32 American College Towns That Feel Like Stepping Back in Time

28. Carlisle, Pennsylvania: A Revolutionary War Legacy

Carlisle, home to Dickinson College, is a quintessential colonial town packed with Revolutionary War history. Founded in the 1700s, the town’s well-preserved historic district features charming limestone buildings, cobblestone streets, and one of the oldest military barracks in the country. Dickinson College, established in 1783, continues to be a central part of the town’s intellectual and cultural life. Visitors can take in the serene beauty of the Cumberland Valley, enjoy old-fashioned diners, and feel the echoes of America’s earliest days.