Is it the nicest river park in the world?…read more Of course not. But it's there. And it's near Lancaster. And it looks like an excellent place for tubing and kayaking. I'd love to go back and take in the visitor center.

There's not much at the Visitor Center (although their clean bathrooms were much appreciated), but…read moreif you're in or passing through Columbia, stopping by the Columbia Crossing Rivers Trails Center is worth it for the views. There is a walking path along the river, with plenty of benches for sitting as well. The views of the Susquehanna and the bridge are very beautiful. When I visited this past Saturday, I walked over from town (an easy walk), but there was plenty of parking at the Trails Center, too. I just spent a few minutes here, enjoying the views, but I have been happy to read my book on a bench with those views if I hadn't had such a packed itinerary for my time in Columbia!

A great little museum ( not that little ) to spend a few hrs. enjoying . They have nice bathrooms…read moreand gift shop . The museum presents a historiclal showcase of the evolution of timekeeping . There are sections( clock) full of various timekeeping instruments . Grandfather Clocks , Asian Clocks , Nautical , Automobile , Airplane . Further on , are sections devoted to the advent of pocketwatches and wristwatches . Many countries are represented . Pocketwatches developed with the burgeoning railroad system . Wristwatches with the outbreak of the first great world war . The dawn of aviation spurred further innovation . As always ... " necessity is the mother of invention ." Highlights include the monumental "Engle" clock , which was like a vaudeville show all its own , with many miniature mechanical , performances . A staffer is there to answer questions , and a shows off all of the Engles , bells and whistles, hourly. The section dedicated to the iconic Hamilton watch factory in nearby Lancaster city ( sadly defunct and exists as Condominiums today ) and the James Bond tributes , made this a museum of interest to a diverse crowd .

My last stop on my weekend trip to Lancaster County this past weekend was at the National Watch and…read moreClock Museum in Columbia. I love a quirky, specific museum, and this museum was no exception. The museum is operated by the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors and was founded in 1977. Its collection includes over 12,000 clocks and watches, with about 3,000 of them on display in the museum. The museum is large enough that they hand you a map when you walk in! To be honest, I don't know the first thing about the mechanics or history of watches and clocks - although I know much more after my visit to the museum - but I really enjoyed my stop at the museum! The museum might be a little dated (especially the "Learning Center," but there were signs saying they were working to upgrade that area soon), but they had some interesting and beautiful pieces, but whether you're a collector of watches and clocks or don't know the first them about them, the museum is worth a stop! I'd be happy to return for another visit with friends or family!

This venue was formerly wheelchair accessible and a great option for the whole family. It's no…read morelonger wheelchair accessible, with large machines that employees can't and won't move blocking entrances. This isn't acceptable. We planned a happy and accessible group celebration for a birthday and only found out about this new layout change blocking our family member from entering the arcade today. This venue has lost our family's business completely until they are willing to resume accommodating ALL.

Awesome spot! Can't beat the price when it comes to playing the games. 10$ per person an hour.read more

I visited Lancaster PA for the first time and loved the vibe. Ware Center is in the city center…read morenext to the Fulton theater.

Attended the CPOSC - Open Source Conference here. This was like the county fair of technology…read moreconference. Staff at the front desk and check in were very helpful. Event was well organized with displays in lobby and sessions in the auditorium. Great place for musicals, shows and events.

Three words that flow together, stuck in the American consciousness: Three Mile Island. In 1979,…read morethe power plant experienced a partial nuclear meltdown that released radioactive gases into the environment. It remains the worst accident in US commercial nuclear power plant history. The historical marker reads, "On March 28, 1979, and for several days thereafter -- as a result of technical malfunctions and human error -- Three Mile Island's Unit 2 Nuclear Generating Station was the scene of the nation's worst commercial nuclear accident. Radiation was released, a part of the nuclear core was damaged, and thousands of residents evacuated the area. Events here would cause basic changes throughout the world's nuclear power industry." The marker was erected in 1999 by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. You do not need to enter the secure area to see the marker or the cooling towers. There is parking. [Review 1729 of 2024 - 682 in Pennsylvania - 22752 overall]

Historial nuclear landmark on the side of the road. Pull off spot adjacent to sign that overlooks…read morethe river and plant. After watching the Netflix series "Meltdown: Three Mile Island", we had to make a pit stop while in PA.

This was our first ever B&B experience and it was fantastic! The owners were very hospitable and…read morewelcoming! The house was very charming and cozy. We stayed in the Courtney Room which was on the second floor. It was a small room but it was perfect for us! It was right off a shared living room but lucky for us, no one was in that room! The B&B was within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants downtown. We ended up walking to dinner and then did a mini-pub crawl! When we arrived "home" later in the evening, there were some fresh homemade chocolate chip cookies waiting for us! We really enjoyed them and even took some up to the room for later! The next morning we woke to find coffee in the living room at 7am. The coffee from Whiff Roasters was to die for! Breakfast was served later in the dining room and it was delicious! Overall, we had a fantastic time and would highly recommend the Lititz House Bed & Breakfast!!

Excellent accommodations, friendly proprietors, not too in your face…read more First of all, let me preface this by telling you I usually don't like B&Bs. There's nothing that annoys me more than B&B operators who feel they have to be so nice and helpful that they smother you. The Lititz House wasn't like this at all. John and Heidi, the owners, made us feel like we were visiting friends, but were very professional and competent at the same time. Not an easy trick to pull off. The rooms were cozy, with bathrooms for all. Keeping in mind this is a 100 year old house, the retrofitting is mostly seamless. A couple of the bathrooms were on the small side, but no smaller than your own house. Breakfast was excellent, and the coffee and juices are a standout. (I know that sounds silly, but they were fantastic)

My wife and I toured the Warehime-Myers Mansion in Hanover in the fall. The WMM is a beautiful…read moreneoclassical mansion built over three years, starting in 1911. Built by Clinton Myers, owner of the Hanover Shoe Company, the WMM is without a doubt, one of the grandest houses in Hanover. The home reflects the eclectic decorating style of Bill Warehime, with its antique furnishings, and dare I say, some rather kitschy artistic touches. Overall, it is a site to behold with period furnishings, embellished mirrors, china, ornate fireplaces, grandfather clocks, etc. You will find yourself swept back into time as you take a guided tour of this house. Our docent was Jim, one of the volunteers associated with the historical society. He was very thorough in explaining the style, tastes and history of the previous owners and regaled us with stories pertaining to each room and various items we encountered. He was incredible. We also toured the stable/carriage house building that is currently being renovated. The mansion is the site of seasonal events and concerts, as well as a wedding venue. As a lover of history and architecture, I was enthralled by this mansion's grandeur and its storied past. If you have similar interests, you will enjoy your visit here.