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Professional Affiliations --------------------------------------------------- 3 Transportation ---------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Driving Directions ----------------------------------------------------------- 5 Meeting Facilities ----------------------------------------------------------- 6-15 Unique Venues ---------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Green Meeting Facilities --------------------------------------------------- 17 Out of the Ordinary --------------------------------------------------------- 18 Team Building Activities ------------------------------------------------ 19 Meeting Space & Catering ------------------------------------------------ 20 For Your Smaller Meeting Needs ------------------------------------- 21 Central PA Tasting Trail--------------------------------------------------- 22-23 After Your Meeting ----------------------------------------------------- 24-25 Festivals & Special Events------------------------------------------------- 26 Central PA Tour Roar Explore--------------------------------------------- 27
State College is the perfect place to hold your next meeting, convention or event. The Centre region is home to Penn State University, award-winning hotels, meeting and conference centers, and boasts one of the largest adventure-based team building courses on the East Coast. “Meet in the middle” as Central Pennsylvania is convenient driving distance from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore; while University Park Airport offers daily flights in and out of State College. But who says your time here has to be all work and no play? After your meeting, downtown State College offers a vibrant nightlife, theaters, shopping, museums, attractions and concerts. You can keep up with your active lifestyle during your conference on nearby cycling trails, running trails, golf courses, fishing and kayaking streams! Whether you’re planning a meeting for 10 people or an event for as many as 16,000, the Central PA Convention & Visitors Bureau is your one stop resource for all your needs - we’ll help you find the perfect facilities, accommodations, activities and more! • • • • • • •
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Professional Affiliations
SPORTS:
GROUP TOURS:
• • • • • •
• Pennsylvania Bus Association (PBA) • Maryland Bus Association (MBA) • American Bus Association (ABA)
Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) National Association of Sports Commisions (NASC) Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society (PRPS) United State Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Amateur Softball Association (ASA) PA Sports
TRAVEL ASSOCIATIONS: • Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI) • Pennsylvania Association of Travel & Tourism (PATT) • Mid Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance (MATPRA)
MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS: • • • • • •
American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Middle Pennsylvania Meeting Professionals International (MPMPI) Pennsylvania Society of Association Executives (PASAE) Religious Conference Management Association (RCMA) Association of Meeting Professionals (AMP)
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Transportation Air Service University Park Airport is located five miles from downtown State College and the Penn State campus. Private or charter aircraft may fly into University Park Airport. Please call (814) 865-5511 to make arrangements. There are facilities for overnight accommodations, fuel and maintenance services for aircraft. Other area airports include Harrisburg International Airport, located 90 miles from State College. University Park Airport/Centre County Airport Authority....(814) 237-2011 Harrisburg International Airport ........................................ 888-235-9442 Delta ............................................................................................. 800-225-2525 US Airways Express ................................................................. 800-428-4322 United Express .......................................................................... 800-241-6522
Fly in and out of The University Park Airport
Motorcoach Fullington Trailways and Greyhound Lines connections are available to and from State College. CATA is available for local service CATA: Centre Area Transportation Authority................. (814 ) 238-2282 Fullington Trailways ...............................................................(814) 238-1100 Greyhound Bus Lines ............................................................(814) 238-7971 Fullington VIP Limousine ......................................................(800) 435-6556 Railway State College is serviced by AMTRAK via stations in Harrisburg, Altoona, Lewistown Amtrak ........................................................................................(800) 872-7245
Fullington Trailways offers trollies and limosines
Rental Cars Avis Rent-A-Car, University Park Airport ..........................(814) 237-9750 Hertz Rent-A-Car......................................................................(814) 237-1728 Enterprise Rent-A-Car.............................................................(814) 238-4450 Taxis AA Taxi Inc...................................................................................(814) 231-8294 Golden Taxi.................................................................................(814) 355-2200 Handy Delivery Taxi.................................................................(814) 353-6001 Nittany Express Airport Shuttle..........................................(814) 867-4646 Diamond Limousine...............................................................(814) 364-1960 VIP Limo (Fullington).............................................................(800) 435-6556 Nittany Express.........................................................................(814) 867-4646 Pedi-Cab Service Vamos! Lion Chariot ................................................................(814) 404-2782
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Vamos! Lion Chariot pedi--cabs is a fun way to get around town
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Driving Directions
Getting here has never been easier! From New York City - I-80 West. In PA, exit from I-80 (the Keystone Shortway) at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College. From Philadelphia - Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-80. Take Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College. -OR- Take Philadelphia Schuylkill Expressway to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, leave the Turnpike at Exit #247 (Harrisburg East), and follow I-283 to I-83 and proceed North on I-83 to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 West Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 through Lewistown to State College.
From Washington D.C. - Take Route 270 to Frederick then Route 70 to Breezewood - PA turnpike (Exit #161) and go one Exit West to Bedford (Exit #146); Take I-99 North to Rt. 220 to Route 322 East to State College. -OR- Take I-95 or the Baltimore-Washington Parkway to Baltimore, West loop I-695 to I-83 North. Continue on I-83 North to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 to Lewistown and State College.
From the West - Take I-80 to Exit #123 (Woodland) just East of Clearfield, then Route 322 East to State College. -OR- One may also Exit I-80 at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College.
From Pittsburgh - Follow Route 22 East to Duncansville, I-99/Route 220 North to Route 322 East to Mt. Nittany Expressway/State College.-OR- Follow Route 22 East beyond Duncansville to Water Street, Route 45 East to Pine Grove Mills and Route 26 North to State College.
DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES: City
Miles
City
Miles
Baltimore
155
Harrisburg
88
Philadelphia
200
Pittsburgh
140
Washington, DC
210
New York City
252
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Meeting Facilities:
Bryce Jordan Center Bryce Jordan Center
127 Bryce Jordan Center, University Park, PA 16802 (814) 863-5500 • FAX (814) 863-5705 • www.bjc.psu.edu We are proud to present the Bryce Jordan Center at Penn State University. It is designed to be the most convenient and accommodating convocation and events center of its class. Location The Bryce Jordan Center, located on the campus of the Pennsylvania State University, is centrally located within the state of Pennsylvania and is the only entertainment facility of its size in the region. Accessible by air and land; adjacent to Penn State’s Beaver Stadium, within walking distance from Center campus or Downtown State College. Accommodations The Bryce Jordan Center hosts groups from 10 to 15,000; Fashioned to host small to large conventions with a combined meeting space of 78,120 sq. ft., sporting events, trade shows (over 360 exhibit booths), banquets for over 1,600; The 15,000-seat Bryce Jordan Center hosts circuses, sports exhibitions, family shows, commencements, lectures, and Big Ten Basketball, as well as some of the top-name performers in the music entertainment industry. Dining/Entertainment On-site dining accommodated through our own in-house catering; we will cater any size group; tremendous variety of menu items and pricing structures to meet any budget and style. Event and theme decorating available; Major entertainment facility hosting national and international entertainers, sporting events and family shows; Entertainment schedules and tickets are available by calling (814) 865-5555 or through our web site at www.bjc.psu.edu. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Seating Name of Room
Dim.
SQ. FT.
Theatre
Rec.
Banq.
Ex. Bths. 8x10
Conference Wing: A
24’ x 36’
864
63
123
50
6
B
34’ x 42’
1,428
112
204
80
12
C
42’ x 50’
2,100
150
300
120
14
D
30’ x 36’
1,080
77
154
60
10
E
28’ x 40’
1,120
84
160
65
6
F Arena: Floor
28’ x 40’
1,120
84
160
65
6
236’ x 130’
30,680
2,200
4,000
1,440
168
Seats
14,000
N/A
Concourse View
200
N/A
640
84
Concourse
56
South Annex: Floor
6
165’ x 105’
17,325
1,100
2,475
Services/Facilities/Shops Portable staging; Rigging; Productions and Promoter Offices; 12 star dressing and locker rooms; Green Room; Press Room with secure data lines and wireless options; Spotlights; Sound System; HD Message Screens; Customer Relations; Penn State souvenirs and event merchandise for sale in merchandise stands throughout the Concourse area. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Access to all Penn State campus recreational and cultural facilities including swimming, tennis, golf, art museums, theatres and shops. Amusement parks, boating and skiing are within a 5 to 30 mile radius.
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The Atherton Hotel The Atherton Hotel
125 South Atherton Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 231-2100 For Reservations: 800-832-0132 www.athertonhotel.net Location Conveniently located in the heart of vibrant and charming downtown State College, PA. The hotel is one block from Penn State’s Campus on business route 322 and within walking distance or a short ride to all Penn State venues including The Lion Shrine, Pegula Ice Arena, Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium and downtown businesses, restaurants, and shops. Accommodations State College’s premier boutique hotel offers 150 comfortably and traditionally decorated guest rooms including ten 2-room suites with living room, kitchenette, and a 3 bedroom VIP suite. All guest rooms feature large working desk, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, Keurig coffee maker, hair dryer, full size iron and ironing board, alarm clock radio, cable television on flat screen tvs, on demand in-theatre movies and tv shows, Room Service, complimentary shoe shine service, same day dry cleaning and laundry service. Dining/Entertainment Full service Tarragon Restaurant features a variety of delicious, homemade selections, for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and Room Service. Featuring daily specials for dinner including fresh fish, USDA Prime Beef, and a Classic All-American Menu, Tarragon is open daily for cheerful, quick, homemade full-service hot breakfast as well as quick pickup to-go items for those in a hurry in the mornings. Rumors Lounge, a quiet upscale conversation bar, offers daily drink and snack specials as well as a full lunch and dinner menu. Services/Facilities/Shops The Banquet and Catering Department offers full service banquet and wedding menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and breaks for meetings scheduled in any one of our meeting spaces or ballroom. Complete banquet facilities include 8,500 sq. ft. of meeting space for groups up to 500 guests including complete audio/visual inventory, high speed wireless internet access, business services and meeting planning services. Complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Award-winning golf courses two miles from hotel, downtown theatres, sports arenas and nightlife all within walking distance to the hotel. Guests also can enjoy the use of an on-site fitness room as well as complimentary access to Lion Heart Fitness, The Athletic Club, and Penn State’s Pool and Swimming Facility.
Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room
Cap.
SQ. FT.
Dim.
