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2nd Annual Parking Meter Decorating Contest

Parks & Recreation Reservoir Park Fee for pavilion rentals are: Pavilion No. 1 – $75 Pavilion No. 2 – $60 Pavilion Nos. 3-12 - $50 Electricity is $25/day Fee for Amphitheater is $100 During the…

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5th Street Park

is Bellwood's Whitey Stephens memorial park, with updated playground space and neighborhood recreation.

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6 to 10 Trail

The 6 to 10 Trail runs from the Allegheny Portage Railroad area toward Dry Run Road near Duncansville and is known for wildlife viewing and trail history.

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Alto Model Train Association

operates a model train display at its Ninth Avenue location and seasonally at Lakemont Park during Holiday Lights on the Lake.

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Bells Gap Trail

The Bells Gap Trail follows the old narrow-gauge railroad grade above Bellwood, with gradual climbing, valley views, and connections to the borough's rail history. The trail also reflects the area's…

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Bellwood-Antis Public Library

The Bellwood-Antis Public Library serves the Bellwood-Antis community from 526 Main Street in Bellwood.

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Biddle's Brewing

brings coffee and a community-minded cafe stop to Williamsburg's High Street.

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Blair County Community Resources

Blair County's Community page links municipal information, storm water resources, recreation, elections, festivals and events, Fort Roberdeau, health care, newcomer information, reassessment, and…

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Blair County Dog Park

Blair County's only off-leash dog park offers fenced areas for large and small dogs, a canine sports arena, and training space on Agway Road in Martinsburg.

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Brew Coffee & Tap

is Tyrone's coffee-shop-and-taproom stop, serving espresso drinks, breakfast, lunch, and PA craft beer in one place.

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Canal Basin Park

Canal Basin Park is one of Hollidaysburg’s most beloved community spaces, a peaceful blend of local history, outdoor recreation and family-friendly activities. Located just a short…

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DelGrosso's Amusement Park

DelGrosso's Park is Tipton's best-known family destination, with rides, Laguna Splash Water Park, and a long-running DelGrosso family tradition. Use the official site for current operating dates…

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Discovery Garden

Discovery Garden is one of the only wheelchair-accessible, public gardens in Blair County. It was developed as a community resource and provides a beautiful place for people of all…

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Fort Roberdeau Historic Site

Fort Roberdeau preserves Blair County's Revolutionary War lead-mining story with a reconstructed fort, trails, picnic areas, and a visitor center. The county-owned site remains one of the area's most…

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Gardners Candies & ice Cream/The Gardners Candies Museum

Gardners Candies pairs downtown Tyrone chocolates and ice cream with a museum stop celebrating the company's local history. The stop sits in the borough where the company began in 1897.

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Gateway Garden

The Gateway Garden The Gateway Garden is located on old state route 22 near The Dream Restaurant in Hollidaysburg. If you are interested in volunteering as a Gateway garden Volunteer…

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Historic District

Preserving The Borough's Architectural Heritage The Hollidaysburg Historic District was established in 1989, along with an accompanying Borough Ordinance, to protect and preserve…

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History & Historical District Information

History: Williamsburg was originally know as Aketown, named for Jacob Ake (1754- 1838), a German immigrant who founded the town in 1795. It was laid out in a grid pattern with a central public square…

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Kelly Park

This park is located at the corner of South Juniata Street and Jones Street. The park consists of a play area, “Tot Lot” and a half court basketball court. The Borough maintains the park…

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Lakemont Park

is one of Altoona's best-known family recreation stops, pairing open park space with seasonal attractions and events near the ballpark district. Use the official site before visiting…

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Lower Trail

The Lower Trail runs for almost 17 miles from near Canoe Creek State Park toward Alexandria, with a flat crushed-limestone surface and year-round non-motorized use. Trailheads on the Williamsburg end…

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Marzoni's Brick Oven & Brewing

Marzoni's in Duncansville combines brick-oven pizza, Italian-American food, and house-brewed lagers and ales.

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Mishler Theatre

The Mishler Theatre is a historic performing arts venue in downtown Altoona and a major home for local cultural programming. Check the theatre's official site for current shows, ticketing, venue…

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Morrison's Cove Memorial Park

is a Martinsburg recreation complex with a pool, bowling, rollerskating, banquet space, courts, camping, and pavilion rentals.

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Mountain Lion Observatory at Fort Roberdeau

hosts public sky-watch nights and astronomy programming on the fort grounds.

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Northern Blair County Community Recreation Center

The Northern Blair County Community Recreation Center in Tipton lists indoor recreation hours and community programming for the north county area.

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Officials

Duncansville Borough Council Mayor Eric Fritz President Annette Lewis Vice President Jeffrey Lynn Buildings and Grounds Park and Recreation Finance Dave Shaw Fire Company Personnel Streets Water and…

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Parks & Gardens

Canal Basin Park Location: 101 Canal St, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648 Park Hours: Dawn – Dusk Features: Pavilion & Amphitheater Playground Trails Fishing Benches Explore Park 5 Chimney…

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Peoples Natural Gas Field

is the Altoona Curve's home ballpark and one of the central visitor anchors around Park Avenue. The ballpark is most useful to residents and visitors as the place to check…

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Quaint Corner Children's Museum and Discovery Center

fills a Victorian mansion with hands-on play spaces, including science, drama, art, and make-believe rooms.

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Quince Court Park

Quince Court Park is located in the Holliday Hills Development and was recently adopted by the Borough of Hollidaysburg. Offering amenities for the public including: Basketball…

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Railroaders Memorial Museum

The Railroaders Memorial Museum preserves Altoona's railroad story in the former Pennsylvania Railroad Master Mechanics Building, with exhibits, a roundhouse, and a museum store. It pairs naturally…

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Reservoir Park

is a 33-acre Tyrone Borough park with an amphitheater, playground equipment, and picnic pavilions. The borough maintains the park as a local recreation space.

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Royer Mansion

is the Blair County Historical Society's Williamsburg house museum, built in 1815 and open by appointment and special event.

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Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art - Altoona

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art's Altoona location brings exhibitions, education programs, and collection-connected programming to the Brett Building downtown. Use the museum site for current…

Community

Spring Dam Brewing Co

brings brewery and food service to Roaring Spring's Main Street with a family-friendly taproom.

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Spring Dam Park

is Roaring Spring's centerpiece public space, anchored by the spring, the 1937 fountain, and the restored caboose and train station nearby.

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Sugar Run Brewing Company

is a Duncansville brewpub with house beer, food, tours, tastings, and private-event space.

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The Wall That Heals

is a half-scale Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica at the James E. Van Zandt VA Medical Center, open to visitors year-round.

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Tyrone Area Historical Society & Museum

The Tyrone History Museum is in the railroad station building, with Tyrone-related artifacts, photographs, and a timeline covering more than 150 years of borough history. It is free to visit and…

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Tyrone City Brewing

describes itself as a brewery tied to Tyrone's history and community spirit.

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Tyrone History

The Borough of Tyrone history page covers the borough's incorporation, railroad growth, and home rule government. Source: Borough of Tyrone official site.

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World-Famous Horseshoe Curve

The World-Famous Horseshoe Curve is Altoona's signature railroad landmark, with an observation area, funicular access, and a connection to the city's rail history. It remains one of the easiest ways…