Historical Attractions
The Pennsylvania Great Outdoors region consists of Cameron, Elk, and Forest counties, with each county proudly displaying their rich heritage and history through many historical attractions and monuments that offer visitors plenty of opportunities to take a step back in time.
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Located in the center of the square in Driftwood on Route 555 is a memorial to the Bucktail Regiment who answered President Lincoln's call for volunteers during the Civil War.
Cameron County Canvas murals throughout Emporium depict county residents and military personnel. Painted by Michael Pilato and Yuri Karabash and funded by the Sylvan Heritage Council.
Built July 4, 1890. Original courtroom still has seats used by the Bucktails at their reunion, alongside the rare "unblindfolded" Lady Justice who sees all.
One of PA's top 10 seasonal museums. More than 15,000 items including tools and photos from lumbering and dynamite industries, personal effects from Tom Mix and General Joseph McNarney.
From Benezette, follow Gray Hill Road 3.3 miles from its intersection with Route 555. The Cross on the Hill overlooks Spring Run Valley. Popular for weddings and photography.
One of the smallest churches in the U.S., measuring 12 feet by 18 feet, listed on the National Register of Historic Places built by Michael Decker in 1856.
Built July 4, 1890. Addition completed in 2002. Unique "unblindfolded" Lady Justice sits atop the clock tower. Almost all County departments can be found here.
Comprised of two museums and a historical chapel. The Victorian Center House and Robinson Museum house thousands of artifacts for Elk County's illustrious history.
Completed July 1870 for $24,715. 1884 murals of Lady Justice and Lady Liberty completed by Schlaug and Streif were restored in 2006.
1875 Victorian Eastlake-style home filled with artifacts from Native Americans and early settlers, tools, products from county businesses, genealogies of local families, and a Replica Lumber Camp.
