If you enjoy my work, you might also be interested in some of these websites!
Pennsylvania and its history
The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission - These are the nice people who actually own and create the signs which are the focus of this blog, and who gave me permission to write about them for fun and profit. You can see all the signs on this site, plus lots of other cool things too! Their non-profit partner is the Pennsylvania Heritage Foundation.
Pennsylvania Trails of History - The official blog of the PHMC's Bureau of Sites and Museums, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the places and events on the Commonwealth's trails of history. They even give MarkerQuest a shout-out on one of their pages!
Pennsylvania Magazine - The go-to periodical for all things Keystone State. Read about events, people, and interesting facts from all over Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Trails of History - The official blog of the PHMC's Bureau of Sites and Museums, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the places and events on the Commonwealth's trails of history. They even give MarkerQuest a shout-out on one of their pages!
Pennsylvania Magazine - The go-to periodical for all things Keystone State. Read about events, people, and interesting facts from all over Pennsylvania.
Shop PA Heritage - A website for ordering various Pennsylvania history materials, including back issues of Pennsylvania Heritage magazine. It's the only place to find many publications issued by the commonwealth itself.
Historical Society of Pennsylvania - Since 1824, this Philadelphia-based archive has served as one of the oldest historical societies in the United States, with literally millions of records and items.
Directory of Pennsylvania Genealogical and Historical Societies - If you're doing research, either personal or professional, which leads you into the annals of the commonwealth, this is a great place to find contact information for various groups who can help you.
Century of Marking History - A few years before I started this blog, PHMC employees John Robinson and Karen Galle collaborated on this article about the first 100 years of erecting historical markers in Pennsylvania. It explains the difference between the kinds of markers and includes photographs from the PHMC archives.
Discover Lehigh Valley - I've lived my entire life in what was once termed 'the jewel in the wilderness,' Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. This very informative website can show you just how much there is to love about my hometown area.
The Historical Marker Database - The editors of this website collect information about historical markers from all fifty states and elsewhere in the world. Read what they have to say and even contribute your own findings!
Historical Society of Pennsylvania - Since 1824, this Philadelphia-based archive has served as one of the oldest historical societies in the United States, with literally millions of records and items.
Directory of Pennsylvania Genealogical and Historical Societies - If you're doing research, either personal or professional, which leads you into the annals of the commonwealth, this is a great place to find contact information for various groups who can help you.
Century of Marking History - A few years before I started this blog, PHMC employees John Robinson and Karen Galle collaborated on this article about the first 100 years of erecting historical markers in Pennsylvania. It explains the difference between the kinds of markers and includes photographs from the PHMC archives.
Discover Lehigh Valley - I've lived my entire life in what was once termed 'the jewel in the wilderness,' Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley. This very informative website can show you just how much there is to love about my hometown area.
The Historical Marker Database - The editors of this website collect information about historical markers from all fifty states and elsewhere in the world. Read what they have to say and even contribute your own findings!
Mainly Museums - This crowdsourced blog features museums all over the world. It's relatively new, so things are still getting ironed out, but look for a certain familiar blogger sharing information about Pennsylvania museums in the near future!
Some YouTube channel recommendations
These are some history-themed channels which I've found on YouTube and think are worth sharing. They're not all related to Pennsylvania, but they all definitely have a lot of fantastic stuff to say.
The Hometown Historian - Jonathan and I not only work along very similar lines regarding Pennsylvania history, but we formed a mutual admiration society without realizing it, as we discovered each other's work independently! He has a lot to say about historical events and interesting places throughout the commonwealth, and his videos are entertaining as well as interesting. He even has a series dedicated to the same markers featured in this blog, so you'll occasionally hear him talking about me as one of his fact resources!
The Wandering Woodsman - Cliff, who is also friends with Jonathan, is another great resource for the hidden treasures of Pennsylvania's great outdoors and historical nature. He covers a wide variety of topics and his videos are very well presented.
Early American and Frontier Patriot - Ron and Justine are a happily engaged couple who recreate colonial and frontier life in the United States. The Early American channel sees Justine preparing different foods according to recipes from the 18th and 19th centuries, using period-accurate cookware on an open fire. The Frontier Patriot channel shows them actually eating and critiquing the food, as well as partaking in other activities from the era such as making crafts and using weapons. They are a super cute pair and really enjoyable to watch, so I'm happy I found them.
