Since Pennsylvania was one of the original 13 colonies hundreds of years ago, it not surprising that Mechanicsburg, which is located on the outskirts of Harrisburg, has numerous historical sites that are well worth checking out. Following are five of our favorite locations:
Our
Bobby Rahal Honda dealership is located in Mechanicsburg, PA, a small town that
we are proud to call home. Located in Cumberland County, Mechanicsburg is 10
miles across the Susquehanna River from Harrisburg and roughly 30 miles north
of historic Gettysburg. Although small in nature, Mechanicsburg boasts a rich
history dating all the way back to 1828, when it was first incorporated as a
borough.
Although incorporated in 1828, the area of Mechanicsburg, which is a rich agricultural region, was first settled in 1806. If you ever wondered where the name "Mechanicsburg," came from…
As you most likely know, Pennsylvania is a state rich with history. Philadelphia was, after all, where the Declaration of Independence was signed. However, this was not the only major achievement to come out of Pennsylvania. The state was also home to the most successful railroad company in the history of the country -- the Pennsylvania Railroad Company.
The Pennsylvania Railroad was built in 1846 as a way to connect Harrisburg…
