10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Laurel Highlands That You Shouldn't Miss

March 11, 2022 Darwin Bolte

Discover the best top things to do in Laurel Highlands, United States including Tour-Ed Coal Mine, Fred Rogers Exhibit, Saint Vincent College, Vin De Matrix Winery, The Lamp Theatre, Laurel Caverns, Johnstown Flood Museum, Heritage Discovery Center, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Glades Pike Winery.
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1. Tour-Ed Coal Mine

748 Bull Creek Rd, Tarentum, PA 15084-3004 +1 724-224-4720 [email protected] http://www.tour-edmine.com/index.htm
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5.0 based on 52 reviews

Tour-Ed Coal Mine

2. Fred Rogers Exhibit

300 Fraser Purchase Rd Saint Vincent College, Latrobe, PA 15650-2667 +1 724-805-2750 http://www.fredrogerscenter.org/archive/fred-rogers-exhibit/
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Fred Rogers Exhibit

Reviewed By jermar79 - West Virginia, United States

I stopped here today and was very pleased. I loved seeing all his stuff. Mr. Rogers was a great man and I’m so happy to see his legacy will live on. Please stop if you’re passing through the area. You will enjoy it. The whole building is really nice. :)

3. Saint Vincent College

300 Fraser Purchase Rd, Latrobe, PA 15650-2690 http://www.stvincent.edu/
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5.0 based on 48 reviews

Saint Vincent College

Reviewed By fjmccarl - San Antonio, United States

This is a beautiful campus with a rich history of religion and the region. The College is amazing with notable graduates from its traditional arts and sciences background. The Benedictines have let their mark literally, since they built much of the college by hand. In a tranquil setting to appreciate God's beauty.

4. Vin De Matrix Winery

307 Kings Mountain Rd Located in the lower level of the clubhouse barn at King's Mountain Resort, Rockwood, PA 15557-5422 +1 814-926-2009 [email protected] http://www.vindematrixwine.com/
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Vin De Matrix Winery

Call or email to schedule an appointment during the week! Stellar Wines For Down-To-Earth People. Vin De Matrix is a short, scenic drive from Fallingwater, Ohio Pyle, Seven Springs, and Laurel Hill State Park. Make us part of your adventure in the Laurel Highlands. Stop in and taste our small-batch specialty wines.

Reviewed By SouthhillsCritic - Finleyville, United States

Finally we made it here. We have been wanting to visit this winery for some time. It was worth the drive. All of the wines that I tried were absolutely amazing. I prefer the dry wines and they were all good. I liked the Sirius Red(dry Malbec with grapes from Chili) This winery is a small winery, but they have a lot of wines available, including a couple of Meads as well. They do serve beer for those who do not like wine. The wine owners were very nice. Josh, knew his wine and would explain about each of the wines that we tried. He did provide us with a history lesson when I asked about growing grapes in the mountains. He said nothing would grow here, we collect all of our grapes, he said "Vin De Matrix" stands for "Gathering of Grapes" I found that to be the most unique name for a winery. We want to come back in the summer when the weather is better. Plus by then we will have ran out of wine. I'd recommend making your journey to this winery. It's a good one.

5. The Lamp Theatre

222 Main St, Irwin, PA 15642-3442 +1 724-367-4000 [email protected] http://www.lamptheatre.org
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5.0 based on 14 reviews

The Lamp Theatre

Reviewed By mmikeeee90 - Dover, United States

While transiting the Laurel Highlands we were looking for an evening cultural activity and came across this on TripAdvisor. We saw a local production of Tommy by The Who and the musicians and cast were great. We visited with the friendly volunteers and had a great meal in the downtown after we parked. The facility has been improved upon with a diner/concession stand and beautiful patio. So close to Pittsburgh ! Hoping to return they have a great mix of tribute bands and national acts on the schedule.

6. Laurel Caverns

200 Caverns Park Road, Farmington, PA 15437 +1 800-515-4150 http://www.laurelcavernspark.com
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4.5 based on 326 reviews

Laurel Caverns

Cave with 2.8 miles of underground passages: great for viewing weird rock formations.