Ceiling
Regency A
120
1425
26.5’ x 54’
10’
Regency B
120
1425
26.5’ x 54’
10’
Regency Ballroom
250
2850
53’ x 54’
10’
Vanderbilt
100
1100
25’ x 44’
10’
Executive Boardroom
40
550
25’ x 22’
10’
Carnegie
15
200
13’ x 15’
9’
Whitney
40
420
20’ x 21’
10’
Tarragon
74
2335
32’ x 33’
9.5’
Rumors
43
1055
32’ x 33’
9.5’
Upper Lobby
250
1100
26’ x 42’
9.5’
Regency A Lobby
100
1100
61’ x 18’
9.5’
Regency B Lobby
100
625
48’ x 13’
10’
Guest Room
30
225
19’ x 12’
8’
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Days Inn Penn State Days Inn Penn State
240 South Pugh Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-8454 • 800-258-DAYS (3297) E-Mail: sales@centrehotel.com • www.lioncountrylodging.com Location Conveniently located in the “Heart of Downtown” State College just 1 block from the Penn State campus, shopping, dining and entertainment, 2 miles from Penn State conference facilities, 1 mile from Beaver Stadium and the Bryce Jordan Center, 2 miles from Science Park, 90 miles from Harrisburg International Airport, 15 miles south of I-80. Free airport shuttle service from University Park Airport (5 miles). Accommodations A 6-story atrium hotel with 186 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including two suites. Rooms featuring desks, refrigerators, iron and ironing boards, hairdryers, AM/FM alarm clocks, remote control HDTV, with non-smoking and wheelchair accessible rooms available. Our Days Inn Business Place level rooms are designed for the business traveler with upscale appointments featuring king-size beds, refrigerators, microwaves, complimentary highspeed wireless Internet, oversized desks, coffee makers, and complimentary daily newspapers. Pet friendly rooms are available. Dining/Entertainment Mad Mex Restaurant and Lounge offering casual dining and serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and libations. A seasonal patio makes Mad Mex a State College favorite for open air dining. Room service is also available. Brewsky’s Bottle Shop, conveniently located on premise, sells 6 packs, 12 packs or individual bottles of beer, wine coolers, sodas, and snacks to carry out. Days Inn Penn State is just steps away from a variety of downtown shops, local attractions and nightlife. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room
Seating Dim.
Town Square Atrium
Irregular
Centre Commons
50’ x 100’
Banq.
Class.
Theatre
Rec. 400
300/400
250
580
600
Willow
32’ x 22’
40/70
36
60
80
Sylvan
50’ x 26’
60/110
60
120
100
Centre
50’ x 26’
60/110
60
120
100
Arbor
50’ x 26’
60/110
60
120
100
Linden
27’ x 49’
80/90
60
100
125
Grove
27’ x 21’
40/48
30
45
50
Madison (Boardroom)
12’ x 24’
12
Holmes and Foster
24’ x 24’
24/44
24
40
50
Logan and Harris
24’ x 24’
24/44
24
40
50
Restaurant
53’ x 61’
88
185
Services/Facilities/Shops Professional staff and on-site catering services providing complete and detailed conference, meeting, banquet and wedding planning with facilities available to accommodate up to 600 persons. Conference and meeting amenities include large 4 section meeting room and 7 breakout rooms, complete audio-visual inventory, high-speed wired and wireless Internet access to all conference rooms, pleasant and relaxing Town Square Atrium with Victorian gazebo, business center, village clock, waterfall and arbor. Ample free parking available. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Heated indoor swimming pool and modern exercise equipment in our on-site fitness center. Close to golf courses, Tussey Mountain skiing, Penn State sports activities, Bryce Jordan Center, Beaver Stadium, museums and theaters. Just a short drive to historic Boalsburg, Pennsylvania Military Museum, and Columbus Chapel, historic Bellefonte, Tallyrand Park and Curtin Village (10 miles); Penns Cave, wineries, glider rides and state parks.
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Hilton Garden Inn Hilton Garden Inn
1221 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801 (814) 272-1221 • 866-204-1221 Email: scest-salesadm@hilton.com www.lioncountrylodging.com Location Conveniently located 1/4 mile off 322 Bypass on Route 26S (College Avenue). 1/2 mile from Penn State University, Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver Stadium. Courtesy shuttle van to and from University Park airport. Accommodations Offering 103 spacious guest rooms including 8 suites full of thoughtful amenities. Guest rooms feature large work desks, high-speed internet access, two dual-line speaker phones with voicemail and data ports, microwave ovens, refrigerators, coffee makers, hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, alarm clock radios, cable televisions, guest laundry, dry-cleaning services, and complimentary daily newspapers. Complimentary Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel. Dining/Entertainment Full service restaurant offers a variety of delicious menu selections for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a full service bar. Pavilion Lounge with double-sided fireplace, casual seating and access to our terrace patio for warm weather gatherings. Services/Facilities/Shops Our in-house catering professionals provide breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack options for meetings served in our Director’s Boardroom or College Hall. College Hall opens onto a brick patio for use as a social area in warm weather. For conferences, meetings, and weddings, the 2,350 square feet of divisible meeting and banquet space to accommodate up to 135 guests features high-speed internet access with wireless option, complete audiovisual inventory, fax and phone lines. 24-hour Pavilion Pantry convenience mart and access to the complimentary Business Center complete with fax machine, printer and photocopier. Ample free parking is available. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool and state-of-the-art fitness equipment in our on-site fitness center. Hilton Garden Inn is just a 1-mile drive to Downtown restaurants, shopping, theatre and nightlife and minutes from Penn State University’s Bryce Jordan Center and Beaver Stadium. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Room
Dim.
Banq.
Class.
Theatre
Rec.
Nittany Room
25’ x 35’
50
30
60
70
Tussey Room
25’ x 35’
50
30
60
70
College Hall
35’ x 50’
100/135
84
125
150
Directors Boardroom
Irregular
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Meeting Facilities: Hyatt Place State College Hyatt Place State College
Brand new to State College! 219 West Beaver Avenue, State College, PA 16801 (814) 470-1592 • 800-596-3793 www.statecollege.place.hyatt.com Location Newest hotel, located in the heart of downtown, in the new Fraser Centre along with Target, H&M and Federal Taphouse restaurant. Our hotel is steps away from Penn State University and walking distance of numerous local dining and shopping facilities. Shuttle to Airport available.
