Boyd s descriptions of the museums (which run no longer than a page or two), combine her conversational writing style and a well-balanced mix of background informaiton, personal observations and anecdotes, and make for a quick and often humorous read. --Robun Crawford, Centre Daily Times

Pennsylvania s many small museums would otherwise feature objects that would otherwise be thrown away and forgotten-everything from spittons to high-button shoes and trolley cars. Some small museums, such as the Richard Allen Museum, serve a serious purpose; others are playful, even eccentric. All offer a fresh perspective on how people have lived and worked.

Boyd s book is a comprehensive, illustrated guide to the best small museums in Pennsylvania. It weaves amusing anecdotes about Boyd s own visits to the museums along with descriptions of their histories and collections. Her guide provides travel directions as well as complete information about each museum s visiting hours, website and contact information. --The Gazette News

Though her book her first contains all the details and photographs necessary to be a useful guide, Boyd s amusing storyteller s approach to chronicling her visit to each site conveys much more about its subjects, and its author, than a utilitarian tour guide.