Reviewed By Mchumel - Lakewood, United States

My wife and I are senior citizens who like a new adventure. We talked ourselves into taking the 2-hour "upper cave" tour on a rainy Monday afternoon. Our guide, Zach, prepared we newbies for what to expect and told us he would tailor the tour to our limitations (we were the only two on the tour.) Navigating the passageways and the climbing up and down was challenging at times and scary at times, but we always felt in good hands with Zach and intern Cicely. In addition to his obvious love of caving, he provided us with a lot of geological facts about caves, geological history, you name it. Zach is quite personable, a good story teller and a great source for a few geology basics. Somewhat surprised to read the negative comments about the well-designed lighting in the family tour portion of the cave. The lights were aesthetically pleasing to this occasional spelunker.

7. Johnstown Flood Museum

304 Washington St, Johnstown, PA 15901-1613 +1 888-222-1889 [email protected] http://www.jaha.org/attractions/johnstown-flood-museum/
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4.5 based on 300 reviews

Johnstown Flood Museum

On May 31, 1889, a neglected dam and a phenomenal storm led to a catastrophe in which 2,209 people died. It’s a story of great tragedy, but also of triumphant recovery. Visit the Johnstown Flood Museum, which is operated by the Johnstown Area Heritage Association, to find out more about this shocking episode in American history. It features an Academy Award-winning documentary, artifacts, exhibits and more.

Reviewed By chrismR6200KT - Pocono Mountains Region, United States

Fascinating back story to the flood that killed more than 2,200 people. Wish it actually had even more on display (especially about the flood of 1977) but what it does offer is a detailed look at the events leading up to, the day of and the recovery from the flood of 1889 that left 27,000 people homeless and killed thousands. Informative displays and a good place to visit ahead of the National Park dedicated to the flood.

8. Heritage Discovery Center

201 6th Ave, Johnstown, PA 15906-2500 +1 814-539-1889 [email protected] http://www.jaha.org/attractions/heritage-discovery-center/
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4.5 based on 95 reviews

Heritage Discovery Center

The Heritage Discovery Center's exhibits include America: Through Immigrant Eyes, which tells a national story in a local setting -- the story of late 19th century immigration from Europe; and the Iron & Steel Gallery, which vividly explains the story of the steel industry in Johnstown. The third floor is devoted to the Johnstown Children's Museum, where kids can learn through play about this region's ecology, history, geography and more. Welcome!

Reviewed By 631gailb

Take a self-paced walk back in time to learn about the history of immigration to the Johnstown area and the making of steel and its effects on the lives of those who lived here from the 1800's and beyond. You will learn a lot about your heritage - especially if your relatives lived in this area. You won't want to miss what should be an award-winning documentary on the steel industry. There are many mini-museums within this one building including a fascinating learn and play area for children. A visit to the Heritage Discovery Center is well worth your time and a very interesting experience for all.

9. The Westmoreland Museum of American Art

221 N Main St, Greensburg, PA 15601-1808 +1 724-837-1500 [email protected] http://thewestmoreland.org
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

The Westmoreland Museum of American Art

The Westmoreland Museum of American Art is located just 35 miles east of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in the heart of historic Greensburg, tucked amidst the breathtaking Laurel Highlands. The Westmoreland is a regional museum with a national presence. But, it's more than a museum. It's a destination that presents a unique look at American life. Built to inspire and engage, it's a place for people from all corners of the world to gather and experience American art. The Westmoreland's collection includes works by major artists from four centuries. It also captures the region's rich agrarian and industrial past by placing local history within the greater context of our nation. The Museum is home to more than 3,400 objects of fine and decorative American art, including a new collection of post-1950 artwork. And, every work of art has a story to tell. After a dramatic renovation and expansion, The "New" Westmoreland has become a true 21st century museum with increased gallery and education spaces, enhanced community-oriented programming, and an architecturally-dynamic and LEED-certified new wing to feature traveling exhibitions. Visitors to The "New" Westmoreland will build a deeper relationship with the Museum's diverse collection, and develop a deeper appreciation for American art.

Reviewed By 809dottyb - Pittsburgh, United States

Beautiful hidden gem! Loved seeing the Warhol and all of the Southwestern PA art. The docents were lovely and knowledgeable and extremely helpful.

10. Glades Pike Winery

2208 Glades Pike, Somerset, PA 15501-8516 +1 814-445-3753 http://gladespikewinery.com/
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4.5 based on 96 reviews

Glades Pike Winery

Reviewed By katw756 - Somerset, United States

I was on a girl days out to celebrate a friend's birthday. We stopped here to listen to the live band and had some good wine slushies. Plan to back next summer.

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