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Westmoreland, Somerset and Fayette Counties (Laurel Highlands)

 
 
Ace Axe Throwing

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From the creators of the #1 ranked Escape Room Pittsburgh comes Ace Axe Throwing. Nestled in the 100 year old “bank lobby”, Ace Axe Throwing is one of pittsburgh’s most unique axe throwing spots. While the sport has roots in Canada, it has been gaining popularity in the US for the last few years. Ace Axe Throwing is proud to share the fun with adults in the Pittsburgh Area in a very safe and fun atmosphere. Grab some friends, clients or colleagues, some food and drink. Weather you have experience or not, you will leave an Ace Axe Thrower!

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Located in the south suburbs of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

 

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Carnegie Museum of Natural History 

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Carnegie Museum of Natural History, one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh, is among the top natural history museums in the country. It maintains, preserves, and interprets an extraordinary collection of artifacts, objects, and scientific specimens used to broaden understanding of evolution, conservation, and biodiversity.

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Located east of downtown Pittsburgh, Allegeheny County

 

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David Bradford House

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This stone house, built in 1788, was home to attorney David Bradford, a leader in the Whiskey Rebellion. Today, this beautifully restored and furnished National Historic Landmark is open year-round for group tours.  The museum includes an 18th century garden and replica log kitchen cabin.  Visitors of all ages enjoy visiting this house.  The most common visitor question is "Why is Alexander Hamilton's portrait hanging upside down?"  Don't you want to find out the answer?

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Located west of Pittsburgh, Washington County

 

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Duquesne Incline

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Serving tourists and commuters since 1877...

Scale the wooded slopes of Mt. Washington in beautifully restored cable cars used by commuters since 1877. Enjoy a panoramic view of Pittsburgh, peruse a pictorial history of the Steel City, watch the original hoisting equipment in operation from the viewing platform, and visit the gift shop. Free parking is available at the lower station at 1197 West Carson Street.

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Located in the South Side section of downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

 

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Escape Room Pittsburgh

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Escape Room Pittsburgh is the cities first and highest ranked immersive puzzle game. With three scenarios to choose from on the “vault” level of our renovated bank (and yes, you do have to escape from the actual bank vault), Escape Room Pittsburgh has set the bar for what an escape room should be. Teams will be tested to use their surroundings, cleverness, and problem solving skills to escape the room by hunting for clues and gadgets to find their way out of each  scenario. Escape in time to get your team some well deserved bragging rights. Check out our Greenfield location for 2 additional scenarios and even more fun!  

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Located in the south suburbs of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

 

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Frank Lloyd Wright's House on Kentuck Knob
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Designed on a hexagonal module, Kentuck Knob is a one-story Usonian house - a signature design of Wright. Both dramatic and serene, Kentuck Knob is situated just below the crest of a hill and appears almost part of the mountain itself. Additional attractions for the visitor include sculptures by contemporary artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Sir Anthony Caro, Harry Bertoia, and many others. Kentuck Knob is open for tours March - December!

Please visit kentuckknob.com for more information about our tours, or call 724-329-1901.

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Located south of Pittsburgh in the Laurel Highlands, Fayette County

 

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Gateway Clipper Fleet

 

For the best in Pittsburgh Riverboat Tours, cruise with Gateway Clipper Fleet. For over 50 years we have been sailing the Three Rivers hosting Pittsburgh Sightseeing and Dining Cruises. We also present breathtaking Pittsburgh Weddings, elegant Corporate Outings, and fun School & Social Events with the picturesque city skyline as the backdrop. Join us and experience the best Pittsburgh tours. It only happens out on the water!

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Located in the South Side section of downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Go Ape Treetop Adventure

 

So much more than a simple zip line canopy tour, the Go Ape North Park course is a fully immersive outdoor experience. Go Ape features 5 action packed treetop obstacle course sections, leading you higher into the forest canopy. Guests will navigate 41 exciting crossings like, the Pirates Crossing, Chantemerle Bridge, 2 Tarzan swings and 5 exhilarating zip lines. When you Go Ape you get an outdoor adventure worth talking about!

