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Lincoln Highway Experience

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Discover 100+ years of Lincoln Highway history at the largest museum in America dedicated to sharing the story of the first coast-to-coast highway. Located on the Lincoln Highway between Latrobe and Ligonier, PA in the beautiful Laurel Highlands, it’s the light-hearted museum for seniors and juniors—and everyone in between. All visitors end their visit surrounded by authentic and meticulously restored Read more...

Depreciation Lands Museum

Depreciation Lands Museum

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A Colonial Era Living History Museum Located in Western Pennsylvania, just north of Pittsburgh, in Allison Park, PA…. Where history is real life! Read more...

Randyland Pittsburgh

Randyland

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Randyland is an outdoor art museum, situated squarely in the center of Pittsburgh’s North Side. Created by the artistic vision of Randy Gilson, this is a unique, colorful and energetic art museum like no other… Read more...

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Crow Rock

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Four young sisters, ranging in age from 10 to 16 were brutally attacked on their way home, by two Indians and a white accomplice in search of information about a nearby fort. Catharine, Susan and Betsy Crow perished in the attacks, and only their sister Tena managed to escape. The attackers hid behind what is known today as “Crow Rock”, Read more...

Fallingwater

Fallingwater

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In 1937, construction was completed on Fallingwater, designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The brilliant design fused nature and function like no other – complete with a stream running through the house. This much celebrated vacation home in the Laurel Highlands of Edgar and Liliane Kaufman is now open to the public and under direction of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy. Read more...

Nemacolin Castle Brownsville Pa

Nemacolin Castle

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In Brownsville, situated high above the Monongahela River, sits this historic castle. Guided tours are offered along with many other events throughout the year. The Ghost Tours are particularly popular! Read more...

Friendship Hill National Historic Site

Friendship Hill National Historic Site

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Friendship Hill was the country estate of Albert Gallatin, well known especially for his service as Secretary of the Treasury for the Jefferson and Madison administration. His name is still prominent in areas across Fayette County. The 661-acre estate is now maintained and run by the National Park Service. An audio self-tour is available, as well as ranger tours. The Read more...

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Old Economy Village

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In 1824, the Harmony Society returned to Pennsylvania, this time settling in Beaver County along the Ohio River. There they founded “Oekonomie,” now better known as Old Economy Village. It was here that the Society gained worldwide recognition for its religious devotion and economic prosperity. Explore the visitors center, stroll the grounds or take a guided tour of the remaining Read more...

Allegheny Portage Railroad Historic Site

Allegheny Portage Railroad Historic Site

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The Allegheny Portage Railroad opened in 1834, providing the first direct rail route between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. It has had many uses over the years, but today offers many special events and tours as a National Historic Site, and has many trails and places to explore such as the “Lemon House” and “Engine House #6”. This is of particular interest Read more...

United Flight 93 Memorial

United Flight 93 Memorial

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On Tuesday morning, September 11, 2001, the U.S. came under attack when four commercial airliners were hijacked and used to strike targets on the ground. Nearly 3,000 people tragically lost their lives. Because of the actions of the 40 passengers and crew aboard one of the planes, Flight 93, the attack on the U.S. Capitol was thwarted. This quote is Read more...

Meadowcroft Village Rockshelter

Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Village

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In the quiet woods just outside of Avella, PA, lies the oldest known site of human habitation on the continent. A National Historic Landmark, the Meadowcroft Rockshelter is a 16,000 year old rock overhang that was used for shelter. Now under excavation, visitors can get a glimpse into the distant past and walk on the same ground as our ancient Read more...

Historic Hannas Town

Historic Hanna’s Town

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Known for being the first English court west of the Alleghenies, Hanna’s Town was founded in 1793 and today serves as a reconstructed frontier village, open to the public and active with tours and educational opportunities. Read more...

Johnstown Inclined Plane

Johnstown Inclined Plane

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Built after the Johnstown flood of 1889, the Inclined Plane’s original purpose was to connect downtown with the higher grounds of Westmont Borough in order to develop that area residentially. During Johnstown’s two other floods in 1936 and 1977, the Incline became a lifesaver, helping people to escape downtown as well as to ship supplies into the valley. No trip Read more...

Windber Coal Heritage Center

Windber Coal Heritage Center

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The town of Windber was created by the Berwind-White Coal Mining Company for the exclusive purpose of providing its workers a nearby place to live. Remnants of the old town are still visible today. The Windber Coal Heritage Center tells the story of the miners and their families and educates through interactive, state-of-the-art exhibits, media presentations and other archives. The Read more...

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Johnstown Flood National Memorial

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This national memorial, run by the National Park Service, tells the story and remembers the victims of the tragic Johnstown flood. Read more...

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Oliver Miller Homestead

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Located in South Park, Miller Homestead is stone farmhouse from the Frontier Era. The site and Miller family has ties to the Whiskey Rebellion and Revolutionary War. Tours and Frontier events are frequently held at the Homestead. Read more...

Century Inn

The Century Inn

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Opened as “Hill’s Tavern” in 1794, Century Inn is one of the oldest taverns / inns on Historic Route 40, the National Road. A fire destroyed the Inn on August 18th, 2015. The original stone structure was still standing, and it has been rebuilt and opened better than ever. The Century Inn is a favorite for weddings, romantic dinners and Read more...

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Providence Meeting House (Quaker Church)

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The Quaker Church (as it is locally known) is the third building to stand on this site, erected in 1893. It was constructed from the original stone of the previous meetinghouse. The Providence Meeting House was first chartered in 1789 to Mr. John Cope as a branch of the Redstone Monthly Meeting, which consisted of several Quaker families. It actively Read more...