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Thanksgiving Weekend Events

Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

Westmoreland Museum of American Art

After a full day of turkey eating, how about getting out of the house and into the mountains? There are plenty of events going on in the Laurel Highlands for you and your family to enjoy!

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FestiFall Will Feature Sneak Preview of new Ken Burns Documentary

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009

Friendship Hill National Historic Site

On September 26 & 27, get a sneak peak of the new documentary, “The National Parks: America’s Best Idea” at FestiFall at Friendship Hill.

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Fort Ligonier Continues 250th Commemoration with Attack by French Troops

Monday, July 13th, 2009

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French, Native American, and British troops will be on hand July 18th and 19th to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the French Attack on Fort Ligonier’s Redoubt.

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National Road Festival unites Southwest Pennsylvania

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Horse-Drawn Wagon Trains

The 36th annual National Road Festival, May 15-17, celebrates our nation’s history and commemorates the travels of pioneers and adventurers across the Alleghenies. Share the history and the fun by enjoying a sampling of activities held by National Road communities.

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Giants are Popping Up along the Lincoln Highway!

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

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2009 is a big year for the Lincoln Highway, and the Highway’s namesake, Abraham Lincoln, whose image lines the route. Check out what else you will find along this historic route.

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Cultural and Historic Sites

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Frank Lloyd Wright's Duncan House

Visit the region’s wonderful sites for history, arts and culture. Enjoy museums, architectural masterpieces, musical and theatrical performances, battle reenactments and war history.

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Ligonier History and Country Charm

Monday, April 6th, 2009

Fort Ligonier

Historic Ligonier is a charming town that features over 60 unique shops and eateries that entice weary city dwellers to take a step back in time and enjoy the town.

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