This complex includes The Gruber Wagon Works which survives as one of the most complete examples of an integrated rural manufactory of its kind in the nation. This site also includes Wertz's Covered Bridge, the longest single-span covered bridge in the state, and the 5-mile Union Canal Bicycle and Walking Trail, which traces a former canal towpath. A stone farmhouse serves as the information center.
Location:
Red Bridge Rd, Reading Pennsylvania
Telephone
610-374-8839
Other History nearby:
(Philadelphia) American Swedish Historical Museum
(Strasburg) Amish Village
(Philadelphia) Arch Street Meeting House
(Philadelphia) Atwater Kent Museum-Philadelphia History
(Philadelphia) B Free Franklin Post Office & Museum
(Reading) Berks County Heritage Center
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03/14 Coming to The Reading area
Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival Atlantic City NJ April5-6 Over 90 different breweries from around the corner and across the country will showcase their unique libations.
National Cherry Blossom Festival Washington DC March20-April14 The nation’s greatest springtime celebration unites for four spectacular weekends including the Cherry Blossom Parade.
Galena Dogwood Festival Galena MD May4 The annual Galena Dogwood Festival is will take place throughout Galena. The parade will have a War of 1812 theme.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 As one of the longest running festivals in the state of Delaware, Dover Days dates back to 1933. What started as a garden tour staged by the Dover Garden Club, has now become an annual time to remember First State heritage with community spirit and an entertaining festival of family events.
Dover Days Festival Dover DE May3-5 You can claim Dover, Delaware, the capital city of the First State, as your state capital during the 80th anniversary celebration of the Dover Days Festival!.
Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival West Friendship MD May4-5 A fun-filled weekend of live animals, crafts and supplies, entertainment and more.
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