Accommodations Hyatt Place State College offers 165 spacious guestrooms, each with one king bed or two queen beds and our Cozy Corner plush sectional sofa, separated from the sleeping area, offering a queen-sized pull out bed. Guest rooms feature separate work space – oversize desk, premium office chair and swiveling 42” flat screen HDTV, mini-fridge, microwave, and single-serve coffeemaker. Stunning State College views from higher floors. Free Wi-Fi and remote printing available everywhere. Complimentary USA Today and Wall Street Journal Newspapers. Gallery Hosts available 24/7.
Dining & Entertainment At our place, dining is convenient, quick, and uncomplicated. Every morning, fill your plate to the brim with our Free a.m. Kitchen Skillet™, a buffet spread stocked with all of your breakfast favorites. No matter the hour of day, order appetizers or full meals from our 24/7 Gallery Menu, letting no craving go unanswered. If you’re looking for grab-and-go food and drink, our 24/7 Gallery Market has you covered. Whether you’re looking for a caffeine boost or to wind down in the evening with a glass of wine, the Coffee to Cocktails Bar is an ideal setting.
Service/Facilities/Shops 5,000 square feet of flexible space, with four rooms for small-scale meetings or bustling receptions of up to 329 guests. Unique food & beverage options, audiovisual equipment and more available with every detail managed by Gallery Hosts. Catering includes hot and cold breakfast options, business or casual lunch options, quick bites for break time, as well as, casual dinners and other options available on our extended catering menu by Federal Taphouse.
Meeting and Banquet Facilities
Recreational/Amusement Facilities 24-hour Coffee to Cocktails Bar where guests can order coffee, as well as items premium beers, wines, and spirits. Free access to the 24-hour “StayFit” Gym with state-of-the-art Life Fitness cardio exercise equipment with LCD touchscreens.
Seating Name of Room
SQ. FT.
Theatre
232
1,337
90
233
1,251
84
235
939
63
236
828
53
5,934
329
Entire Room
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Nittany Lion Inn Nittany Lion Inn
4-Diamond Historic Hotel of America On the Penn State Campus/North Atherton Street at Park Avenue 200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA 16803 (814) 865-8500 • 800-233-7505 • Fax: (814) 865-8503 www.pennstatehotels.com Location On the University Park campus of Penn State University in the center of Pennsylvania. Accessible by all major highways; 5 miles from University Park Airport, State College. Accommodations Full-service luxury meeting facilities in Colonial style inn, offering 223 guest rooms, accessible and non-smoking rooms; seven suites, computer hookups, high-speed internet access available, iron/ironing board, hairdryers and coffee makers in room. Wi-Fi available. Dining/Entertainment Fine dining in the award-winning Dining Room at the Inn for breakfast 6:45 am - 11:00 am, lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm and dinner 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Casual dining in pavilion-style lounge, Whiskers, and outdoor courtyard seating. Services/Facilities/Shops 19,500 square feet of function room space, bell service, airport shuttle, free parking, nearby car rental, on-site Penn State gift shop, on-site fitness room with Jacuzzi, room service. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Two 18-hole golf courses, use of all campus recreational and cultural facilities year-round (swimming, bowling, squash, ice skating, tennis). Nearby skiing, boating, jogging and fishing, plus museums and entertainment. Meeting and Banquet Facilities Seating Name of Room
Dim.
SQ. FT.
Theatre
Class.
Banq.
Rec.
Hollow Sq.
Ex. Bths. 8x8 N/A
Faculty Staff Club I & II
41’ x 67’
2,922
190
78
160
300
48
Faculty Staff Club I
22’ x 41’
902
50
18
30
100
24
N/A
Faculty Staff Club II
41’ x 45’
2,020
136
54
130
200
48
N/A
Assembly
52’ x 48’
2,496
288
144
200
250
60
20
Penn State Room
50’ x 32
1,600
108
54
80
120
60
N/A
Alumni Fireside Lounge
44’ x 34’
1,496
144
72
90
125
48
N/A
Alumni Ballroom
110’ x 56’
6,160
860
450
500
750
N/A
48
Ballroom AB or DE
33’ x 56’
1,848
176
96
140
200
60
N/A N/A
Ballroom C
44’ x 56’
2,464
312
162
200
250
60
Ballroom A, B, D or E
28’ x 30’
924
84
60
60
100
42
N/A
Mt. Nittany Room
30’ x 20’
600
70
30
40
40
30
N/A
Board Room I & II
68’ x 51’
3,468
406
216
280
350
60
27
Board Room I or II
34’ x 51’
1,734
176
96
130
175
60
N/A
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Meeting Facilities: Facilities: Meeting Conference & Golf Hotel TheRamada Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel IACC Certified Innovation Park at Penn State 215 Innovation Boulevard, State College, PA 16803 (814) 863-5000 • 800-233-7505 • Fax: (814) 863-5003 www.pennstatehotels.com
Location In Penn State’s Innovation Park. Accessible by all major highways; 5 miles from University Park Airport, State College. Accommodations Contemporary 6-story brick hotel with 300 first class guest rooms, including 13 suites. Each guest room features magnificent mountain views and is equipped with computer and fax hookups, 2 telephones, high speed internet access, cable TV, iron/ironing board, coffee maker, refrigerator and hairdryers. Wi-Fi available. Dining & Entertainment The Gardens Restaurant offers Continental cuisine and a full-service conference dining room with emphasis on weekend buffet and Sunday brunch. Legends features casual dining with a gourmet flair. Service/Facilities/Shops Complete conference services support 38 dedicated meeting rooms, translation and business services, state-of-the-art communications technology support including teleconferencing, full program planning/development and access to University educational resources, graphic arts, secretarial and messenger services, full video production, printing and marketing capabilities, valet parking, room service and gift shop. Wi-Fi available. Complimentary airport shuttle. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor lap pool, whirlpool, complete fitness center with the most current exercise equipment; Penn State’s two 18-hole golf courses and use of University recreation facilities. (See next page for details on Meeting & Banquet Facilities)
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Meeting Facilities: The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room
Dim.
