45-Minute Private Guided Historic Walking Tour in Lititz
Duration: 45 minutes
Get ready to step back in time and experience life in the 18th century with a visit to the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, a fun private tour for the whole family. This authentic living history museum covers over 100 acres and is home to over a dozen original buildings from the 1700s. Visitors will get a unique glimpse into the daily lives of the early settlers of Lancaster County and learn about Pennsylvania Dutch culture through interactive exhibits, demonstrations, and hands-on activities.
With so much to see and do, visitors typically spend two to three hours exploring the museum. The museum is open year-round, but hours vary by season. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes as the museum requires a fair amount of walking, and some of the paths can be unpaved.
Highlights of the museum include demonstrations of traditional crafts such as blacksmithing, weaving, and spinning. Guides dressed in period clothing will take visitors on tours of the historic buildings, including a one-room schoolhouse and a tavern. There is also a working farm where visitors can see rare heritage breeds of animals and learn about old-fashioned farming techniques.
At the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum, visitors can immerse themselves in the history and culture of the early American settlers. Children will especially enjoy the hands-on activities such as trying their hand at weaving, quilting, or making a tin whistle.
The museum has a rich history dating back to the 1920s when brothers Henry and George Landis began collecting and preserving examples of Pennsylvania Dutch life. Today, the museum continues their legacy and has grown to become one of the premier living history museums in the country.
Don't miss this opportunity to step back in time and experience life as it was in colonial America. Visit the Landis Valley Village and Farm Museum and see history come to life before your very eyes.
- What methods of transportation does the 45-Minute Private Guided Historic Walking Tour in Lititz use?
This is a walking tour.
- Is there any walking involved?
Yes. There is approximately 1 mile of easy walking done on this tour.
- Approximately how long does the 45-Minute Private Guided Historic Walking Tour in Lititz last?
It lasts approximately 45 minutes.
- For what ages is the tour appropriate?
Great for all ages.
- Where does the tour meet?
14 E Main St, Lititz, PA 17543, USA
