For almost three centuries, the Pennsylvania Dutch — descended from Swiss, French, and German immigrants from Germany during the 17th … Continue reading
Category Archives: PA Dutch Folklore
In the Belsnickel’s world, Christmas shouldn’t be so enjoyable for the naughty kids. He comes at night, dressed in dirty … Continue reading
Catharine Eberth, who died at age 77 in 1903, was a well-known practitioner of powwowing. Source: History Book: Healing a … Continue reading
In this issue of Glencairn Museum News we explore our current exhibition (open through October 29, 2017), which features artifacts, … Continue reading
Have you been lucky enough to see a Snallygaster?Accounts of the Snallygaster of Western Maryland are said to date to … Continue reading
Upstaging Punxsutawney Phil by almost a week, Berks County’s furry weather prognosticator, Oscar the Groundhog, says winter’s far from over. … Continue reading
In my mind’s eye, the fanciful events depicted in Der Belsnickel Suite portray two special days on a family farm … Continue reading
The documentary ‘Hex Hollow’ is set to hit the big screen in York, Pa., next week. Its screening and subsequent … Continue reading
If you are interested in Pennsylvania Dutch culture and folklore, chances are you have heard of Don Yoder. Source: Don … Continue reading