Pennsylvania - the Keystone State, the Quaker State
As the twilight of evening settles upon the historic city, the view becomes breathtaking.
From my dad: November 2003
Constructed between 1732 and 1756 as the State House for the Province of Pennsylvania, Independence Hall is world famous as the building in which independence was declared, a successful revolution was directed, and the U.S. Constitution was written. It is truly the birthplace of the United States of America.
From my dad
In this building, the UNITED STATES was created on July 4, 1776, when the Continental Congress voted for the Declaration of Independence. Here the famous old Liberty Bell first proclaimed the Nation's Freedom.
From my dad: February 1996
Postmarked: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; June 1999
From my dad: October 2008
Independence Hall was built during the early 18th century as the Pennsylvania State House. The birthplace of the United States, Independence Hall, served as the meeting placed for the Second Continental Congress. The Declaration of Independence was signed here on July 4th, 1776 and a nation was born. George Washington, who presided over the "Constitution debate," later became the first President of the United States. Immortalized in bronze, he now boldly welcomes visitors to Independence Hall.
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Postmarked: February 2020
The Niagara of Pennsylania
Main Falls: The stream of water from Bushkill Creek drops over the edge of a 100 foot cliff, into the majestic main falls. From the deep pool at the bottom, banked by ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, the creek now drops another seventy feet through a long and spectacular gorge strewn with gigantic boulders. Trails and bridges lace the area, affording splendid views.
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Postmarked: Boston, Massachusetts; February 2023
9th and Walnut Streets
Philadelphia
Built in 1809
The oldest theatre in the United States in continuous use, as seen in the 1828 reconstruction and as presently restored.
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Postmarked: Carbondale, Pennsylvania; June 2024
Colorful Hex Signs are used as barn decorations throughout the Pennsylvania Dutch Country. The different signs are believed to have many meanings, however as one Dutchman once said, "Mostly they are chust for pretty."