By Nicholas Katers
Monroeville Pennsylvania Tourism
Visitors to the Pittsburgh metro area should consider day trips to nearby Monroeville, Pennsylvania. This small community is home to historical attractions, special events and shops without the traffic of a major city.
Monroeville Mall
Monroeville Mall features 180 retail outlets anchored by JCPenney and Macy's. The mall hosts back-to-school, holiday and summer events for the entire family.
Alpine Park
Alpine Park in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, is home to a half-mile hiking trail built as part of an Eagle Scout project.
McGinley House
McGinley House is an 1850s farmhouse preserved by the municipality's Historical Society for public viewing. The house features ovens, furniture and a piano dating back to the 1840s.
Hartwood Music & Dance Festival
The Hartwood Music & Dance Festival takes place each Sunday during the summer at the Hartwood Mansion. This festival offers free concerts from local musicians and nationally touring bands.
Little Stone Bridge
The Little Stone Bridge is a former wagon bridge dating back to the early 19th century. Visitors learn about the Little Stone Bridge's origins from a Monroeville Historical Society display.
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About the Author:
Nicholas Katers has been a freelance writer since 2006. He teaches American history at Carroll University in Waukesha, Wis. His past works include articles for "CCN Magazine," "The History Teacher" and "The Internationalist" magazine. Katers holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in American history from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, respectively.
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