Things to do in Lancaster, PA for First Time Visitors
Be sure to try these unique activities. If this is your first visit to Lancaster, PA – we welcome you with open arms and warm…
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In addition, see the incredible craftsmanship of an authentic, operating Grandfather Clock. This cherry and mahogany tall case clock was made around 1810 by one of Lancaster’s most prominent clockmakers, John Eberman Jr. In addition to building traditional domestic clocks, Eberman also made massive public clocks. His most impressive one kept time for a century in the façade of the Lancaster County Court house and now almost 250 years old is still ticking away in the lobby of the National Watch & Clock Museum.
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Visitors can pick up Amish-related information in the following languages:
Bruce Garrabrandt
Garrabrandt specializes in creating what he describes as "random acts of artistic nonsense"--whimsical colored pencil drawings designed to bring a smile. All his art images featured in the Discover Lancaster gallery are signed/limited edition work.
Dutchland Galleries
Dutchland Galleries is located in Lancaster County in the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Amish Country. Lancaster's bucolic countryside and diverse culture provide abundant inspiration for our world renowned local and regional artists. The relationship developed with artists at Dutchland Galleries over the last quarter century affords customers unprecedented acquisition opportunities found nowhere else.
Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen
It just got easier to find the best quality American-made craft. Now you can find exceptional made-by-hand crafts for home, garden and you with the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen. Nearly 1,500 works for the craft lover, with over 170 of the PGC’s member artists represented: fine jewelry, furniture, scarves & jackets, home décor, kitchen items, and more. Surround yourself with inspiration. Discover unique made in America crafts to fill your home and give as gifts.
Zum Anker Alley Shoppes
Don’s artwork is featured in the Visitors Center. He is a wood carver by trade. He carves the first bird out of wood, makes a mold, pours resin into the mold and cures it. Once ready he hand paints each one. These are limited editions. Some of Don's original artwork is in the Smithsonian.
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