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Piper Aviation Museum, Lock Haven
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, Washington
Celebrates the innovation of aviation engineer William T.
Piper, with numerous exhibits, including a flight simulator.
Info: 570.748.8283, www.pipermuseum.com
Take a ride through history on historic restored street cars
from Pennsylvania’s past. Learn about the museum’s more
than 50 different street cars from all different types and eras
in a guided tour. Annual events include the Bunny Trolley,
Pumpkin Patch, and Santa Trolley. Info: 724.228.9256,
www.pa-trolley.org
Simpler Times Museum, Tidioute
Documents the area’s history in the oil, gas, lumber, and
agricultural industries. Exhibits include a working model of
an oil field and numerous classic cars from 1913 to 1966.
Open by appointment. Info: 814.484.3483, www.
warrenhistory.org/SimplerTimesMuseum.html
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Groundhog Day Celebration, Punxsutawney
Home of the original rodent meteorologist, PUnxsutawney
host the annual Groundhog Day celebration. Enjoy
music, food, and other activities in the town square while
you await Phil’s famous prognostication (Feb. 2). Info:
814.618.5591, www.groundhog.org
PITTSBURGH REGION
ATTRACTIONS
Duquesne Incline, Pittsburgh
Originally opened in 1877, the Duquesne Hieght incline
offers visitors incredible views of the Pittsburgh skyline. The
upper station includes a history museum and gift shop. Info:
412.381.1665, www.duquesneincline.org
Kennywood Park, West Mifflin
Billed as “America’s Favorite Traditional Amusement Park,”
Kennywood features among its 31 major rides several that
were originally built in the early 20th century. The historical
amusement park also includes water rides, a kiddie
park, and more than 35 games, providing amusement
for all types of fun-seekers. Info: 412.561.0500, www.
kennywood.com
Nationality Rooms in the Cathedral of
Learning, Pittsburgh
Experience the many varied cultures and ethnicities that
have settled in Allegheny Country through the 26 rooms
dedicated to the history of these groups. Guided tours are
available with a reservation. Info: 412.624.6000, www.
nationalityrooms.pitt.edu
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquariam, Pittsburgh
Featuring thousands of animals from more than 400
species, the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is one of
only six major zoos in the country that also includes a full
aquarium. Info: 800.474.4966, www.pittsburghzoo.com
MUSEUMS
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
Four museums, originally founded by Andrew Carnegie
in 1895, to foster exploration and learning. Includes the
Carnegie Museum of Art, the Carnegie Museum of Natural
History, the Carnegie Science Center, and the Andy
Warhol Museum. Info: 412.622.3131,
www.pittsburghkids.org
Jimmy Stewart Museum, Indiana
Celebrates the life and career of actor and Indiana, PA,
native Jimmy Stewart. Watch classic films and career
retrospectives in the recreated 1930s-style theater, or
just browse the artifacts from the life of this famous actor,
miltitary hero, civic leader, and family man. Info:
800.83.JIMMY, www.jimmy.org
Photo Antiquities Museum of Photographic
History, Pittsburgh
Antique cameras, viewing equipment, and photographs
from the earliest days of image-capturing. Rotating exhbitis
include gum prints (19th century color photography),
Victorian post-mortem portraits, and images from the
Civil War, all in a recreated Victorian setting. Info:
412.231.7881, www.photoantiquities.org
FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Penn’s Colony Festival And Folk Art
Marketplace, Saxonburg
A celebration of Pittsburgh’s colonial history, and the
events of the French and Indian War in particular. Unique
entertainment, food, and locally made crafts highlight
this festival. (Sep.) Info: 724.352.9922,
www.pennscolony.com
Night at the Zoo at Living Treasures Wild Animal
Park, Moraine
Spend a night in the dark at the Living Treasure Animal
Park, and see more than 50 creatures reveal their nocturnal
habits. Hyenas, alligators, and tigers are among the
attractions at this annual event (Oct). Info: 724.924.9571,
www.Itanimalpark.com/october-night-at-the-zoo
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THE ALLEGHENIES
ATTRACTIONS
Berkey Creamery at Penn State University,
University Park
Part-educational experience, part-ice cream shop,
the Berkey Creamery has celebrated the science of
deliciousness since 1865. Info: 814.865.7535,
www.creamery.psu.edu
Flight 93 National Memorial, Shanksville
Memorial to all casualties of United Airlines Flight 93, who
died during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001,
after the passengers and crew turned on their captors and
forced them to crash in a field. The memorial is located at
the crash site, and honors the names of all 40 passengers
and crew. Info: 814.893.6322, www.nps.go/flni
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, Mill Run
One of the most famous buildings in the world, integrated
seamlessly into its beautiful surroundings in a 5,000acre nature reserve. Take a tour and discover the
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