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![]() | Lewistown Station ~ The Oldest Station built by the PRR A great piece of Pennsylvania Railroad history is The Lewistown Station! The Lewistown station holds a special distinction as the oldest surviving structure known to have been built by the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR). It has served freight shippers or passengers since it opened in 1849. The building is also thought to be the oldest station in continuous use in the United States. Originally constructed as a freight handling warehouse, the Lewistown station was converted to passenger use in 1868. It has drastically changed since then, a tower has been added projecting onto the platform, and reminders of the station's PRR heritage are visible in small details such as lamp posts along the platform that still bear the Keystone emblem. Today, the facility and the parking lot are owned by the Pennsylvania Railroad Technical and Historical Society, and Norfolk Southern owns the platform and the track. It serves as an Amtrak Station, which is open before and during train departure times. However, there is no ticket office at this station, as Amtrak closed the ticket office in 1977. Another great piece of PRR history or train history in general, is the world famous Rockville Bridge. And, where better to watch trains cross, than at the Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast!! On the banks of the Susquehanna River, Bridgeview B&B is a great location for all train lovers. There are numerous day trips you could take to train watch, or just sit on our deck or air conditioned sitting room and have them come to you! We have clean and comfortable rooms, each with individual A/C, wifi and delicious home cooked breakfasts. Don't wait, visit our website or call 717-957-2438 today for rates and reservations!! Check out Trip Advisor for reviews and comments to see why our guests can't wait to return! |
![]() | AACA Museum Chocolate Covered February The AACA Museum is proud to be a huge part of Chocolate Covered February in Hershey, PA. At the AACA Museum, guests can enjoy the 1920s gallery that depicts downtown Hershey in this iconic decade. The Museum is also home to one of the rare Hershey’s Kissmobile Cruisers on display for guests to enjoy. Throughout the month, guests can enjoy a Hershey Kisses Scavenger Hunt within the museum. On President's Day, February 19th, there is a special admission rate and kids can test their creativity by creating a “trash†car out of recycled materials. Special Featured Exhibits Include: Getting the Job Done: Vehicles That Earned Their Keep, National Corvette Restorers Society Gallery, The DeLorean Prototype #1 and the Historic Vehicle Association National Historic Register Car. Visit their events page for details. The AACA museum is one of the many indoor events that you can visit during the winter months in Central Pennsylvania while lodging at The Bridgeview Bed and Breakfast. A cozy room with a private bath, comfortable beds, free Wifi, delightful breakfasts and a home away from home atmosphere await you at the Bridgeview. We also include a front row seat in the warm and toasty sitting room for beautiful views of the sunrise and sunset over the Blue Mountains, Susquehanna River and Rockville Bridge. Before making your reservation, visit us online for guest referrals and a virtual tour. Dial 717-957-2438 to book your winter time stay in Central PA. |
![]() | The National Civil War Museum! The National Civil War Museum in Harrisburg PA incorporates collections of artifacts, manuscripts, documents, photographs, and exhibits that display some very rare artifacts. Nowhere can you find a better understanding of the Civil War, its effect on the nation, or on the people. Come walk the halls. See and feel the emotions rise and fall as you embrace Bull Run, Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, Antietam, and Gettysburg; once ordinary places transformed to hallowed ground within a few hours. The National Civil War Museum is among many interesting places to visit in Central Pennsylvania, and there is no better place to stay when visiting the area than The Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast! All of our comfortable rooms have private baths, WiFi, a freshly prepared breakfast and a view like no other. Located on the Susquehanna River, the Blue Mountains and Rockville Bridge form a beautiful panoramic scene that you can enjoy from our cozy sitting room! For complete information visit www.bridgeviewbnb.com and be sure to check Trip Advisor for guest comments. Just call 717-957-2438 to book your stay and experience all that The Bridgeview B&B and Central PA have to offer!! |
![]() | Motorama Arena Races & Speed Show February 18th & 19th, 2023 Motorama Arena Races & Speed Show, the nation's largest all-indoor motorsports event, features over 1 million square feet of exhibit space. It all goes down February 18th & 19th, 2023, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania at The PA Farm Show Complex. What events make up Motorama? Arenacross Racing is what made Motorama Events a national phenomenon! Our indoor Arenacross competitions attract racers from all over the nation. Spectators will be on the edge of all 8800 main arena seats during the weekend's action!! Go Kart Racing an entire hall where the best east coast racers battle it out on the indoor track. Quarter Midget Racing An all-time favorite for the younger racers, don't miss this exciting competition. Remote Control Racing racers attempt to conquer a tough off road RC course. Robot Conflict where combat robots fight to the finish in a high tech arena! Rod, Custom & Tuner See hundreds of the nation's top show vehicles from the early 1900's to today's modern marvels. Speed Show with hundreds of authentic race cars, over one hundred motorsports vendors, and tons of activities, the speed show has something for everyone. After having a blast at Motorama, take a quick trip over the river to The Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast. Relax and unwind in our laid back atmosphere and country setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Check out our reviews at Trip Advisor , tour our facility online and call 717-957-2438 to book your room!! Make The Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast your lodging destination for PA Farm show events in Central Pennsylvania!! |
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