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
If you are interested in the history of the War Between the States and plan a trip to Gettysburg, you will want to add a trip to Fort Mifflin located on Mud Island just outside Philadelphia to your agenda. Likewise, … Continue reading
The Museum of American History in Philadelphia contains thousands of artifacts including powder horns, American muskets, British and French swords, items from Lafayette and the headquarter’s tent of George Washington. Of special note is the plan of the Battle of … Continue reading
Whether you love sports, music, or history you’ll find it this month in Media, Pa. just five miles from Hamanassett Bed & Breakfast. World famous saxophonist Odean Pope is just one of the many performers you will hear on November … Continue reading
Next time you visit the Brandywine Vally, plan to spend a day in historic Sigartown, Pa. in Chester County and step back in time to enjoy an authentic 19th century experience. Less than twenty minutes north of Hamanassett Bed & … Continue reading
It’s a spooky time of year and plenty of Terror Behind the Walls of Eastern State Penitentiary. This massive haunted house offers six haunting attractions inside what was a real prison in Philadelphia. It’s about 40 minutes from Hamanassett and will leave … Continue reading
Christmas at the Colonial Plantation in Media, Pennsylvania December 5, 2016 from 11 AM – 4 PM Longing for an old fashion Christmas this year. On December 5, 2016 be sure to visit the Colonial Plantation in Media, Pennsylvania. … Continue reading