About Amish Experience/ Amish Tours/ Magic Lantern Shows
"This Is My Country!" ...is a patriotic show that celebrates America's story in the style of Magic Lantern Shows before there were movies, with a live showman, music, and amazing hand-painted images. Throughout the 19th century to the early 20th century, Magic Lanterns were the most popular form of entertainment in the country. Performing more than 75,000 shows a year, travelling Showmen, their lanterns in tow, created unforgettable experiences for thousands of Magic Lantern theatergoers nightly. Blending music, comedy and stunning hand-drawn images, Magic Lantern shows captivated the hearts of Americans from town to town. And now, for the first time in over 130 years anywhere in the world, there is a permanent theater offering Magic Lantern shows to the public! The Amish Experience produced these shows in collaboration with talented lanternists, actors, artists, and musicians to create a one-of-a-kind experience to be found only at the Plain & Fancy Theater. You’ll wave the flag and cheer as we re-kindle our Patriotic Spirit with the Amish Experience presentation of “This Is My Country!“ Travel back to the early days of America and joyfully share our Nation’s history in story, laughter, and song...the early settlers at Plymouth Rockthe fight for Independencethe tragic struggle of North and South in the Civil Warthe flight with the Wright Brothersexplore our history as it can only be experienced through the spectacular imagery and special effects of a Magic Lantern Show first seen over a century ago. And no one is more spirited and patriotic than your Patriotic Showman, guiding you through the voices and times of America’s past, spanning over 200 years of our Country’s story as seen in the lives of multiple generations of one family,. The magnificent three-tiered, painstakingly restored 1890 Magic Lantern is truly a sight to behold. With images of days gone by, yet equally meaningful today, our Magic Lantern shows never fail to thrill the imagination, leaving you with an experience that lasts long past the journey home. Times & PricesShows begin at 7:00pm. Adults: $16.95. Children (4-12): $11.95. There is open seating for the performance (no assigned seats). If you wish, you can enjoy an a la carte or traditional family-style meal BEFORE the show at the adjacent Plain & Fancy Farm Dining Room, and will have the option to purchase meal vouchers when you book your tour online. We suggest making a reservation and arriving before 5:00pm to pick up your meal vouchers at the theater. On holidays, Saturdays, and peak season, reservations with the restaurant are a must (717-768-4400). Directions3121 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505 (NOTE: For some GPS systems you may need to use “RONKS” as the city.) Upon arrival, park in the east parking lot at Plain & Fancy Farm and go to the theater box office to pick up your tickets. We are on Route 340, just 1.5 miles from either Bird-in-Hand or Intercourse. Parking is free. http://amishexperience.com/map-directions/
