In the central part of the city of Lancaster, at 5 West King Street, is the Heritage Center Museum. This museum, attached directly to the Lancaster Visitor's Center, is free for all to enter. Consisting of 3 floors, this museum gives you a brief view into the history of Lancaster, and Pennsylvania Dutch Country as a whole.
The first floor is dedicated to the Amish culture and the differences between PA German and English traditions. Many of the exhibits on this floor, and throughout the museum are interactive and great for kids. Lifestyle exhibits include Amish toys that children can play with to understand how children play in the Amish culture.
While you'll learn and see exhibits about the Amish, you'll also see various other portions of the areas history including a working printing press from the 1920s. The third floor print shop has a person running it and will discuss each part of the print shop and teach children and adults how to use some of the machinery.
Before you leave, make sure to grab some flyers on other great attractions in the area at the Visitor's Center and a restaurant recommendation and see some of the local craftsmanship at the museum store.
Stop by across the street at the City Market for a bite to eat before exploring more of downtown Lancaster.
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