The History Underground - JD creates really great detailed videos about different aspects of American history. He's particularly interested in military history and he does an incredible job of sharing the stories of battles and battlefields in a polished, entertaining way.
CrowsEyeProductions - Nicole and her friends craft beautiful videos showing how women (and sometimes men) dressed throughout many different periods of history. From ancient Rome to World War II, they are painstakingly accurate in their descriptions and recreations, and it's fascinating to see how fashion has evolved.
History Tea Time with Lindsay Holiday - Lindsay examines figures, facts, and events from many different points in history around the entire world. Although many of her videos focus on the royals of Europe, she covers a wide variety of topics; ever wondered why there are sixty minutes in an hour? She has the answer!
My friends
These are talented people I know and love, arranged alphabetically, whose work I'm proud to share with my readers.
The Asexual Geek - Rachel, who has contributed to this blog in several of the Moravian history posts, has started her own blog talking about asexual representation in media and fandom
AshDazzle - Ashley creates handmade knitted and crocheted dolls, afghans, and more in Lehigh County
Blondie's Cupcakes - Rebecca, whom I've known most of my life, runs a successful bakery chain that was even on the Food Network; she's based in my hometown of Catasauqua, Lehigh County
The Asexual Geek - Rachel, who has contributed to this blog in several of the Moravian history posts, has started her own blog talking about asexual representation in media and fandom
AshDazzle - Ashley creates handmade knitted and crocheted dolls, afghans, and more in Lehigh County
Blondie's Cupcakes - Rebecca, whom I've known most of my life, runs a successful bakery chain that was even on the Food Network; she's based in my hometown of Catasauqua, Lehigh County
cbcKat Creates - Kat, a fellow Zenkaikon enthusiast, sells her adorable fandom-inspired sculptures, keychains, and other fun merch in Lehigh County
Engchik Eats - Christine is an award-winning blogger and journalist who reviews restaurants and other fun things to do in the Montgomery County region
Engchik Eats - Christine is an award-winning blogger and journalist who reviews restaurants and other fun things to do in the Montgomery County region
Brian Hoffner Voice - Brian is the illustrator of Pip the Mouse and His Magical Christmas, the children's book I co-authored a few years back, and he's also a talented voice actor
Martian Materials Meteorite Store - Roger makes handcrafted jewelry out of actual rocks and materials from space, as well as promoting local artists in his gallery and hosting various local events in Pottsville, Schuylkill County
Moon Family Studios - Penny and her daughters Melissa and Rusty make all sorts of handcrafted items in York County, and also do a lot of costuming
Mostly Harmless Designs - Sarah is a Lehigh County crafter and cosplayer who specializes in wearable items and plush characters, with an emphasis on nerdy interests
Martian Materials Meteorite Store - Roger makes handcrafted jewelry out of actual rocks and materials from space, as well as promoting local artists in his gallery and hosting various local events in Pottsville, Schuylkill County
Moon Family Studios - Penny and her daughters Melissa and Rusty make all sorts of handcrafted items in York County, and also do a lot of costuming
Mostly Harmless Designs - Sarah is a Lehigh County crafter and cosplayer who specializes in wearable items and plush characters, with an emphasis on nerdy interests
The Shenandoah Sentinel - Kaylee is a one-woman operation on an even bigger scale than me! She does all of the reporting and photography for her website, which covers news bulletins throughout northern Schuylkill County
Warren Nast - Warren, who lives in Cumberland County, is a friend of mine from the White Rose Irregulars of York (our Sherlock Holmes club). Check out his blog, articles, and short stories, and watch for a future guest post right here on this blog too!
OutRacheous Cosplay - Rachel is a cosplayer, propmaker, podcaster, and graphic designer; she's the one who made the official MarkerQuest™ header image and Facebook graphics! (She's in Florida, but her graphic designs are available to anyone on the internet.)
OutRacheous Cosplay - Rachel is a cosplayer, propmaker, podcaster, and graphic designer; she's the one who made the official MarkerQuest™ header image and Facebook graphics! (She's in Florida, but her graphic designs are available to anyone on the internet.)
Except where indicated, all writing and photography on this blog is the intellectual property of Laura Klotz. This blog is written with permission of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission. I am not employed by the PHMC. All rights reserved.
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