SQ. FT.
Theatre
Class.
Hollow Sq.
U-Shape
Banq.
Rec.
Conf.
207, 208
57’ x 38’
2,166
150
96
48
44
20
206
52’ x 38’
1,976
144
84
40
32
20
108
39’ x 38’
1,482
100
60
34
30
20
105, 106
38’ x 38’
1,406
90
48
30
24
20
205
32’ x 37’
1,184
65
48
30
24
20
104
32’ x 37’
1,184
65
46
30
24
20
203
31’ x 34’
1,054
50
30
24
16
20
112, 211
32’ x 25’
800
45
32
20
18
16
218
30’ x 25’
750
45
32
20
18
16
202
34’ x 19’
646
48
28
20
16
18
222
22’ x 22’
484
30
12
14
12
14
219
25’ x 18’
450
30
12
16
12
16
220
25’ x 18’
450
30
12
16
12
16
221
24’ x 18’
432
30
12
16
12
16
116
25’ x 16’
400
22
8
12
10
12
215
25’ x 16’
400
22
8
12
10
12
216
25’ x 16’
400
22
8
12
10
12
113
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
114, 115
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
212
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
213
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
214
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
217
25’ x 15’
375
22
8
12
10
12
110
21’ x 16’
336
17
8
10
8
10
111, 209, 210
21’ x 16’
336
17
8
10
8
10
201
15’ x 22’
330
22
8
8
6
12
223
15’ x 22’
330
22
8
8
6
12
101
16’ x 21’
336
17
8
8
6
10
107, 109 Forum Rms
43’ x 38’
1,684
Presidents Hall-Full Room
150’ x 71’
10,650
1,100
696
61
Presidents Hall-4 Sections
71’ x 37’
2,627
275
150
56
Deans Hall-Full Room
75’ x 56’
4,200
380
228
84
936
2,000
44
180
350
74
300
600
20
Deans Hall-2 Sections
56’ x 38’
2,128
150
100
38
51
108
250
20
Senate Suite-Full Room
53’ x 24’
1,272
100
72
45
42
96
120
20
Senate Suite-2 Sections
26’ x 24’
624
50
27
24
18
48
60
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McKinnon Board Room
26’ x 34’
884
Exec. Conf. Rm.-Full Rm
56’ x 34’
1,768
120
72
48
40
80
120
20
Exec. Conf. Rm.-2 Sec.
26’ x 34’
884
55
32
28
20
40
55
20
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Meeting Facilities: Facilities: Meeting TheRamada Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel Conference & Golf Hotel Ramada Conference & Golf Hotel
1450 South Atherton Street, State College, PA 16801 (814) 238-3001 • Fax: (814) 867-1527 • www.ramadasc.com *A recipient of the Pinnacle Awards Location On Business Route 322 (South Atherton Street), less than 2 miles from Penn State University, less than 3 miles from the Bryce Jordan Center, 7 miles from University Park Airport and minutes away from area attractions. Accommodations 284 guest rooms (Suites, Kings and Doubles), free weekday hot & cold breakfast buffet, all rooms feature high-speed internet, irons/ironing boards, hairdryers and coffee makers; refrigerators, microwaves, cable TV with HBO, complimentary on-site parking (able to accommodate trucks and buses), check-in: 3pm (Nov-March); 4 pm (April-Oct), check-out: 11 am (Nov-March); 12 pm (April-Oct), 100% non-smoking rooms, handicapped rooms available upon request, conference center featuring general session room for up to 325 classroom style, pre-function area, amphitheatre with seating for up to 62 guests featuring ergonomic chairs, additional conference rooms and break-out space. All meeting rooms feature high-speed internet access and/ or wireless internet access, remote control audio-visual equipment utilizing advanced technology, on-site audio-visual technician and conference service manager, catering services provided by our award-winning food & beverage department, day meeting packages available, a variety of pricing & package options available. Dining & Entertainment P.J. Harrigan’s Bar & Grill, open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, uniquely decorated with authentic sports and entertainment memorabilia, including Shaq’s size 22 sneakers, nightly dinner specials, Largest selection of beers, ales, wine and liquors, 13 satellite televisions for your viewing enjoyment, Happy hour Monday through Friday (5-7 pm) featuring half-price appetizers and drink discounts, live entertainment Friday and Saturday evenings, Voted #1 Bar in Happy Valley. Newly expanded lounge area. Free weekday breakfast buffet for hotel guests. Breakfast buffet available on weekends (additional charge applies). Services/Facilities/Shops Complimentary onsite business center: voicemail and high-speed internet in guest rooms, fax and photocopy service available, Room Service, complimentary airport shuttle service, same-day laundry and dry cleaning (Mon-Fri), complimentary local newspaper delivered to your door daily. Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. Recreational/Amusement Facilities Indoor and Outdoor Pools, Jacuzzi, Fitness Room, Game room, seasonal sand volleyball court, basketball court and horseshoe pit, Public park, golf, and skiing areas nearby, jogging and bike paths adjacent to property.
Meeting and Banquet Facilities Name of Room
Dim.
SQ. FT.
Banq.
Theatre
Class.
