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ERIE ART MUSEUM SECOND SUNDAYS Date: Second Sunday of each month Time: 1 to 5 p.m. Address: 411 State Street, Erie Contact: erieartmuseum.org/second‑Sundays, or 814.459.5477 On the second Sunday of each month there is free admission at the Erie Art Museum! Visitors are invited to take a tour of a featured gallery with a museum educator and participate in an exhibit‑based art‑making activity, often with the help of a visiting artist. Explore the galleries, make meaningful connections to the artwork and build cool creations to take home. Visitors can become sculptors, filmmakers, photographers, animators, dancers and more with projects that are cool enough for kids and still intriguing for older ages. Visit the website for more information. ERIE FOOD TOUR Addresses: Various restaurant locations throughout Downtown Erie Contact: eriefoodtours.com, or 814.572.1407 Learn the history and culture of Erie’s beautiful downtown area while enjoying delicious food from locally owned restaurants, bakeries, and specialty shops. You’ll stroll through the heart of Erie’s business district, pass by legendary entertainment venues and visit the establishments that have made a lasting imprint on the city. Whether you’re an Erie native or just visiting, this is the perfect lunchtime activity for anyone who enjoys eating good food and learning a little bit along the way. Pre‑purchased tickets are required. Visit the website for more information. PRESQUE ISLE LIGHTHOUSE TOURS Address: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie Contact: presqueislelighthouse.org/tours, or 814.833.1495 See a spectacular view of Lake Erie! Located near Beach 8, the Presque Isle Lighthouse is the second oldest lighthouse on Lake Erie’s shore. For 141 years it has been used as a residence, most recently for park staff. Climbing the 78 steps gives you quite a view of Lake Erie! Visit the website for more information on available dates and times. TOM RIDGE ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER TOUR Address: Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Drive, Erie Contact: trecpi.org, or 814.833.7424 The gateway to Presque Isle and Lake Erie, and home to one of the most stimulating and memorable experiences in Pennsylvania, the Tom Ridge Environmental Center is an educational center at heart. It is dedicated to teaching visitors about the unique 3,200 acres of Presque Isle and the different forms of life that inhabit the peninsula. Be sure to climb (or take the elevator) to the top of the tower for a great view of Presque Isle and Waldameer Park next door—and don’t forget your camera, as the view is incredible. Visit the website for more information. Continued on next page > West County | Summer 2017 | icmags.com 25