Every December I take a trip out to Bedford, Pennsylvania to visit a small colonial town called Old Bedford Village. Most of the structures are not utilizing any electricity and are only lit by candle light and fireplaces. The rustic feel is cozy and inviting and the reenactors all do a fantastic job wearing period clothing and explaining history. Some of the shops where demonstrations and historical context can be found are a blacksmith, gunsmith, general store, stables, chandler, two schools, a church, a tavern with refreshments and more. This is one of my favorite Christmas time traditions.
They do two Saturdays in December for their Christmas/holiday events but have other events and educational opportunities throughout the year. I have not yet attended any of these, but they look pretty cool. Check Old Bedford Village out here.
-Mike
