Shartlesville: Museums, Exhibitions & Discounts

Shartlesville is a small, unincorporated community located in Upper Bern Township, Berks County, Pennsylvania. Situated along historic Route 78, this rural settlement was established in the early 19th century and named after the Shartly family, who were among its first settlers. The area is characterized by its Pennsylvania Dutch heritage and agricultural surroundings.

While small in size, Shartlesville has been known for attracting visitors interested in local culture, particularly through Roadside America, a notable miniature village and railway exhibition that operated in the area for many decades until its closure in 2020. The community represents a slice of traditional rural Pennsylvania life, with its surrounding farmland and connection to Pennsylvania German cultural heritage.