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Celebrate the Heritage of the National Road with Food & Wine!

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

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It’s time to put on your favorite casual picnic attire, grab a light sweater just in case and head for the Christian W. Klay Winery in Chalk Hill to gorge yourself on a delicious gourmet meal.

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Summit Inn a Step Back in Time

Wednesday, July 20th, 2011

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Listed on the “National Register of Historic Places” - the Summit Inn´s classic architecture, old world charm and friendly atmosphere has hosted guests for more than 100 years.

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Fort Ligonier Commemorates “The Year of the Conquest”

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010

Battle Reenactment at Fort Ligonier

Fort Ligonier Days are just around the corner! Experience one of Western Pennsylvania’s finest fall festivals with battle reenactments, living history activities, over 150 crafters, food booths, a variety of free entertainment and more!

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Battle Reenactments at Fort Ligonier

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

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Watch exciting battle reenactments, see the British and French military encampments, and tour the Fort Ligonier Museum!

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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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Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend Outdoors!

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

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Make the most out of your 3-day weekend! There are plenty of activities to choose from while staying in the Laurel Highlands.

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Ligonier History and Country Charm

Monday, April 6th, 2009

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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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9 Fantastic Free Things To Do In the Laurel Highlands

Friday, March 27th, 2009

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There is so much to see and do! From the Steelers Training Camp, to a tasty tour at the Big Mac Museum, or a trip down the Antique Trail at Ligonier’s Antiques on the Diamond, the Laurel Highlands offers endless activities and adventures for the whole family to enjoy.

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1759 – 2009 The Year of Victories

Friday, March 27th, 2009

Fort Ligonier Days

Fort Ligonier’s 250th Anniversary Continues with “The World Ablaze: An Introduction to the Seven Years’ War,” a major exhibition drawn from Fort Ligonier’s permanent collections. The exhibition graphically demonstrates the French and Indian War at Fort Ligonier.

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