McAllister Tavern Historical Marker in Hanover, York County

How many of you just drive by or walk by the historical markers that you see while traveling without taking a look at them? We used to be guilty of that! About 12 years ago we started looking for them in our own hometown and when we travel. These historical markers contain bits and pieces of accurate historical information that you often don't find in a history book. 

While on a road trip through Hanover in York County, Pennsylvania we came across the McAllister Tavern historical marker. Here's the information.

McAllister Tavern

Here, along the Monocacy Road, Richard McAllister erected a two-story log building and opened a store and tavern. In 1755, Benjamin Franklin was a guest at the Tavern. Old building was razed in 1950. 

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission

You'll find it located on Baltimore Street in Hanover, York County. You can easily pull over along the side street. Park and get out to photograph it for your waymarking records. While you're here...check out all of the Pennsylvania Historical Markers that we've documented so far.

Beautiful Victorian Homes in Historic Cape May

Cape May sits at the most southern tip in the state of New Jersey. This coastal town draws in millions of people from around the world every year. It's one of the most popular Jersey Shore destinations. Unlike some shore towns...Cape May has something going on year round. Yes, the tourists flood the area during the summer season...but you'll find fun things to see and do in the wintertime too!

We visit Cape May several times every year. It's such a quaint place to visit. Beautiful white sandy beaches, boutique style shops for shopping, fine & casual dining restaurants and no retail chain stores! 99% of businesses are locally owned and operated. 

When we're in Cape May we enjoy checking out all of the beautiful victorian style homes. You'll find them along the beachfront, in and near the downtown business district and throughout other areas too. Pink, purple, white, mint green and other fun colors abound!

The majority of the Victorian homes are quite large in size. I love checking out their front porches and all of the rocking chairs and seating that they have. Some of the victorian homes have been turned into Bed and Breakfast Inns, so if you've always wanted to stay in a Victorian home...now you can!

While on our last little trip down to Cape May we took several photographs of some of the Victorian Homes that we had the pleasure of seeing. This will give you a good idea of the type's of homes you'll see when you visit too! Best way to see them...find a good parking space and get out and walk! The streets are busy and narrow...so go on foot!