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Meadville is a lovely city located just 90 miles outside of Pittsburgh, home to the first permanent settlement in Pennsylvania's northwest region. The charming Crawford County city, which is nestled into the gorgeous French Creek Valley, played a significant role in the French and Indian War and was once a top lumber and iron production area in Pennsylvania.

Today, it is known for its lovely historic district, which is home to attractions like the 1843 Baldwin Reynolds House, constructed by United States Supreme Court Justice Henry Baldwin and operated today as a museum honoring northwest Pennsylvania history and culture. During the holiday months, the home hosts the gorgeous Trees of Christmas celebration, overseen by the Meadville Garden Club.

A replica of town founder David Mead's historic log cabin is also open for guided tours and educational programming. Lovely Diamond Park, which served as a militia drill grounds during the American Civil War, showcases beautiful grassy open spaces and monuments.

Nearby, Conneaut Lake is home to family-friendly amusement rides, while the Erie National Wildlife Refuge and Pymatuning State Park offer excellent year-round outdoor recreational opportunities.

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