Bellefonte

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Guided Outing at Talleyrand Park, June 13

There is always something new to discover at Talleyrand Park in downtown Historic Bellefonte. Many are familiar with the gazebo, ducks, and playground here, but can you find the sculpture garden, edible landscape garden, and the bridge that connects the two main areas of the park?

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Bellefonte, PA Guide: What to Do, Where to Eat, and Where to Stay

Bellefonte is a quaint little town about 20 minutes northeast of State College with plenty of character. Stay at one of the bed & breakfasts within walking distance to many of the attractions and restaurants. Come experience the town that produced five different PA governors!

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Bellefonte: Happy Valley’s gateway to outdoor recreation

The town of Bellefonte is a top destination to sip, stay, and play in Pennsylvania. Located in the scenic Pennsylvania Wilds region, just a short drive from State College and the main campus of Penn State, this historic town (established in 1795) has a long and proud history of hosting guests and boasts a charming Victorian-era historic district, museums, art galleries, dining options, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the mountains and valleys around the town. Every year, more people discover just how much there is to do in Bellefonte and promise to return for more great experiences. Just consider the options for things to do in the great outdoors around Bellefonte.

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

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 Allegheny St, in Bellefonte, PA. The project was supported by 3 DOTS in downtown State College with the Awesome Grant, a monthly $1000 award promoting local arts. Their mission also aims to inspire a more vibrant community by elevating the humanities, cultivating innovative experiences, and offering an inclusive public space for civic engagement.

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Journey Into Bellefonte’s Past

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 of the rich history of our community. Local Historia, a group with a “passion for local history, community, and preservation,” is a terrific source for finding out more about this history, and one of their most important recent projects is their tour, “The Underground Railroad in Bellefonte, PA.”

The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau publishes up-to-date event information at HappyValley.com/events