The Dark History of Eastern State Penitentiary

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The Dark History of Eastern State Penitentiary: What is Fact and What is Myth?

PHILADELPHIA- Eastern State Penitentiary is one of Philadelphia's most fascinating landmarks. Because of its imposing neo-Gothic architecture and its dark, complicated history with solitary confinement, the prison has generated a massive amount of lore.


Eckley Miners' Village, Pennsylvania. Source: Daniel Hanscom / Getty Images

Eckley Miners' Village, Pennsylvania. Source: Daniel Hanscom / Getty Images

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Stepping Back in Time: Life in a Pennsylvania Patch Town

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5 Bizarre and "Raunchy" Town Names in Connecticut

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What Was The Original Name of Alabama?

What Was The Original Name of Alabama?

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What Was The Original Name of Virginia?

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The Dark History of Eastern State Penitentiary

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The Dark History of Eastern State Penitentiary: What is Fact and What is Myth?

PHILADELPHIA- Eastern State Penitentiary is one of Philadelphia's most fascinating landmarks. Because of its imposing neo-Gothic architecture and its dark, complicated history with solitary confinement, the prison has generated a massive amount of lore.


Eckley Miners' Village, Pennsylvania. Source: Daniel Hanscom / Getty Images

Eckley Miners' Village, Pennsylvania. Source: Daniel Hanscom / Getty Images

Adventure

Stepping Back in Time: Life in a Pennsylvania Patch Town

PENNSYLVANIA - If you want to understand how Pennsylvania's coal miners lived, there is a place where you can walk right into their world. Tucked away in Luzerne County, Eckley Miners' Village stands as one of the most authentic windows into the State anthracite coal heritage.


14 Must-Visit: Thrift Shops in Ohio State

14 Must-Visit: Thrift Shops in Ohio State

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10 Best Hot Dog Spots in West Virginia

10 Best Hot Dog Spots in West Virginia

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Hot Dogs WVPhiladelphia, PA - Hot dogs are a staple of the state, and there are plenty of excellent spots to eat them. This article will look at Hillbilly Hotdogs in Lesage, Bob's Hotdogs in Belington, and Dave's Famous T&L Hotdogs in Grafton. Below are a few of our staff members for "Best West Virginia Hot Dogs."


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