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Southwestern Pennsylvania's Community Guide Washington County: Attractions & Historical Sites |
| The following list contains some of the more well-known or unique attractions & historical sites that you may be interested in within the county. For additional attractions, events and links, be sure to visit The Southwestern Pennsylvania Guide home page, at www.swpenna.com. | |
| 1. | Century Inn (Scenery Hill) |
| Opened as "Hill's Tavern in 1794", Century Inn is one of the oldest taverns / inns on Historic Route 40, the National Road. It is still open today, and is a favorite for weddings, romantic dinners and entertainment. | |
| 2. | National Road - US Route 40 (by Frank Brusca) () |
| 3. | Pepsi-Cola Roadhouse (Burgettstown) |
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| 4. | Post-Gazette Pavillion at Star Lake (Burgettstown) |
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| 5. | Meadowcroft Village (Avella) |
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| 6. | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (Washington) |
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| 7. | The Meadows: Harness Horseracing (Meadow Lands) |
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| 8. | National Road - US Route 40 (National Park Service) () |
| The National Road, known today as U.S. 40, was the first built entirely with federal funds. It closely followed the road used by George Washington and General Braddock in 1754-55. At its peak, stagecoaches and wagons headed westward to new settlements, and establishments along the route saw prosperity. Today the historic aspects of the road are preserved by various historical societies and agencies. Markers on historic structures can be found all along the route and special events are planned throughout the year. | |
| 9. | Sarris Candies, Ice Cream & Gift Shop () |
| - The candy and old fashioned ice cream parlor make it worth the trip. | |
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