JOURNEY TO A TOWN WE CALL HOME
PHOTO: RICK WALKER
Huntingdon is one of Pennsylvania’s best examples of what small towns can be, and we are proud to call it our home. Juniata College is a commonwealth within a commonwealth. Just as Juniata is a community of faculty, staff, students, and alumni who know and care about each other, members of the Huntingdon community contribute to the health and vitality of the town and surrounding area in which they live, work, and play. Many Huntingdon residents work here at Juniata as the College is the county’s third largest employer. We asked our admission officers to share with you some of their favorite spots in and around Huntingdon. Enjoy your time here!
“A wonderful perk of living and attending college
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in this area is the abundance of locally grown food. The Huntingdon Farmers’ Market is a great way to get locally grown, organic food, especially for students looking to
To the Farmers’ Market and Portstown Park from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn right onto Penn St. (PA 26 S) (.2 mi) Just beyond the overpass, destination and parking lot will be on the left.
supplement their meal plan.”
“Huntingdon is a community where people know and genuinely care about the well-being of their
—Kaleigh Domanick ’19 admission counselor
neighbors and give generously in whatever way they can. This generosity is what distinguishes Huntingdon from other communities and makes it such a special place to live and raise a family.” —Rob Yelnosky ’85
Allegheny St., Huntingdon
director of enrollment research and technology
To Standing Stone Coffee Company from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.6 mi) Turn right onto 12th St. (.1 mi) Turn right onto Mifflin St. (.1 mi) Destination will be on the right. Adjacent parking lot and street parking available on both sides. 1229 Mifflin St., Huntingdon
“Hiking Thousand Steps is a great workout, and I love stopping at scenic points along the way. It’s part of the Standing Stone trail, which was named Pennsylvania’s Trail of the Year.” —Theresa Joson
“I’m obsessed with the coffee at Standing Stone Coffee Company. It’s close to campus, affordable, and they sell a product that would put any coffee shop in Seattle to shame. The barista always knows my order, and it’s the kind of place where you’ll often see professors meeting with students on one of their comfy couches.” —Fernando Gomes assistant dean of admission
admission counselor
To Thousand Steps from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn left onto Penn St. (.2 mi) Continue straight to stay on Penn St. (.8 mi) Slight right onto US-22 E (8.4 mi) Destination will be on the left. William Penn Highway, Mapleton
“My favorite has always been and continues to be Boxer’s—from when I was a Juniata student to now! It is traditionally our go-to spot when my family is in town.” —Brittany DeHaven ’09 senior associate dean of admission
To Boxer’s Café from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn left onto Penn St. (.4 mi) Destination and street parking will be on the right. 410 Penn St., Huntingdon
“I love renting kayaks at Rothrock Outfitters and taking a ride with family and friends down the Juniata River. There is abundant wildlife, including eagles!” —Terri Bollman-Dalansky ’85
To Rothrock Outfitters from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn left onto Penn St. (.3 mi) Destination and street parking will be on the right. 418 Penn St., Huntingdon
senior associate dean of admission
To Stone Town Café & Gallery from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.6 mi) Turn right onto 12th St. (.1 mi) Turn left onto Washington St. (.6 mi) Destination and street parking will be on the right. 511 Washington St., Huntingdon
“I love the fresh baked cupcakes and the different specialty flavors they feature every day. It’s hard to eat just one!” —Molly Thompson associate dean of admission
To Sweethearts Confectionery from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.6 mi) Turn right onto 12th St. (.1 mi) Turn left onto Washington St. (.4 mi) Destination and street parking will be on the left.
“Stone Town makes me feel so cozy. I especially like being surrounded by local arts and crafts, while enjoying a huge breakfast.” —Kat Swantak assistant dean of admission
723 Washington St., Huntingdon
To Ridenour Overlook from Juniata: “When you emerge from the “Whether it’s taking a boat out on the lake, lying on the beach, or feeding the abundance of fish, I love to go to Seven Points Marina and just relax.” —Alisha Boerstler assistant dean of admission
To Seven Points Marina from Juniata: Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn right onto Penn St. (.2 mi) Continue straight onto Fairgrounds Rd (2.9 mi) Turn left onto PA 26 S (4.3 mi) Turn left onto Logging Rd./Seven Points Rd (5.5 mi) Follow Seven Points Rd to destination and parking on right. 5922 Seven Points Marina Dr., Hesston
woods to the overlook, you are greeted by a gorgeous view of Raystown Lake, one of the most beautiful views in central Pennsylvania.” —Steven Simons senior associate dean of admission and marketing
Head South on Moore St. toward 17th St. (.8 mi) Turn right onto 7th St. (.2 mi) Turn left onto Penn St. (.2 mi) Turn right onto 4th St. (.2 mi) Turn left onto Rt 22 E (.8 mi) Turn right onto Snyders Run Rd. (.4 mi) Turn left onto Henderson Hollow Rd (.4 mi) Turn right to stay on Henderson Hollow Rd. and continue straight (2.4 mi) Turn left onto Henderson Overlook Rd (1 mi) Destination and parking will be on the left.