REGIONS Valleys of the Susquehanna Samek Art Museum, Lewisburg Side Trip: MIFFLINBURG To get to nearby Mifflinburg, hop on a bicycle and pedal the Buffalo Valley Rail Trail , a 10.28-mile route that connects the two towns. Gorgeous Victorian homes nod to this area’s boom in the late 1800s, when more than 75 carriage manufacturers earned Mifflinburg the nickname “Buggy Town.” Get a glimpse into this past at Rusty Rail Brewing Company , housed in a former factory building. At Raymond B. Winter State Park , wander through idyllic Butterfly and Bird Gardens and enjoy a seasonal swim beach and snack bar. Enjoy breakfast or lunch— from fluffy pancakes to gourmet sandwiches and salads—plus specialty coffees and teas at DC Coffee & Tea Co . During the holiday season, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts and festive foods at the German-style Mifflinburg Christkindl Market . Exploring Lewisburg Little ones will love exploring the hands-on exhibits at Lewisburg Children’s Museum , where they can go “shopping” in the play grocery store, learn about healthy living in the teddy bear clinic, and delve into science and the universe in a spaceship. The Samek Art Museum has numerous locations and galleries throughout Lewisburg for thought-provoking arts, while Campus Theatre is a historic movie theater that shows new and classic films. Looking to shop locally made wares? The Street of Shops features more than 375 unique shops housed in a historic woolen mill, and Lewisburg Farmers Market showcases goods by more than 100 farmers and makers selling all types of specialty hot sauce, candies, cheese, baked treats, and honey. After a day of shopping, relax with a glass of artisanal cider at Civil War Cider , which offers more than 27 varieties. At Elizabeth’s – An American Bistro , enjoy the fresh flavors of seasonal ingredients with a farm-to-table menu. 102 visitPA.com SANH TRAN PHOTOGRAPHY
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