Grand Ballroom
66’ x 68’
4,343
360
450
300
Ballroom A
33’ x 68’
2,150
180
220
150
Ballroom B
33’ x 68’
2,150
180
220
150
Chairman’s Rm
42’ x 34’
1,360
90
100
80
Chairman’s A
21’ x 34’
680
40
50
40
Chairman’s B
21’ x 34’
680
40
50
40
Exec. Forum
53’ x 34’
1,680
Director’s Rm
30’ x 34’
990
70
100
50
Nittany
53’ x 48’
2,544
220
270
160
62
Gallery
L-shape
1,854
120
140
80
Terrace A
27’ x 22’
594
50
40
30
Terrace B
27’ x 22’
594
50
40
30
Terrace Room
54’ x 22’
1,188
100
80
70
Atrium
80’ x 55’
4,400
325
500
240
Boardroom 112
12’ x 25’
12
Boardroom 114
12’ x 25’
12
Mezzanine A
12’ x 12’
Outdoor Pavilion
77’ x 30’
12 2,310
250
200
130
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Meeting Facilities: Toftrees Golf Resort Toftrees Golf Resort
Marriott Golf Route 322 (Mt. Nittany Expressway), Toftrees Exit One Country Club Lane, State College, PA 16803 (814) 234-8000 • In PA: 800-252-3551 • Fax: (814) 234-1290 Email: groupsales@toftrees.com www.toftrees.com Location Nestled amidst 1,500 scenic wooded acres in Central Pennsylvania’s Allegheny Mountains is Toftrees Golf Resort. Located three miles from Penn State University and the Bryce Jordan Center, two miles from University Park Airport, and 15 miles from interstate 80. Complimentary airport shuttle available. Meeting/Conference Facilities Toftrees offers over 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting space to accommodate meetings and events ranging from 10 to 300 guests. Choose from a variety of meeting spaces including Silver Maple Ballroom I, II or III to small intimate meetings in Parlour Suite 213, to midsize meetings in Red Pine Library and Boardroom to corporate gatherings in White Oak Library, White Oak Boardroom and Cedar Cove. The Aspen Room is the perfect location for your breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The Retreat and the Lawn offer scenic outdoor function space for your banquet or event. Each unique space is equipped with individual climate controls. Many additional features are offered such as sound and lighting systems and complimentary high speed internet access. An extensive list of audiovisual equipment and on-site business services is available for your convenience. Our dedicated conference managers are available on-site to assist you with any last minute details. Accommodations 102 guest rooms, king and double beds. Club rooms feature balconies and patios. All guest rooms feature refrigerators, complimentary high speed wireless internet access, 32” LCD Television with free HBO, AM/FM radio, work station, hair dryers, iron and ironing board, individual climate controls, single serve coffee makers. Suites are available. All guest Meeting and Banquet Facilities rooms are newly renovated and reflect the ClassRecep- Confer- Hollow Usophisticated ambiance only found at fine Dimensions Sq. Ft. Banquet Theatre Name of Room room tion ence Sq. shape resorts. Dining/Entertainment The Field Burger & Tap embraces its farmto-table focus using the freshest ingredients available including local breads, a variety of regional amish cheese, and a private blend of sirloin, chuck, brisket, and short rib to create our hand-formed burgers. The Field offers an extensive selection of craft beers from State College and throughout Central PA. Hard milkshakes are specially blended using legendary ice cream from Penn State’s Berkey Creamery. Recreational/Amusement Facilities 4 star PGA Championship Golf Course, tennis center with four lighted courts, outdoor heated pool, Par-course fitness trail, sand volleyball court, professional golf group lessons, pro shop, and modern fitness center.
Silver Maple Ballroom
96’ x 30’6”
2,928
240
175
300
300
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Silver Maple Ballroom I
48’ x 30’6”
1,440
120
80
150
160
40
56
56
Silver Maple Ballroom II
24’ x 30’6”
720
50
35
75
70
20
26
32
Silver Maple Ballroom III
24’ x 30’6”
720
50
35
75
60
20
26
32
Red Pine Room
18’ x 20’
360
10
12
20
10
10
8
8
White Oak Room
28’ x 20’
560
16
16
30
16
12
10
10
Red Pine Library
18’ x 34’
612
24
20
40
24
24
22
20
White Oak Library
28’ x 24’
952
50
40
50-60
60
30
32
25
Cedar Cove
24’ x 27’
648
40
30
40
50
20
20
20
The Aspen Room
58’ x 66’
3,838
250
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300
--
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The Lawn (outside)
66’ x 72’
4,752
240
--
300
300
--
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The Aspen Retreat (outside)
74’ x 24’
1,776
150
--
150
200
--
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Parlor Suite 118
24’ x 17’
408
16
12
20
30
12
10
10
Parlor Suite 212
24’ x 17’
408
16
12
20
30
12
10
10
Parlor Suite 213
24’ x 17’
408
16
12
20
30
12
10
10
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Unique Venues Nature Inn at Bald Eagle natureinnatbaldeagle.com Features LEED Certified space which includes several meeting rooms and gathering spaces, all of which can be configured to comfortably host up to 48 people. Carnegie Inn carnegieinnandspa.com For business or pleasure, consistently winning the AAA Four Diamond Award, this luxurious boutique hotel and spa offers guests a truly unique lodging and dining experience of tranquility, relaxation and comfort. Nature Inn at Bald Eagle is nestled within the natural beauty of Bald Eagle State Park.
The Carnegie Inn & Spa features the comforts, charm and warmth of a European country inn.
Homewaters Club offers a relaxing respite from the rigors of every day life. This is a great location for business retreats and board meetings.
