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Planning a trip or dreaming of your next getaway to the Laurel Highlands? Get insider tips, must-see attractions, and local favorites—all in one handy guide. Request your free copy and start planning an unforgettable adventure!

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Two Great Shows, One Amazing Summer!

Summer at the State is a mixed professional and community summer theatre at the base of the Laurel Highlands in Uniontown. Featuring the talents of dozens of local actors along with a few guest artists from out-of-town, Summer at the State is a staple of the southwestern PA summer season. This year’s productions are Newsies and Mamma Mia and both…

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Win Big with the 2019 Westmoreland Heritage Passport Contest

Summer has arrived. The kids are home from school. The in-laws are in town for a visit. Your long-distance significant other is spending a weekend at your home. You’re trying to fill every minute with activity, but at some point, the ideas run dry. You sigh, and think with growing frustration, “There’s just nothing to do around here!” Never fear…

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Plan Your Game Of Thrones Inspired Trip Through the Laurel Highlands

The final season of Game of Thrones begins April 14, but if you can't wait until then, we have you covered. Check out this Game of Thrones-inspired itinerary fit for a lord and filled with castles, battles and palaces. Valar the Laurel Highlands! Winterfell Castle | Nemacolin Castle Castles are everywhere in Game of Thrones, from frozen Winterfell…

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Make an Impact: Voluntourism in the Laurel Highlands

While you're visiting the outdoor mecca that is the Laurel Highlands, you can most certainly find a way to give back to the region. It may only take a few hours of your vacation, but you will feel more than rewarded when you're done! While most locations in the Laurel Highlands have a volunteer opportunity, here are just a few: Flight 93 National…

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Four Seasons of Fun

Experience four seasons of fun in the Laurel Highlands! Fill your next visit's itinerary with tons of seasonal adventures, from snowshoeing in the winter to zip lining in the summer there’s something for everybody! Spring Once the snow melts, try something new like an exhilarating zip lining or rock wall climbing experience at Nemacolin Woodlands…

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Showstopping Theatres of the Laurel Highlands

History in the Laurel Highlands isn’t limited to museums and battlefields, our three counties are home to multiple historic theaters and entertainment venues; some even dating back to the 1900s. These theatres and venues have morphed and evolved over the years into what they are today and represent the past, present and future of entertainment and…

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Reasons to Visit the Laurel Highlands in 2019

From architectural wonders to exotic animals and unforgettable events to remarkable historic sites, the Laurel Highlands is an ideal place to get away, enjoy the great outdoors and find your adventure. Even if you've visited within the past year, you can create a loaded itinerary full of brand new experiences! The addition of Frank Lloyd Wright’s…

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A Parents' Guide to Winter Break Fun in the Laurel Highlands

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Ah, yes, in a matter of days, the little ones will be officially on their winter break, anxiously awaiting the arrival of Santa, gobbling up cookies and hot cocoa and seeking fun and entertainment. If you’re like me, and you’ve stashed away a few vacation days in order to spend time with your little ones…

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Laurel Highlands Winter Bucket List

If you're looking for activities to keep yourself busy and entertained during this year's chilly season, look no further than the Laurel Highlands! Below is a sampling of recommendations to add to your winter bucket list. Not only will you have a blast, you will more than likely leave the region with a few new hobbies! Take an Art Class Art…

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