MORE ODD: Continuing our weird trip through Pennsylvania, we’re at Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum & Candy Emporium in Harrisburg. We’ve heard of this place, but never visited. We’re intrigued.
“Mister Ed’s features more than 900 varieties of candy, 100 flavors of fudge, and more than 12,000 elephant figurines on display. You can also grab freshly roasted peanuts to snack on as you take a walk through the gardens or enjoy one of the special events that are hosted throughout the year.”
Are stamps more your thing? Bellefonte has the American Philatelic Center. “Home to the American Philatelic Society — the largest nonprofit organization for stamp collectors in the world, the Center is part museum, part research library, and the renowned headquarters for stamp collecting hobbyists throughout the U.S.”
In Ambler is the Stoogeum, honoring the Kings of Low-Brow Comedy, the Three Stooges. “North America’s only permanent tribute to the comedy of Moe, Larry, and Curley (and Shemp, Joe, and Curly Joe), the 100,000-item museum covers everything from Stooge-themed memorabilia — including pinball machines and breakfast cereal — to personal items, such as Shemp Howard’s military discharge papers and Larry Fine’s driver’s license.”
Appointments must be made in advance.
Getting hungry? How about a visit to the Big Mac Museum in North Huntingdon. The museum is inside a McDonald’s Restaurant. It pays homage to the “all American sandwich,” with hands-on exhibits and memorabilia. Nearby, get your picture with a 14-foot-tall Big Mac statue.
The Mack Truck Historical Museum is in Allentown. Learn the history of the brand and of the iconic bulldog hood ornament.
