A hidden gem full of hidden gems!! The Westmoreland Museum…read moreof American Art is nestled perfectly in Greensburg with stunning views inside and out. We stumbled upon their Putt-A-Palooza: Art Inspired Mini Golf Exhibit and... of course... had to give it a try, but the golf only helped to showcase the stunning layout and amazing Pittsburgh exhibits. The mini golf had 9 holes that were all inspired by a piece of art on the premise. With point systems similar to Putt Shack and even a battle hole where all four players tee off at once to put it in the hole first. But... then you could receive bonus points by finding the matching art piece in the museum and answering trivia. With the gold exhibit only open til the end of summer, go now!! I can't wait to see what new exhibits and fun events that they host in this space. With discounts for members, we may have to consider joining.

Art in Bloom 2026 was another AMAZING exhibit. I truly do not understand why more people are not…read moretalking about this! This exhibit blends art + nature in the most beautiful way, challenging local floral designers to reimagine pieces from the gallery through stunning arrangements. It's colorful, creative, and exactly the kind of spring energy us Pittsburghers all need during the transition between grey winter and spring!

We went there on a Friday and a Sunday and had a terrific time. Lots of vendors plenty of food,…read moremusic singing we had a great time.

This was my first opportunity to attend this festival which is dedicated the battle of Ft Ligonier…read morethat took place during the French and Indian War. My husband and I missed the parade since it was a rainy morning but I did manage to get a glimpse of the Heinz hitch as it was going by and some of the University of Pittsburgh marching band as well as a float or two left parked. The festival is spread out throughout the entire town which is fairly small. Vendors and crafts are set up in various locale all around. If you are not up to walking they do have a complimentary shuttle that will take you to where you want to go. At the center where the diamond of the town sits is an information booth. They are on hand to answer all your questions as well as give you a festival map with all the events, food, vendors, etc. They have live entertainment in the Gazebo throughout the day. Make sure to check your guide if there is anyone in particular you wish to see. Most of the vendors are craft vendors and some of them I have seen elsewhere such as the Three Rivers Arts Festival and the Pittsburgh Home and Garden show. They have other specialty services scattered around such as healthcare or major product advertising. Perhaps the best is that they do re enactments of the battle of Fort Ligonier. It's neat to see the townspeople dressed in colonial costume and militia. Food abounds in this place with the majority of it being around the diamond. There is no shortage of desserts, ice cream, and pizza. Much of the food is your typical fried stuff but look around if you see something that interests you. As far as restroom faculties are concerned, all they have are port a johns. You're not going to find a business that will let you in for that purpose. While we had hoped to park at the high school and shuttle over that lot was full so we were able to find "grass" parking on Rt. 711 south of the town for a fee. We grabbed a bite to eat at the "Laughing crab"-reviewed separately and later went for dessert at a raspberry and fruit vendor. Needless to say I loved our desserts there. I had a mixed raspberry and blackberry pie while my husband had raspberry shortcake ala mode. They don't skimp on toppings here. We found it interesting to look around at some of the original vendors we hadn't seen before. I was very impressed with one who uses old post office boxes found in the Post Office and used different types of wood to make banks. It's like having your own combination lock to a mini safe. Time did not permit us to see everything but we were very pleased with what we did see. We did not get the chance to tour the fort itself. There is a separate admission charge for that but hope to on some future visit. Fort Ligonier days are always held the 2nd full weekend in Oct. The vendors sell their merchandise from 9-6 on Friday and Saturday and from 9-5 on Sunday. It definitely was worth a visit and next time plan to come earlier so I can see the parade.

Attended this annual arts and heritage festival today. Very well organized event. Lots of vendors…read morewith exceptional works of art. Many delicious food booths with plenty of seating in the shade. Live musical performances and children's activities. Very enjoyable for all ages. The grounds and lake are beautiful with a walking trail that goes along the water. They do have a Facebook page. No animals allowed in the park.

Well, I find that the last review for this festival is 5 years old; so I think I have an obligation…read moreto update it. The Westmoreland Arts & Crafts Heritage Festival is in its 42nd year and is always scheduled around the 4th of July weekend. It is located in Twin Lakes Park. This year, it runs from June 20 through July 3. Over the years, it has expanded and attracted artisans from all over the country. The items for sale range from wood crafts, jewelry, pottery, art prints and paintings, plants and other specialties. Also, one can wander through the park and find great food to purchase. Popular choices for many are the fresh raspberries and ice cream, fried vegetables, and wood fired pizza. I tried steak fajitas ($7 for two) and French beignets ($4 for about 8) from one food booth. I was very pleased with both. There are several stages that offer different musical genres. A schedule for performers can be found on the web site. The Island Stage is the main performance area, but check out the stage located a short distance from the boat house. Around that stage are several craft and food booths. If you feel like walking, there are reenactors located on the upper lake. So, there is plenty to see, music to listen to, food to eat and beautiful items for purchase. There is also an area for kids to make crafts and play. CONS: Although, things are spaced throughout, this festival draws a big crowd. Sometimes a little patience and a smile is needed when waiting in food lines. No alcohol is served, but there are water, cola, Gatorade booths. The thing is you have to purchase tickets to buy your beverage. I don't know, why not use cash for beverages, too? Parking is sometimes at a premium but some people let you park on their property for a price. There are shuttle buses available, but riding in a hot school bus isn't something I care to do. They seem to have a good system though, by dropping passengers off at an entrance area of the park and picking riders up at the other end. No dogs are allowed in the festival area. I think this is a very nice way to spend time over the holiday and has something for everyone. More information can be found on their web site.

