Discover the timeless allure of a town modeled after Philadelphia’s original layout. Exploring the historic district is one of the most rewarding things to do in Milford, PA, where you can wander through wide, shade-lined streets named after the town founder’s children.
From visiting the majestic Grey Towers to browsing local boutiques and galleries, the variety of things to do in Milford, PA makes it “the prettiest county seat in America.”
Discover the past, celebrate culture and history.
The Columns Museum, just two blocks from the hotel, is housed in a Neo-Greek Revival mansion and operated by the Pike County Historical Society. It features a rich collection of art, artifacts, and memorabilia with a focus on Pike County’s history. Highlights include the “blood-stained Lincoln Flag,” used to cushion President Lincoln’s head after his assassination, and other Civil War items. The museum also displays historic tools, Native American artifacts, the Hiawatha stagecoach, vintage clothing, musical instruments, and more. Seasonal exhibits further enhance the experience, offering a fascinating glimpse into the region’s cultural and historical heritage.
Grey Towers is the Richard Morris Hunt-designed Normanesque bluestone chateau that was built by James Pinchot and was the ancestral home of Gifford Pinchot, first chief of the U.S. Forest Service and twice-Governor of Pennsylvania.House and garden tours are offered every day, from Memorial Day weekend through October 31. Natural resources-related groups also use the newly renovated facilities for conferences and meetings. Other Grey Towers activities include short hiking trails, on-site programs, and conservation education programs for all ages
The Upper Mill features a functioning wooden water-wheel and welcomes visitors for a free self-guided tour. Once operated by the Rowe Brothers, the historic mill housed wood and metal workshops, a blacksmith, and a grist mill. Today, it blends history with modern charm, offering a unique experience for guests. The restored space is now home to a variety of inviting boutiques, a cozy café and bakery, a lively bar, and a music shop. This vibrant destination preserves the craftsmanship of the past while offering contemporary shopping and dining, making it a must-visit spot in the heart of Milford.
Explore freely, discover timeless beauty
Once home to Zane Grey, the “Father of the Western Novel,” this historic riverside house is now preserved by the National Park Service in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania.
Founded by William T. Gillinder in 1861, Gillinder Glass began in Philadelphia and later moved to Port Jervis, NY. Still family-run today, it’s operated by sixth-generation Charlie Gillinder.
Once home to Zane Grey, the “Father of the Western Novel,” this historic riverside house is now preserved by the National Park Service in Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania.
Explore over 50 Victorian-era buildings on a self-guided walking tour honoring Milford’s founder, John Biddis—maps available at the Hotel Fauchère reception desk.
Hotel Fauchère is dating from the 1800s is a 3-minute walk from the Pike County Historical Society, and 1.3 miles from Grey Towers National Historic Site.
