little is known of her early years. At the age of 23, she married Reverend John Small, who held a respected position as a bishop in the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Zion Church. Despite the societal…
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These questions and answers were originally part of a social media series during National Black Travel and Tourism Week in January but we thought they also deserved a spot on our blog. Thank you to Victoria Kageni Woodard of Gusa by Victoria for taking the time to share her thoughts with Explore…
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