Moravian Star Decoration
by keida84
In many Mennonite/Moravian homes the very first Christmas decoration that appears is usually the Christmas Star or Advent Star. (Sometimes called the Herrnhut Star.)
This many pointed star (26 points) is carefully hung in a porch or hallway of the home on the first Sunday in Advent. It is always lighted to welcome visitors and friends.
Apparently the Moravian Star originated in Herrnhut in approximately 1850 and the inventor of the star is unknown. Smaller Moravian stars are used as ornaments, but regardless of size or composition the Moravian Star sends a loving and meaningful message.
It represents the star the wiseman followed. At Christmas time in Lancaster these stars hang in the doorway of many, many homes. It is a beautiful sight.
Buy an Hamish Quilt
by GUYON
Buy an Hamish Quilt by Rebecca even it is not cheap. And look at the fan. It does not work with electricity : it is pneumatic ! But how the compressed air is produced ? That's the mystery... or may be, the sin.
Lancaster's hub
by acemj
Penn Square is the center of town and is highlighted by the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in the middle of the square which honors Lancaster County's soldiers who served and died in the armed forces. The monument dates back to July 4, 1874.
Buggy Museum
by keeweechic
Older order Amish may not own cars however they may ride in automobiles when necessary as in medical emergencies. There has been some relaxing of the 'rules' where business depends on transporting goods, or the need to visit distant relatives, however a driver is usually hired.
Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire
by Knight_Kadosh
Begin with the unmistakable realization that you can not begin to see all that the Faire offers in even two full days of exploring the Shire. Thus, a return visit would seem inevitable.
Weekends: August 16 thru October 26
(Plus Labor Day Monday) 9:30am - Dusk
Near Lancaster-Lebanon County line
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Gravesite of the 15th President of the U. S.
Local Dolls
Section Of Dining Hall
Amish buggy at a bank in Strasburg
