Strasburg's the most historic town in Pennsylvania's Dutch Country. Strasburg, PA was founded by Pierre Bezaillion, a frenchman, in 1693. This Amish town actually has french roots. The town was named Strasburg, after the city of Strasbourg, in the mid-1970's. Thre french that settled here were originally from the Alsace region of France and Strasbourg is the city in the Alsace region.

Strasburg gradually became a town known for trade and as a stop between Philadephia and Lancaster. Farms gradually started being developed by the Amish that came into the area. America's first Turnpike, the Lancaster Turnpike, took alot of the trade industry away from Strasburg, and coupled with the fact that the rail road never became a major transportation method to or from Strasburg, Strasburg went through some financial turbulence in the late 1700's.

The Strasburg Rail Road is the oldest continually operating public utility in Pennsylvania and is still in full operation today! In 1957 the Strasburg Rail Road became a tourist attraction of Pennsylvania Dutch Country.

Trains...

At the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania, you'll get to climb aboard a caboose and see how a train works. At the National Toy Train Museum, view the collection of toy trains and train memorabilia throughout history. The East Strasburg Station is the perfect way to truly experience and understand the historical significance of the Strasburg Rail Road. The Choo Choo Barn is a 1700 square foot display on Route 741.

Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania | 717-687-8628 | www.rrmuseumpa.org
National Toy Train Museum | 717-687-8976 | www.nttmuseum.org
Choo Choo Barn | 717-687-7911 | www.choochoobarn.com
Strasburg Rail Road | 717-768-7522 | www.strasburgrailroad.com

Amish...

Ed's Buggy Rides provides authentic Amish buggy rides that last about three miles throughout Amish country. You'll get to watch the Amish working and playing in their fields, see their houses, farms, and understand their way of life. The Amish Village shows you how the Amish really live, and how being self-sufficient has enabled their way of life.

Ed's Buggy Rides | 717-687-0360 | www.edsbuggyrides.com
The Amish Village | 717-687-8511 | www.theamishvillage.net

Farms...

The Cherry Crest Adventure Farm offers thirty-six different fun activities suitable and enjoyable for the entire family! There is the Amazing Maize Maze that's five acres in size that's fun and very interactive. The Li'l Country Store and Miniature Horse Farm has lots of delicious Amish-made food and crafts, etc.

Cherry Crest Adventure Farm | 866-546-1799 | www.cherrycrestadventurefarm.com
The Lil Country Store & Miniature Horse Farm | 717-687-8237 | www.youtube.com/thelilcountrystore

Theatre...

For evening entertainment, the Sight and Sound Theatres provide live performances that focus on biblical principles.

Sight & Sound Theatres | 800-377-1277 | www.sight-sound.com
Ghost Tour of Strasburg | 717-687-6687 | www.ghosttour.com

Golf...

For some recreation, the Village Greens Miniature Golf course is the perfect way to end the day! Its beautiful and lush landscaping comprised of thirteen acres is sure to please golfers!

Village Greens Miniature Golf | 717-687-6933 | www.villagegreens.com