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Key Takeaways: Your America 250 History Itinerary

• A Landmark Celebration: Join the national celebration of America’s 250th birthday with a curated journey through Lancaster County—a region uniquely blending Revolutionary leadership, colonial faith, and the pursuit of freedom.
• Four Days of Discovery: Experience a comprehensive “History Hub” itinerary covering the Ephrata Cloister, President James Buchanan’s Wheatland, the nation’s oldest farmers market, and the new Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center.
• Diverse American Stories: Explore the layered history of the region, from the endurance of Amish agricultural traditions and Pennsylvania German craftsmanship to the pivotal roles played in the Underground Railroad and early American modern art.
• Interactive Heritage: Enhance your visit with seasonal hands-on farm demonstrations, historic steam train rides, and guided walking tours that reveal Lancaster’s brief tenure as the United States capital.
• The Perfect Home Base: Stay in the heart of history at AmishView Inn & Suites, offering a tranquil countryside retreat with convenient, central access to every landmark on the America 250 trail.