From world class fireworks shows to relaxing country getaways - Lawrence County offers alot to See & Do! Browse our listings below for more information.
Perfect for the railroad enthusiast. In addition to the West Pittsburg Station, visit the UN Tower , an interlocking control tower; three cabooses from the Pennsyvlania Railroad, Penn Central, and Nickel Plate Road; a Brookville Gang Car built for the U. S. Army just prior to World War II, and a Fairmont "speeder" motorcar. Many other railroad artifacts, photos presentations and more.
"Bringing the Best in the World of Entertainment to the Campus and the Community"
The Westminster Celebrity Series started as part of an Artist-Lecture series and has developed over the years into its present format and identity. Many great performers have graced the stage of Orr Auditorium since the inception of the program in 1967.
DSV Club Bingo 110 East Division St. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-654-5221
Every Saturday 7:00 pm - All dauber bingo open to the public at Sallmen's Social Club
Ellwood City Area Historical Society 310 Fifth Street Ellwood City, PA 16117
| phone: 724-752-2021
http://www.ellwoodhistory.com
Founded in 1892 by developer Henry Watters Hartman, the borough was named after Isaac L. Ellwood, one of the inventors of barbed wire.
The community grew rapidly with the development of a strong industrial base fostered in large part by the development of the seamless tube industry here. The first seamless steel tubes in America were pierced in Ellwood City in June of 1895 by inventor and engineer Ralph C. Stiefel.
The first seamless tube company was named the Ellwood Weldless Tube Company, which made seamless tubing for the bicycle industry. This firm was later acquired by the Shelby Tube Company that was the nucleus of the national tube division of the United States Steel.
Genealogical Department New Castle Public Library 207 E. North St. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-658-6659
http://www.ncdlc.org/
Located on the second floor of the New Castle Public Library, the collection in the History Room includes family histories, standard reference works, county histories of Pennsylvania, and other genealogical material.
The New Castle Public Library is proud of its collection of genealogical materials. The collection is especially strong in Pennsylvania census records and local family histories.
Harlansburg Station Transportation Museum 424 Old Route 19, Routes 19 & 108 New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-652-9002
http://www.harlansburgstation.com/
Exhibits of transportation memorabilia plus a unique gift shop. For the past sixteen years the Harlansburg Station has remained a private museum, receiving no state or federal funding. The owner and his family welcome people from Pittsburgh, the tri-state area, and from around the world to share his love of transportation.
Described as New Castle's "cultural jewel", the historic four building complex offers an environment of historical interest while housing art galleries, classrooms, studios, collection of fine arts library, and meeting facilities on five manicured acres of the residential North Hill.
The Mission of the Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts is to encourage an awareness, understanding, appreciation, and practice of the Arts and Humanities through visual, educational, and enrichment programming for learners of all ages.
Janette's Galleria 415 Old Rt. 19 New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-656-0609
| fax: 724-656-0619
| janettesgalleria@comcast.net
20 room historic stagecoach stop filled with fine arts, quality antiques, collectibles and talented artisans located in Harlansburg off Routes 19 and 108. Hours of operation: Tuesday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sundays 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., and closed Mondays. Web site coming soon!
Lawrence County Fairgrounds 464 Midway Rd. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-654-7745
| fax: 724-654-8772
http://www.lawrencecountyfair.com/
The large Fairgrounds that host annual event such as Car Shows, Animal Shows, Swap Meets, Derby, and much more.
The Lawrence County Historical Society was charted in 1938. Attorney Charles Young was the founder and served as president until his death in 1943. While the Society remained intact, it was inactive for a number of years. In 1976, during the Bicentennial of the United States, it was revived by Dr. Ellis Hoffman, Rosemary Hoffman and others
Living Treasures Animal Park 268 Fox Rd. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-924-9571
http://www.ltanimalpark.com
Living Treasures is a wonderful setting for a great family experience. The petting zoo is the thrill of the day for young visitors, while the exotic animals fascinate young and old alike. Bring your camera for those once in a lifetime photo opportunities. We have a kiosk in the Clearview Mall, located between Verizon and Kings Jewelery. Discounted admission tickets to the Lawrence County location are available at our stand. The stand is open year-round (Mon-Sat 10-9 and Sun 11-5). Our stand features "Stuff your own Animal" where customers can pick their favorite animal, stuff it, and dress it up! Animals come complete with birth certificate, carrying box and wishing star. Come see pictures of our animal family and make an addition to yours!
McConnells Mill State Park, in Lawrence County, encompasses 2,546 acres of the spectacular Slippery Rock Creek Gorge. Created by the draining of glacial lakes thousands of years ago, the gorge has steeps sides and the valley floor is littered with huge boulders. A logging mill was built in the 1800s to harness the power of the water. The park is open from sunrise to sunset, year-round.
