History Breakdown: What can Washington County teach you?

If you’re looking to entertain your little ones, interested in the history of transportation within our county or you just want to “ride the rails” for an afternoon, the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is the place for you. The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, located at 1 Museum Road, Washington, PA, is…

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Museum & Historical Site Openings

With spring comes flowers and warmer weather. It also thaws out our local museums and historical sites from a deep winter’s sleep. Grab your spring jacket and take a step back into history with Washington County’s unique past! Take the whole family to experience a bygone era of streetcars on the…

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Guide to: Hidden Gems in Washington County

The Mingo Creek Park Observatory is owned and operated by the AAAP. The Observatory was built in the spring/summer of 2004, and officially dedicated in August of 2005. It has become the largest amateur astronomical observatory in Southwestern Pennsylvania dedicated to public education and enjoyment…

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Explore the Whiskey Rebellion Trail

If you're like me—always in search of an epic last minute gift idea—allow me to present the Whiskey Rebellion Trail (WRT). This unique-to-the-region experience is made up of four cities, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington D.C., and Baltimore, in addition to many towns and rural areas…

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