Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania

Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania is a town located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

Table of contents 1 General Information 2 History 3 Economy 4 Museums and Historic Sites 5 Attractions 6 Restaurants 7 Lodging 8 Shopping

General Information

• Zip code: 17505

History

The town was founded in 1734. It was named after a picture on a local hotel's swinging sign.

Economy

Tourism is very important and many businesses cater specifically to tourists. Many of these businesses have an Amish theme, such as horse and buggy[?] rides and crafts.

Museums and Historic Sites

• Americana Museum of Bird-in-Hand[?]
• Amish Country Homestead[?]
• Old Village Store[?]
• Weavertown One-Room Schoolhouse[?]

Attractions

• Abe's Buggy Rides[?]
• Amish Country Tours[?]

Restaurants

• Bird-in-Hand Restaurant[?]

Lodging

• Mill Creek Homestead[?]

Shopping

• Plain and Fancy Farm[?] -- A shopping village.