Love going to live performances ! They always do a great job! Very entertaining!…read moreHope to hear soon about 2025 schedule!

This place has been on my list of things to do for sometime now. Every season I receive their…read morenewsletter promoting their up-coming productions. Seasons come and go, and I end up missing the shows over and over again. Until today. The journey to Jennerstown is roughly less than 30 miles from my home and weaves you through the very scenic Laurel Highlands. The pictures on the Playhouse brochure and newsletter does not do this place justice. The playhouse is tucked into a wooded area and is nicely maintained. More importantly, this 393 seat theater is housed in an 1805 restored gristmill. It is also Pennsylvania's oldest professional stock theater, and is one of 12 professional stock theaters remaining in the US today. The cast, live musicians, and musical numbers were absolutely entertaining and amusing. The set design was perfect for the production, and the sound system was crisp and flawless. The Mountain Playhouse is situated next to the award-winning Green Gables Restaurant and makes for a lovely dinner-theater outing.

This is the best Indiana County Fair there is. Admission is charged after 2pm. Go check out the…read moreTractor Pull, Band night, cheerleading...

If you want to play games or ride the rides don't waste your time. This year there are a couple…read morerides about half of what was there last year. Not many exhibits or anything either. Don't expect the rides and games to be on at 3 either.

This review is of the fairgrounds, NOT the Christmas show vendors…read more The parking lot would benefit from gravel walkways. It was a muddy, sloppy mess. I'm glad I wore duck boots. The bathrooms were horrible. I am not referring to port-a-johns. I am referring to the brick and mortar female bathroom. In the ceiling is a hole with a bird's nest poking through. All the corners had extensive spider webs. Three stalls??? Perhaps they need to re-think that number. The ability to take a trolley ride was nice touch.

Do you have to be a redneck to enjoy the county fair? Not necessarily, but it helps. Seriously…read morethough, it's more helpful if you are a firm believer and supporter of 4-H clubs, agriculture and the farming community for starters. A trip to the county fair should not be overlooked and taken for granted. One can easily find themselves on activity overload in no time at all, so be sure to pace yourself. The fair is held for a full week if a one day visit is not enough. If you have never been to a county fair, here is a list of what one should expect: Lots of food vendors. Healthy eating is not an option but you should check each place for safe sanitary conditions and practices. You will see lots of animals. Mainly farm animals, though I did see 2 camels at the petting zoo exhibit. I enjoyed visiting the rabbit section and seeing the various horse breeds. Lots of exhibits. Mainly items that were submitted for judging. Photographs, homemade wine and beer, quilts, baked goods, floral arrangements, canned fruits and vegetables, quiltwork, crochet and needlework, and so much more. You will hear live music, watch a tractor pull, demolition derby or bottle rocket launch, attend a square dance social, observe milking parlor demonstrations, watch live bees at work, or just simply opt to find a nice spot to sit, and people-watch. You never know, you might just spot a few rednecks in the crowd!

Love the museum and all that they have to offer. There's exhibits, events, and workshops. It's so…read morenice to have this in our own backyard. Not to mention the gardens and scenery is just magical and amazing. I highly recommend going and at any age.

I visited the Ligonier branch of SAMA on free museum day. It was my first visit and I will be sure…read moreto go back! Dedicated to regional artists, the museum has about 4 exhibitions per year. Check the website to see what is currently being shown at each location. There's always a display of paperweights to view and there's local art for sale in the hallway gallery. I've been wanting to get here for a long time. I'm sorry I waited so long!

3.5 stars. Pittsburgh Brewing Company makes beer brands such as Iron City Beer and I.C. Light…read moreBeer. I actually do not drink beer at all, but I visited Pittsburgh Brewing Company to attend the 3rd annual Iron City Car Cruise powered by MAXmotive. The event featured classic vehicles, a rib fest, food trucks, live music, and beer. I attended mostly for the barbecue, but I enjoyed the other things as well. My husband and I had to pay $10 to park our vehicle in a back lot. Then we walked past the music stage to the BBQ vendors and food trucks. We had arrived around lunchtime, and unfortunately we saw only three BBQ vendors who still had food in stock, and even they were out of some menu items. I bought a rib teaser from Obey's BBQ and a pulled-pork sandwich, cornbread, and mac n cheese from Jim's Smokin' Que. These foods tasted OK to good. As for the classic vehicles, I do not know much about vehicles at all, but I saw some that had interesting designs.

We recently visited Pittsburgh Brewing Company for their Oktoberfest. It was a ticketed event with…read morelive music and several food vendors. The atmosphere here is great, and the staff was friendly. They have a large outdoor area, and then an indoor area where you can see some of their beer tanks and equipment. There is a spacious upstairs area with seating. We can't wait to come back here for future events.