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HomeWaters Club homewatersclub.com HomeWaters was founded in 2001 as a private fly fishing club. Since then the Club has grown to manage more than 30 miles of blue ribbons streams across Pennsylvania. HomeWaters has added new lodges, great cuisine, and many activities in addition to fly fishing, making it a great destination for outdoor-oriented family and business retreats. Harmony Forge Inn & Event Centre harmonyforgeinn.com Harmony Forge a beautiful Inn and event property located minutes from Historic Downtown Bellefonte. The property dates back to the 1790s, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Originally the site of the Harmony Forge/Milesburg Iron Works, today the Harmony Forge Mansion survives, along with a large antique barn and a number of other outbuildings.
Enjoy a getaway in an 18th century stone mansion, restored for historical accuracy and cozy amenities. Minutes from historic Bellefonte and Penn State University.
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Green Meeting Facilities The Nature Inn at Bald Eagle - has a LEED rating from the U.S. Green Building Council and serves as a showcase for the latest and greatest green technologies including reduced stormwater runoff, habitat restoration, 2,800 gallon rainwater harvesting system, recycle programs leading to 75% waste diverted from landfills.
Nittany Lion Inn - practices environmental initiatives including recycling, bulk food, composting, reuse program, local food & PA vendors, corn based biodegradable cups & flatware.
Penn Stater Conference Center - practices environmental initiatives including recycling, bulk food, composting, re-use program, local food & PA vendors, corn based biodegradable cups & flatware.
Hilton Garden Inn - A hotel built to meet sustainability requirements and adjoins Millbrook Marsh Nature Center. Harrisons Wine Grill & Catering is independently owned offering fresh and locally grown food on the menu!
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Out of the Ordinary
Pegula Ice Arena Wineries & Distilleries
The Pegula Ice Arena is a 6,014 seat multi-purpose arena with two skating rinks: a main rink, home to Penn State’s varsity hockey programs, and a community rink.
Discover a new side of Central PA with scenic wineries and distilleries that showcase amazing products and views for your next meeting. photo credit: Jim Roof Creative
Beaver Stadium American Philatelic Society Stamps and a bit of history, set inside a restored 1800’s match factory, the American Philatelic Society is a unique backdrop for your next meeting or banquet.
Grange Fairgrounds Offering many pavilions and buildings to host your event, with competitive track, barns, equine facility, indoor & outdoor arenas!
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The Mt. Nittany Club has 40-foot windows overlooking the football field and the panoramic Mount Nittany Valley. Letterman Lounge & Recruiting Lounge also provide unique venues.
Eisenhower Schwab Auditorium Seating for 900 to 2500 people in the heart of Penn State’s scenic campus.
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Team Building Activities Get excited for team building activities with these unique offerings in Central PA! These fun, inclusive activities will not only build your team’s cohesiveness and foster communication, you’ll also have a blast. Plan a trip your whole group will enjoy with fun team-building activities with various skill levels to include everyone.
Something for all seasons! Go tubing at Tussey Mountain, then warm up with some hot chocolate in the lodge
Tranquil and therapeutic horse back rides through lovely Central PA forests
Stone Valley Vertical Adventures is the largest teambuilding facility on the East Coast! Give the ropes a shot and use skills you never knew you had!
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Meeting Space & Catering Meeting Space
Catering
Above the Valley Event Center (814) 237-4422
Benjamin’s Catering (814) 466-6865
American Philatelic Society (814) 933-3803
Bown Dog Catering (814) 883-5922
Centre County Grange Fair (814) 364-9212 Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern (814) 466-6241 Harmony Forge Inn & Event Center (814) 280-6021 Hoags Celebration Hall (814) 238-0824 Medlar Field at Lubrano Park (814) 272-1711 Mountain View Country Club (814) 466-7231 PA Military Museum (814) 466-6263 Seven Mountains Wine Cellars (814) 364-1000 The State Theatre (814) 277-0606
Champs Sports Grill (814) 234-7700 Damon’s State College (814) 237-6300 Gigi’s Restaurant & Lounge (814) 861-3463 Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering (814) 237-4422 Hoags Catering (814) 238-0824 Panera (814) 867-8843
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park
Jersey Mike’s Subs (814) 954-7591
Outdoor Group Dining
Mountain View Country Club (814) 466-7231 Centre Furnace Mansion (814) 234-4779 Ramada Conference Center (814) 237-1345 Toftrees Resort & Conference Center (814) 234-8000
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Above the Valley Event Center
Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern
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For Your Smaller Meeting Needs Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites 866-840-0931 The Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites provides meeting space for 50 guests. Comfort Suites (814) 235-1900 Comfort Suites offers meeting space for 64 people. Country Inn & Suites (814) 234-6000 The Country Inn & Suites offers meeting space for 50 people. Courtyard by Marriott 800-228-9290 The Courtyard by Marriott can accommodate 50 people. Hampton Inn & Suites (814) 231-1899 The Hampton Inn & Suites offers meeting space for 70 people.
Country Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn (814) 231-1590 The Hampton Inn has meeting space to accommodate 25 people. Holiday Inn Express (814) 867-1800 The Holiday Inn Express has meeting space for 60. Marriott SpringHill Suites (814) 867-1807 The Marriott SpringHill Suites has meeting space for 70 people. Quality Inn - State College 800-248-8494 The Quality Inn can accommodate up to 84 guests.
Courtyard by Marriott
Quality Inn - Milesburg 814-355-7521 Banquet and meeting rooms, lounge, 14 miles from Penn state University. Sleep Inn (814) 235-1020 The Sleep Inn has a meeting room that can accommodate up to 35 people. Super 8 800-635-1177 The Super 8 can accommodate 130 guests. Holiday Inn Express
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We invite you to experience a growing selection of craft breweries, distilleries. wineries, and cideries while traveling this tempting Central PA Tasting Trail. Each is passionate about their craft, bringing their unique perspective to an ever-expanding variety of flavors and styles.
