Recently we’ve had a few “newsworthy” guests stay with us at the Smithton Inn Bed and Breakfast. Both are fun stories we’d like to share. Our first guests to make
Whether you’re planning your first trip to Lancaster or this has already become your “happy place”, it’s never too late to learn Lancaster Lingo 101! And no, we’re not talking
It’s “Fair Season” in Lancaster County, so I’m reminded that the BIG fair of the bunch, in Ephrata, is just around the corner. And my favorite thing about the Ephrata
The Historic Smithton Inn is excited to announce that Lancaster County Tours has extended a special offer to guests of the Smithton… we’re invited to their upcoming Beer and Pretzel
One of the favorite attractions for history buffs who visit Lancaster County is the Cornwall Iron Furnace. It is America’s most complete charcoal fueled ironmaking complex, making it a national
June is a big month in the history of the Historic Smithton Inn. Historic records show that the current-day stone structure for the Inn was completed in June of 1763
The Ephrata Cloister made front page news in Lancaster yesterday with the news that visitors can now use their cell phones to learn more about the site. Throughout the Pennyslvania
Come Visit PA CLUTCH Country! I should have known… a “top 10” list wasn’t going to cut it! No sooner did I hit “Publish” on last week’s blog, that even
You may be wondering how this marginally obscure factoid came to be the subject of this week’s blog… well, here’s the story! As it turns out, Ephrata is the home
Are you the kind of person who who’s not just a shopper, you’re more of a “treasure hunter”? Do you seek out unique shops filled with hidden gems, and return