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Bellefonte has many opportunities to learn about its unique history and to enjoy innovative art and culture. From museums and historic sites to venues and events featuring local music, arts and crafts, you’ll find these learning experiences downtown and in the surrounding area.

Self Guided Tours

Historic Places

You don’t have to be a history buff to enjoy the evidence of Bellefonte’s storied past in its beautiful architecture and well-preserved historic locations. Take a self-guided tour, stop into one of several museums or enjoy a scenic drive through town and the surrounding valley. Art lovers will find something to love at the Bellefonte Art Museum, located downtown, featuring rotating exhibits and a permanent exhibit displaying Bellefonte’s role in the Underground Railroad.

North Star Sculpture by Joe Beddall Announcement Ceremony March 21, 2024 @ 1:00 p.m.

March 17th, 2024|Categories: Attractions, Eat, Featured, General, Learn, Things To Do|

The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County is pleased to announce the installation of the “North Star” sculpture by artist Joe Beddall. The sculpture is installed in the museum’s adjacent courtyard located at 133 N ...

Centred Outdoors’ announces Outdoor Leadership Cohort

March 14th, 2024|Categories: Bellefonte Stories, Featured, General, Learn, Live, Organizations and Clubs|

Centred Outdoors is committed to making the outdoors more accessible and inclusive for all, including the next generation of leaders who pave the way. This scholarship program provides diverse individuals ...

Step back in time with Eagle Iron Works & Curtin Village

February 24th, 2024|Categories: Featured, Historical Places, History, Things To Do|

- by Sean Yoder Travelers can explore museums and historical sites in Happy Valley that showcase Happy Valley's rich history. The Delaware, Shawnee, Mingo, and Iroquois tribes made their ...

Journey Into Bellefonte’s Past

February 23rd, 2024|Categories: Featured, General, Historical People, Historical Places, Historical Tours, Learn|

– by David L. Williams From the beautiful Victorian homes to the sites enshrined in the National Register of Historic Places, nearly everywhere you turn in Bellefonte, you can see traces ...

The January business owners meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 31st, at 8:30 AM at SpringBoard.

January 29th, 2024|Categories: Featured, General, Learn, Organizations and Clubs|

The Bellefonte business owner’s meetings for 2024 are moving to a quarterly schedule for 2024. The meetings will occur on the last Wednesday of the first month of each quarter: ...

Uncover the beauty of Happy Valley with the help of The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau

November 10th, 2023|Categories: Featured, General, Learn, Play, Shopping, Things To Do|

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau is your gateway to uncovering the beauty and history of this vibrant region. With three visitor information centers at your service, we're here to make ...

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