Goshenhoppen.
(Say that 3 times fast.)
Kitchen Work
Goshenhoppen, PA is said to be the "oldest
continually existing German community in America."
Adventure Stories
A Germanic folk culture unique to Pennsylvania,
called Pennsylvania Dutch,
evolved from early German immigrants in the region.
The Tramp
For almost fifty years,
the people of Goshenhoppen
have brought to life the trades and skills
of the 18th - 19th century
Pennsylvania Dutch
during an annual folk festival
at the Antes Plantation
in Upper Frederick Twp.
Working the Lathe
One thing that sets this living history re-enactment apart from others
is there are no modern day, commercial vendors
under big, ugly tents.
Announcing Mealtime
Everything here looks authentic,
including what you can buy from the trade's people.
With a Knapsack on My Back
After tasting the handmade peach ice cream,
I remarked,
"They sure don't make ice cream like they used to."
(Which is probably a good thing for my waistline.)
Throughout the festival grounds
generations come together and
pass their skills on to the young.
Throughout the festival grounds
generations come together and
pass their skills on to the young.
Spinning
As you speak with the knowledgable re-enactors,
you too, will likely learn interesting facts.
Just like Daddy Does
If you only make time for one living history festival a year,
this is one not to miss in 2014.
Making Music
Goshenhoppen Folk Festival
My Festival Flickr album is here.
