Places Ian Hall Wants to Go

Hear the roar of the engines and the crowd at this nearly 90-year-old Pennsylvania track.

Descend into a subterranean labyrinth of geologic wonder and local lore.

A chapel quietly preserves the remains of Father Damien, who devoted his life to caring for leprosy patients.

This artwork in a Pennsylvania forest will gradually be overtaken by nature.

A unique tombstone, lovingly made by the author’s son, honors his literary talents.

This unfinished sculpture, once loathed by locals, ultimately earned their affection.

There are many ways to enjoy this old-growth forest and its views.

The cold-blast iron furnace generated 1,000 tons of iron per year at its peak.

Enjoy a history filled visit and, possibly, a haunting.

Postmodern architect Robert Venturi’s gift to his mother stands as an example of the midcentury’s wild swings in building aesthetics and design.

A trompe-l'oeil fresco celebrating 250 Walloon figures who left their mark on the region.

This sculpture brings optical illusion to the roadway.

Commissioned by a bank at the height of the Great Depression, this mural by the famed illustrator was intended to inspire a sense of abundance in customers.

Marketplace by day, fine dining by night.

A snapshot of Scottish folklore and magical heritage.

Descend into the world’s longest-running deep anthracite coal mine.

Designed by Calvert Vaux, this former post office now serves as a home for the local arts.

Where European elegance met riverside leisure in early 20th-century Pennsylvania. 

Discover the crossroads of industrial innovation, Native American history, and local artistry.

Catch these free-to-view artworks that span centuries in this Central Pennsylvania museum.

Step back in time here, as the old world and new world meet.

Hikers, bikers and nature lovers appreciate this gateway to nature.

Pennsylvania's largest cave in Laurel Highlands becomes its first underground state park.

Remember and reflect at this 9/11 memorial site.