Battle Reenactments at Fort Ligonier
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Watch exciting battle reenactments, see the British and French military encampments, and tour the Fort Ligonier Museum!
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PA’s Entrepreneur of the Year - Judy Pletcher
Monday, June 14th, 2010
Judy Pletcher, owner of Rockwood Mill Shoppes & Opera House and The Hostel on Main, was presented with the Keystone Society for Tourism Entrepreneur Award.
Read More >>Vandergrift Goes Hollywood
Friday, April 30th, 2010
Beginning in May, DreamWorks Studios will be filming “I Am Number IV” in Vandergrift, PA.
Read More >>4th of July, the Laurel Highlands Way
Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
Celebrate the 4th of July with us in the Laurel Highlands! The weekend is packed full of fun events for the family to enjoy. If you’re looking for the best places to watch fireworks, we’ll give you the inside scoop!
Read More >>The Coolest Activities for Summer
Thursday, June 25th, 2009
The temperatures are turning up and staying in one spot is a sure way to stay hot. Get off the couch, hit the road and cool down in the Laurel Highlands. Most importantly, stay hydrated and drink plenty of water while enjoying these summer fun activities.
Read More >>National Road Festival unites Southwest Pennsylvania
Friday, May 15th, 2009
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.
Read More >>Giants are Popping Up along the Lincoln Highway!
Thursday, April 16th, 2009
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.
Read More >>Tips for Overnight Biking Adventures
Monday, April 6th, 2009
Preparation is key for overnight bike camping along the Great Allegheny Passage, the longest multi-purpose rail-to-trail in the Eastern United States. Before you begin your journey, take note of some important tips that will safeguard your adventure.
Read More >>Enjoy a Spring “Staycation”
Monday, April 6th, 2009
Budget-friendly family vacations have achieved high popularity during hard economic times. From whitewater rafting and horseback riding, to biking and hiking trails, the new travel buzzword “staycations” complements the accessible tourism activities in the Laurel Highlands.
Read More >>Cultural and Historic Sites
Monday, April 6th, 2009
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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