Pennsylvania

I left New Jersey a couple of days early because I made an appointment with a RV dealer in Pennsylvania.  The warranty on my coach will expire in about 500 miles, so I needed to get the last minute items handled.  I sent them a list of what needed to be done; they scheduled a day and a half for the work ..... of course, they are not done and parts need to be ordered ....

Anyway, it was a short drive (but expensive - the tolls were $42.60) so I had the afternoon free.   I drove around the area a bit ....

Ben Franklin Bridge from New Jersey to Pennsylvania

Dreibelbis Station Bridge:  Constructed in 1869, this continuously operating bridge is still open to vehicular traffic. The covered bridge, which spans Maiden Creek for 172 feet, has a uniquely squared off entranceway instead of an arched design.


















Reading Railroad Heritage Museum: This museum showcases the historical significance of the Pennsylvania and Reading Railroad in the area. Not only was it one of the first railroads constructed in the U.S., but in 1871, the 93-mile-long Reading Railroad was one of the world's largest corporations. This success garnered attention from Parker Brothers, who included the railroad in their Monopoly board game.

Reading, PA

Fork in the Road:  This unusually large fork statue was made by a local resident and it's located at a fork in the middle of the road. The popular local landmark stands about eight feet high.