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Located in the North Hills Suburbs oPittsburgh, Allegheny County

 

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Chrissy Ludwikowski
991 Tennis Court Road, Allison Park, PA 15101
Chrissy.Ludwikowski@goape.com
www.goape.com

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Heinz Memorial Chapel

 

Heinz Memorial Chapel was a gift to the University of Pittsburgh from HJ Heinz, the founder of the Heinz Company. Featuring intricate stone and wood carvings, a powerful pipe organ, and some of the tallest stained glass windows in the world, a guided visit to Heinz Memorial Chapel is sure to wow your group. Easy walking distance to museums, attractions and restaurants within the Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, the Chapel fits well into many different itineraries. In addition to guided visits, groups can schedule an organ concert, an in-depth tour and talk with the Chapel historian or a performance opportunity.

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Located East of Downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Kennywood Park

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Kennywood is America’s Finest Traditional Amusement Park! The Pittsburgh-area park offers a unique mix of modern thrills and classic rides, including six roller coasters, a 14-ride Kiddieland, and several attractions that cannot be found anywhere else. Founded as a trolley park in 1898 and named a National Historic Landmark in 1987, Kennywood provides unforgettable fun for all ages. Enjoy everything from tasty funnel cakes and Deep-Fried Oreos to Kennywood’s world-famous Potato Patch fries!

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Located in the South East Suburbs of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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National Aviary

 

Travel a world of birds at the National Aviary! Visit and interact with over 600 exotic and endangered birds in natural habitats at your nation's official birdhouse.

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The National Aviary is America's only nationally-designated indoor bird habitat. Located in West Park on Pittsburgh's historic North Side, the National Aviary's large walk-through exhibits create an experience unlike any other – an intimate, up close interaction between visitors and free-flying birds. 

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Located in the North Side of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Pennsylvania Trolley Museum

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Take a ride into the past where you can actually see and ride vintage streetcars! Admission includes 4-mile ride, guided tour, exhibits, film and picnic area.

Take a ride into the past at the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum!  Imagine a Museum where visitors are actually encouraged to touch the exhibits and ride in them too! We are a lot more than a trolley ride; our museum guides will put the trolley in its historical context and explain what life was like 50-100 years ago. 

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Located west of Pittsburgh, Washington County

Pittsburgh Cultural District

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We are your showplace for Groups!

1500+ Performances, Custom Catering, Backstage Tours, Master Classes, Talkbacks, Workshops, Special Events and more!

The Cultural District in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh is a vibrant arts and entertainment center, featuring 20 galleries, 30 dining establishments and 7 world-class theaters! With 6 presenting and producing cultural organizations working together the curtain is always up in the Cultural District.

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Located in downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Click Read More to find out about our Presenting Organizations

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Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium

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Every visit is a wild new adventure at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. From adorable to awe-inspiring, visitors are sure to roar for more after a day with our animals. Situated on 77-acres in Pittsburgh’s Highland Park neighborhood, the Zoo features approximately 4,000 mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and amphibians from all corners of the world. This eclectic collection of animals is featured in naturalistic habitats representative of each species’ often exotic native ranges. Open 362 days a year, the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium offers a dazzling look at animals from around the world. Visit pittsburghzoo.org for more information.

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Located East of Downtown Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Katie Dudas
412-781-5885

Katie@ScareHouse.com

www.ScareHouse.com

ScareHouse

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ScareHouse is a haunted house that is moving to a new location in 2020.

Currently you can visit our, Scream District in the Strip District. An 18+ attraction called The Basement and a thrilling escape room called Stalked by a Killer

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Located in the Strip District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Senator John Heinz History Center

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Explore Pittsburgh's rich tradition of innovation and discover 250 years of Western Pennsylvania History at the Senator John Heinz History Center, Pennsylvania's largest history museum and a proud affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution

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Located in the Strip District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County

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Fort Pitt Museum

Meadowcroft Rockshelter and History Village

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West Overton Village & Museums

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West Overton Museums, located in Scottdale, is the only pre-Civil War Village completely in-tact in Pennsylvania. The birthplace of coal and coke magnate, Henry Clay Frick also features the historic Mennonite homestead of Abraham Overholt. It includes the original distillery building where Old Farm Pure Rye Whiskey was produced.

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Located south of Pittsburgh in the Laurel Highlands, Westmorland County

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