The Brandywine Valley in Southeast Pennsylvania was a major route for the Underground Railroad. The underground railroad was a network made up of homes, churches, and farms where slaves intent of becoming free could be secreted on their journey from … Continue reading
Want to learn more about the American Revolution? Near Hamanassett is the Brandywine Battlefield where the largest battle of the American Revolution was fought. Brandywine Patriot’s Day is November 24 at the Brandywine Battlefield in Chadds Ford, a short 5 mile … Continue reading
Although we have lived in Pennsylvania almost twenty five years, I am always learning about new and exciting attractions to visit. The most recent attraction I’ve learned about is a Beaux Arts mansion called Glencairn. The medieval castle like museum … Continue reading
Did you know that the largest battle fought during the American Revolution (or as the British refer to it The War for American Independence) was right here in the Brandywine Valley? The British were trying to capture Philadelphia which was … Continue reading
Philadelphia is where it all began so why not celebrate July 4 in the cradle of independence? There will be all types of events to celebrate Independence Day beginning the week prior to the fourth and running through the holiday. … Continue reading
Until November 19 enjoy viewing thousands of blooms in a riot of color during the annual Chrysanthemum Festival at Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. You will be amazed at the huge thousand bloom chrysanthemum which showcases the Asian art of … Continue reading
There is so much more to do in the Brandywine Valley than just visit the wonderful DuPont estates which everyone is familiar with. Next time you come to visit Longwood Gardens, Winterthur the Brandywine River Museum, or Nemours, make sure … Continue reading
Mark your calendar for the 77th year of the historic house tour of Chester County. If you are like I am, whenever you drive by a lovely old and historic house you’d love to be able to peek inside. But … Continue reading
Have you been watching the fascinating show on the History Channel where they are trying to determine if the notorious American serial killer, H. H. Holmes is also Jack the Ripper? We’ve been glued to the series and so far … Continue reading
If you are interested in historic houses and the Underground Railroad this is definitely the area to visit. Within 30 minutes of Hamanassett Bed and Breakfast there are four historic sites. One is in Kennett Square and the other three … Continue reading