The Oil Region Alliance and the Lumber Heritage Region have teamed up to bring you a series of presentations about the BOOM years of these industries. On January 18, get to know the Drake Well and Lumber museums – see a show and tell of … READ MORE
The Oil Region Alliance and the Lumber Heritage Region have teamed up to bring you a series of presentations about the BOOM years of these industries. On February 15 let our reenactors show you a day in the life of a Roust About and a … READ MORE
As you enjoy the holiday festivities during Oil City’s Christmas Past weekend, stop over and join the Oil City Main Street Program in celebration of our newest mural! Meet professional muralist Michael Allison, hear the story behind this project and its railroad-inspired theme, and learn … READ MORE
ORAS: Building an Exciting Future for Generations to Come — Come hear the story of how a dream for a better future for all resulted in this unique astronomy facility, housing one of the largest telescopes in Pennsylvania that’s available for public observing; and it’s … READ MORE
Historic Pithole City serves as the backdrop for an evening experience that brings oil history to life at Lantern Tours. Visitors will meet historical figures during a nighttime tour of the legendary oil boomtown. Tours depart every 10 minutes and cover steep hills and semi-rugged … READ MORE
Explore Franklin, Pennsylvania in a delicious new way. This 3 hour walking tour includes tastings at 5 establishments throughout Franklin. The history of the city is revealed through storytelling stops along a 2 mile route. Great for locals and visitors. Tickets must be purchased online … READ MORE
Join the park naturalist on a 1.5 mile hike along the Gerard Hiking Trail as we explore one of the many famous stories from “The wickedest town east of the Mississippi.” We’ll meet at the Petroleum Petroleum Centre Train Station and trek past the Petroleum … READ MORE
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s Birthday! A statewide celebration, Charter Day commemorates the founding of Pennsylvania through the 1681 charter that King Charles II of Great Britain granted to William Penn. Free Admission. Noon-5:00 p.m.
On Saturday, October 12, Drake Well Museum and Park and the Friends of Drake Well, Inc. will host the museum’s biennial Pithole Lantern Tours. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. at Historic Pithole City located at 14118 Pithole Road just off Route 227 near Plumer, PA. … READ MORE
On Saturday, October 12, Drake Well Museum and Park and the Friends of Drake Well, Inc. will host the museum’s biennial Pithole Lantern Tours. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. at Historic Pithole City located at 14118 Pithole Road just off Route 227 near Plumer, PA. … READ MORE