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Kutztown author Mary Laub writes picture book in Pennsylvania Dutch language

Posted on January 18, 2018 by visitpadutchcountry

Masthof Press & Bookstore Kutztown-area author Mary Laub recently released a picture book, “Uff der Bauerei” (On the Farm), written … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, History, Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture | Tagged Authors, Lester Zimmerman, Mary Laub, Masthof Press, Uff der Bauerei die Henny un der Spunky

Hog maw: Waste not, want not

Posted on January 18, 2018 by visitpadutchcountry

There’s a saying that everything but the squeal was used in the early days of pig butchering. And there is … Continue reading →

Posted in Eat & Drink, Franklin County, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture, Pennsylvania Dutch Food | Tagged Hog Maw

Not so long ago, Susquehanna River ice was a winter crop for farmers

Posted on January 6, 2018 by visitpadutchcountry

Ice was the dominant crop in January, when Lancaster County’s fertile fields lay fallow and the farmers had idle time. … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Lancaster County, Susquehanna River | Tagged Business History, Susquehanna River Ice

PA Dutch tradition of Nei Yaahr  Winsching continues

Posted on January 6, 2018 by visitpadutchcountry

The holiday custom of Nei Yaahr Winsching (New Year Wishing) was brought over from the Pfaltz area of Rhineland, Germany … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Music, Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture | Tagged Nei Yaahr Winsching

History columnist Richard L.T. Orth releases book ‘Folk Religion of PA Dutch’

Posted on December 24, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

For almost three centuries, the Pennsylvania Dutch — descended from Swiss, French, and German immigrants from Germany during the 17th … Continue reading →

Posted in Books, History, PA Dutch Folklore, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture, Religion | Tagged Braucherei, Powwow, Richard L.T. Orth

Belsnickel: A slightly terrifying Pennsylvania Dutch tradition

Posted on December 24, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

In the Belsnickel’s world, Christmas shouldn’t be so enjoyable for the naughty kids. He comes at night, dressed in dirty … Continue reading →

Posted in History, PA Dutch Folklore, Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture | Tagged Belsnickel, Christmas

Ox tongue cookies: The story behind these Pennsylvania Dutch holiday treats

Posted on December 24, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

A traditional cookie that’s flavored with molasses and spices, ox tongue cookies are named for their shape. No oxen are … Continue reading →

Posted in Eat & Drink, History, Lehigh County, Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture, Pennsylvania Dutch Food | Tagged Ox Tongue Cookies

View of the Susquehanna Above Columbia

Posted on December 24, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

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Posted in Antiques, Art, History, Lancaster County, Susquehanna River, York County | Tagged Antique Print, Columbia, Lower Suquehanna River

VIDEO: What is a Belsnickel?

Posted on December 24, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

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Posted in History, PA Dutch Folklore, Pennsilfaanisch Deitsch, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture, Re-enactments, Videos | Tagged Belsnickel, Christmas, Landis Valley Museum, Rick Brouse

A Look Back in History: Village Creameries Part 2, Trademarked butter molds

Posted on November 27, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

Once a burdensome chore for each family to produce for dinner, the art of making superior butter became a delightful … Continue reading →

Posted in History, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture, Pennsylvania Dutch Food | Tagged Butter Molds

VIDEO | Peoples of the Susquehanna River – Trailer

Posted on November 27, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

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Posted in Environment, Film, History, Native Americans, Nature, TV | Tagged Peoples of the Susquehanna River

Catharine Eberth: Healing a family tradition, from mother to daughter 

Posted on November 23, 2017 by visitpadutchcountry

Catharine Eberth, who died at age 77 in 1903, was a well-known practitioner of powwowing. Source: History Book: Healing a … Continue reading →

Posted in Berks County, History, PA Dutch Folklore, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania Dutch Culture | Tagged Braucherei, Catharine Eberth, Powwow, Sausage Lady

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