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After Your Meeting... Theatre • • • • •
Penn State Centre Stage The State Theatre Millbrook Playhouse Centre for the Performing Arts Nittany Theatre at the Barn
Totally Sports • • • • •
Beaver Stadium Mt. Nittany Club / dinner, cocktail receptions Bryce Jordan Center Medlar Field Baseball Park / catered picnics All Sports Museum Pegula Ice Arena
The State Theatre, located Downtown State College
Eco Tour Activities • • • • •
Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is held each year in July.
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Medlar Field / First LEED certified baseball park in the U.S. The Morning Star Solar Home Arboretum at Penn State Shavers Creek Environmental Center Tait Farm Foods - gift shop, hands on projects, cooking classes Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Big Spring Spirits Distillery Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park The Barn at Lemont
Adventure •
Go-Karts at Tussey Mountain
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Vertical Adventures at Stone Valley / One of the largest adventure courses in the Northeast • Team High Ropes Course • An Amped Up Jungle Gym • High Flying 30 Ft. Swing • 50 Ft. Climbing Wall • Team Low Challenge Course Tussey Mountain Sky Dive Happy Valley Catered Kayaking Excursions Hot Air Balloon Rides
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After Your Meeting... Volunteer • •
Habitat for Humanity Projects are available that benefit local needs
Art • • • • • •
The Land Grant Frescoes at Penn State / Henry Varnum Poor Palmer Museum of Art / eleven galleries Art Alliance of Central Pennsylvania / Exhibits by emerging and established artists Green Drake Art Gallery Bellefonte Art Museum Gallery Shop
The Palmer Museum of Art hosts rotating exhibits year-round
Penn State University • • •
Guided Tour PSU iHear Walking Tours Berkey Creamery
Golf • • • •
Penn State Golf Courses Toftrees Marriott Golf Mountain View Country Club Miniature Golf - Tussey Mountain & Happy Valley
Indulge in luxurious spa treatments
Central PA Tasting Trail A craft beer, spirits, cider & wine experience
Spas • •
Designer’s Denn Salon & Spa Simply Health Salt Spa
Dining & Pubs • •
Paint & Sip at local wineries
Fine, casual, or outdoor dining Sports Bars to microbreweries
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Tour. CENTRE FURNANCE MANSION First charcoal iron furnace in Centre County and the birthplace of Penn State University. Home to the 1800’s Centre Furnace ironmaster. Group tours available by appointment 814-234-4779 / centrecountyhistory.org COLUMBUS CHAPEL/BOAL MANSION MUSEUM Imported from Spain in 1909, the chapel is said to have been the Christopher Columbus family chapel. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-466-6210 / boalmansion.com BELLEFONTE HISTORIC RAILROAD One-way or round trip excursions accommodating up to 175 passengers; it’s the longest tourist railroad in the United States. Charter service will resume in the future. 814-355-2917 / bellefontetrain.com PENNSYLVANIA MILITARY MUSEUM This recently renovated museum commemorates the sacrifices of Pennsylvania’s Keystone Division. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-466-6263 VICTORIAN BELLEFONTE TOURS & TEA 19th century streetscape, tour a Queen Anne style home, ornate mansion, shops and attend a Victorian tea party. Guided tours are available by request. 814-355-7946 AMERICAN PHILATELIC CENTER Located in a historic Match Factory. 814-933-3803 / stamps.org
Roar. Explore... BEAVER STADIUM Home of the Penn State Nittany Lions; Mount Nittany Club, All-Sports Museum; group ticket rates, catering and special events. gopsusports.com BRYCE JORDAN CENTER Home to Penn State Basketball, Volleyball; plays host to top name entertainers, musicians, tournaments, tradeshows and more! The arena seats 16,000; offers complete conference services; Bus parking is available. 800-863-3336 / bjc.psu.edu CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Featuring world-class symphonies, ballets and Broadway shows. 814-863-0255 / cpa.psu.edu MEDLAR FIELD AT LUBRANO PARK Home of Penn State baseball & the State College Spikes, MiLB Class ‘A’ Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Group Tickets, picnics and catering available; special events and tours. 814-272-1711 / StateCollegeSpikes.com PEGULA ICE ARENA Open October 2013-brand new 6,000 seat ice arena; home to Penn State Hockey, hosts special events. gopsusports.com
PENN’S CAVE AND WILDLIFE PARK America’s only all-water cavern and wildlife sanctuary. Airplane rides, gift shop, snack bar, gemstone panning. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-364-1664 / pennscave.com PIPER AVIATION MUSEUM Tour the beginnings of the Piper Aircraft Corporation. William T. Piper developed an assembly line production system in the 1900’s enabling the company to becoming America’s foremost small plane manufacturer. 570-748-8283 SHAVER’S CREEK ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER Experience the nuances of nature... non-releasable owls, hawks, vultures, eagles and falcons at the Raptor Center; picnic in the gardens or lakeside. 814-863-2000 / shaverscreek.org TUSSEY MOUNTAIN Ski, snowboard and tube in winter; enjoy golf, batting cages, miniature golf, Go-Karts, movies in the summer; concerts year-round. Equipment rentals, Winter Sports School and snack bar; group discounts available. 814-466-6266 / tusseymountain.com
PENN STATE ALL-SPORTS MUSEUM Walk through the history of Penn State Athletics. 814-865-5985 / gopsusports.com PENN STATE UNIVERSITY Educational tours of campus, art, science & ag museums, the arboretum & Berkey Creamery for its world-famous ice cream! 814-865-8687 / psu.edu
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