Things To Do
Downtown Bedford
A charming small-town center with boutiques, antique shops, cafés, ice cream spots, and historic architecture. This is about a 20 minute drive from the venue.
Old Bedford Village
This is an open-air living history museum that recreates a rural Pennsylvania village from the late 18th and early 19th centuries, featuring restored buildings, costumed interpreters, and demonstrations that bring early American life and craftsmanship to life. This is about a 20 minute drive from the venue.
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
This is a quiet, scenic park marking the birthplace of President James Buchanan, featuring a stone monument, walking paths, picnic areas, and peaceful natural surroundings ideal for a brief, reflective stop. This is about a 25 minute drive from the venue.
Shawnee State Park
This is a scenic outdoor park known for its wooded mountains, hiking trails, and lake views, offering opportunities for walking, picnicking, fishing, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Allegheny Mountains. This is about a 25 minute drive from the venue
Giant Quarter
A quirky roadside attraction — a 20-foot-wide sculpture of a U.S. quarter featuring George Washington’s profile created by students as part of the Lincoln Highway Heritage Corridor’s Roadside Giants project. It stands near the entrance to the Down River Golf Course along historic Route 30, serving as a fun photo stop and example of local craftsmanship and Americana whimsy. This is about a 10 minute drive from the venue.
The Big Coffee Pot
This is a quirky roadside landmark shaped like a giant coffee pot, originally built in the 1920s as a diner and now a beloved symbol of Bedford’s Lincoln Highway history and classic Americana. This is about a 20 minute drive from the venue.
National Museum of the American Coverlet
This is a museum that preserves and showcases historic American woven coverlets, highlighting the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural stories behind these intricately patterned textiles through thoughtfully curated, rotating exhibits. This Museum is about a 25 minute drive from the venue.
Flight 93 National Memorial
Looking to venture a little further out? The Flight 93 National Memorial honors the passengers and crew of United Flight 93, who courageously acted to stop a terrorist attack on September 11, 2001. Set in a peaceful landscape, the memorial offers a powerful place of reflection, remembrance, and tribute to their bravery and sacrifice. This is about 50 minutes west of the venue.