The old mill is open Fridays 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m and Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Interpretive tours of the old mill are Fridays 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. and Saturdays 11:00 a.m. , 1:00,2:00, and 4:00 p.m. and Sundays 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Group tours may call for additional availablity.
Michaelangelo's Sunday Flea Market 2475 Ben Franklin Hwy Edinburg, PA 16116
| phone: 724-654-0382
Open Sundays 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. year round. Free parking/free admission. Indoor and outdoor flea market and restaurant.
The New Castle Playhouse is situated on the Southside of New Castle, Pa., in Lawrence County. Incorporated in 1958 as a non-profit organization, the Playhouse has been providing quality live theatre productions for the community for over 4 decades. Since 1987, the New Castle Playhouse has made it's home in the old State Theatre, the oldest existing theatre building in Lawrence County. The Playhouse has been very active in repairing and restoring the building and work has just been completed on our beautiful new sculpture garden and patron's pavillion. The NCP attracts over 25,000 patrons during it's yearly 26-week, 76-performance season and serves over 2500 individuals through its increasingly diverse education and outreach activities.
Pulaski Flea Market Rt.551 North , P.O. Box 293 Pulaski, PA 16143
| phone: 724-654-0531
| fax: 724-654-0821
Open Thursday 6:00 a.m. until the Thursday before Thanksgiving. Opening again on the first Thursday in April.
Colorful costumes and a history of the Slovenian culture are highlighted in this one-of-a-kind museum.
Taylor Township Athletic Association Bingo 110 East Division St. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-654-5221
Wed. at 10 am and Friday at 7 pm. Hard card bingo open to the public at Sallmen's Social Club.
Teena's Quilt Shop 435 Quilt Shop Lane, Volant, PA 16156
Over 100 authentic Amish Quilts and other Amish crafts on display at Teena's home. Open Monday - Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Scottish Rite Cathedral 110 East Lincoln Ave. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-654-6683
| fax: 724-654-9631
| cathedral@ztrain.com
The large Neo-classic Scottish Rite Cathedral was built in 1925 by a Milwaukee firm from plans drawn by architect R.G. Schmidt, also of Milwaukee, at a cost of $1.7 million. The building was first used in November of 1926. The original usage of the Cathedral was as a meeting place for Masonic groups. During the Depression, the Masons were unable to pay taxes, and the building was lost to the county. In 1940, the Cathedral Foundation was formed by the Masons, who pooled funds and acquired the building.
The Cathedral was originally the largest facility between New York and Chicago, with the exterior dimensions being 244 feet wide by 181 feet deep, 180 feet high at the back of the building. Six stone columns rise 32 feet at the front of the building and weigh 32,000 pounds each.
The stage at the Cathedral is 82 feet wide, 46 feet deep, and 65 feet high. The auditorium seats 2,834 total: 1st floor - 918, 1st balcony - 1,026, and 2nd balcony - 890. There is not a bad seat in the house and the acoustics are wonderful. Whether you are on the first floor center section or the 2nd balcony, the sound is the same. The auditorium/ concert hall is used for recitals, regional ballets and choruses.
The facility's primary rental comes from wedding receptions. The facility has dishes and silverware for 1,800 and a huge dining hall. The magnificent lobby is often used for receptions, as is the main dining room and west and east dining rooms. Weekly bingo games in the dining area are another primary use of the Cathedral.
A grand ballroom features glistening maple floors for dancing.
Twin Oaks Antiques 2577 Copper Rd. New Castle, PA 16101
| phone: 724-924-2909
| twinoaks@zoominternet.net
Enjoy shopping in a unique village of quaint shops and restaurants, nestled in the rolling hills of scenic W. PA Amish country.
Westminster College South Market St. New Wilmington , PA 16172
| phone: 724-946-7354
| fax: 724-946-6243
http://www.westminster.edu
Founded in 1852 and related to the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), Westminster College is ranked among national leaders in graduation rate performance, according to U.S. News Guide to America’s Best Colleges, and is one of the most affordable national liberal arts colleges in Pennsylvania. Westminster is also honored as one of “The Best 351 Colleges” by The Princeton Review, and was recognized by the Templeton Guide as a “Character Building College.”
Nearly 1,600 students benefit from individualized attention from dedicated faculty, while choosing from 40 majors and nearly 100 organizations on the beautiful New Wilmington, Pa. campus. Westminster is 50 miles north of Pittsburgh and less than 80 miles from Erie and Cleveland.
Upcoming EventsAmerican Cancer Society Relay for Life Survivor Dinner 5/14/2008
Mary Mother of Hope Parish Center. Dinner, Entertainment,T-shirt distribution. RSVP by 5/10/08. 724-654-5577
RECENT NEWS Thunder Friday!!!
Thunder Friday is coming soon! Wear you best black and red to support our local minor league football team, New Castle Thunder! Games start in June. T-shirts are available at our office or by calling 724-654-8970.
