Lehigh Valley Live

A capital mistake: Pa. tourism bureau mixes up Harrisburg, Philly in travel guide

Pop quiz: What is the capital of Pennsylvania? It’s Harrisburg, but, according to the 2026 state travel guide, the Capitol building and the capital city are in Philadelphia. That’s not true. The ...
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Groundhog Day annually draws crowds to the world ‘Weather Capital.’ Here's the other Pa. capitals

Spotlight PA’s weekly newsletter PA Local takes a fresh, positive look at the incredible people, beautiful places, and delicious food of Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Do you plan to visit ...
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Lancaster was the capital of Pennsylvania for 13 years

Lancaster is one of the oldest inland cities in the United States.And from 1799 to 1812, it was the capital of Pennsylvania.The commonwealth's colonial legislature didn't have a regular home from 1681 ...
Penn Live

Groundhog Day draws crowds to the world ‘Weather Capital.’ Which other Pa. regions claim ‘capital’ status?

Spotlight PA’s weekly newsletter PA Local takes a fresh, positive look at the incredible people, beautiful places, and delicious food of Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. Do you plan to visit ...
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Did you know Pennsylvania’s Capital City had a different name?

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Harrisburg has been the capital of Pennsylvania since 1812 and would be the third city to serve as the Commonwealth’s capital (Lancaster and Philadelphia). But like how ...