Colonial Philadelphia and Amish Country

Bring your classroom to life with an immersive educational journey through America’s founding city and the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country. From walking in the footsteps of the Founding Fathers at Independence Hall to exploring the rich traditions of the Amish community, this trip blends hands-on history, culture, and STEM learning in a way textbooks can’t. With engaging museums, living history sites, and scenic countryside, it’s the perfect destination for educators seeking meaningful, curriculum-aligned experiences their students will never forget.

Historical & Government Sites

• Independence Hall
  Where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were debated and signed—an essential civics stop.

• Liberty Bell Center
  A powerful symbol of American independence and civil rights.

• Betsy Ross House
  Learn about colonial life and the woman believed to have sewn the first American flag.

• Museum of the American Revolution
  Interactive exhibits and immersive storytelling bring the founding era to life.

• National Constitution Center
  Hands-on exhibits, live performances, and an interactive look at the U.S. Constitution.

• Eastern State Penitentiary
  A unique site for older students exploring criminal justice history, architecture, and social reform.

Historical & Cultural Sites – Amish Country

• The Amish Village (Ronks, PA)
  Guided tours through an authentic Amish farmhouse and one-room schoolhouse, with cultural demonstrations.

• The Amish Experience (Bird-in-Hand, PA)
  Multimedia presentations, buggy rides, and farm tours that explore Amish values, lifestyle, and history.

• Landis Valley Village & Farm Museum
  A living history museum showcasing Pennsylvania German rural life in the 18th and 19th centuries.

• Ephrata Cloister
  A historic religious community site that teaches about early American communal living.

Arts & Culture

• Philadelphia Museum of Art
  Home to thousands of works across cultures and eras—plus the iconic “Rocky steps.”

• Barnes Foundation
  One of the world’s most impressive private art collections, emphasizing impressionism and African art.

• Mütter Museum
  A fascinating (and slightly macabre) museum of medical history—ideal for older students in biology or health sciences.

• Lancaster Central Market (Amish Country)
  America's oldest continuously operating farmers market, showcasing food, crafts, and cultural heritage.

STEM-Focused Stops

• The Franklin Institute (Philadelphia)
  One of the best science museums in the country with interactive exhibits on physics, space, and robotics—plus a planetarium and IMAX.

• Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
  Dinosaurs, live animal encounters, and environmental exhibits perfect for hands-on learning.

• Reading Public Museum & Planetarium (near Amish Country)
  Combines art, science, and natural history with engaging programs for students.

• Hands-on House Children’s Museum (Lancaster)
  Great for younger students, focusing on imaginative, interactive STEM and everyday learning.

Outdoor / Eco-Education

• Philadelphia Zoo
  One of the nation’s oldest zoos with over 1,000 animals, conservation programs, and behind-the-scenes educational tours.

• Fairmount Park (Philadelphia)
  A huge green space offering environmental programs, hiking, and river ecology studies along the Schuylkill River.

• Wolf Sanctuary of PA (Lititz, near Lancaster)
  Educational tours about wolf conservation, ecosystems, and environmental stewardship.

• Cherry Crest Adventure Farm (Ronks, PA)
  A working farm with agri-education programs covering crop science, sustainability, and farming technologies.

• Strasburg Rail Road
  Historic steam train rides with educational tie-ins about transportation, industrialization, and engineering.

Highlights shown above are just a few of this area's top attractions.
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