Washington, Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum is more than just a collection of old streetcars! Opened in 1954, it is now home to more than 50 passenger, work, and special purpose cars, as well as locomotives and street railway era structures. The museum is open year-round from 10 am to 5 pm and hosts several special and holiday events to keep visitors of all ages entertained and engaged. Guests can ride trolleys, host parties and events, tour the wonderful grounds, attend Boy and Girl Scout merit badge workshops, and even act as “Operator for an Hour!”

Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Museum Road, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 724-228-9256

The Meadows Racetrack and Casino is a one stop for all your entertainment needs. With a casino, a racetrack, several restaurants, a hotel, and a pool, there’s never a dull moment at The Meadows. The casino offers table games, slots, video poker, a separate poker room, and even online games, while the track runs horse races up to four days a week. Dining options range from appetizers through desserts at one of The Meadows’ eight food spots, where guests can enjoy fine dining or the best pub food available. There’s even live entertainment all year! The Meadows is definitely a can’t-miss spot in Washington.

The Meadows Racetrack and Casino, 210 Racetrack Rd, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 877-824-5050

Sports fans will find themselves right at home at Wild Things Park, formerly known as Consol Energy Park and Falconi Field. Today the park is home to high school and college baseball teams, as well as Frontier League team the Washington Wild Things, who swept the major awards in the 2018 season and got eight selections for the 2018 All-Stars. The park also hosts concerts, antique fairs, and other events, so there is almost always something to do. Groups and parties are invited to book suites or even rent the entire stadium when the winning Wild Things aren’t at bat.

Wild Things Park, One Washington Federal Way, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 724-250-9555

Attractions for Couples

History and whiskey make the perfect pairing at Liberty Pole Spirits, a distillery that carries on the traditions of Scotch-Irish veterans of the Revolutionary War. As a “grain to glass” distillery, Liberty Pole uses only locally-sourced grain and corn to create its outstanding whiskies and bourbons in its 300-gallon, American-made copper still. The tasting room, called The Mingo Creek Meetinghouse, is named after the Mingo Creek Society who protested excise taxes on distilled beverages way back in 1794. Tours, tastings, and reservations for “Dinner in the Tent” can be booked online and via phone for a unique and educational experience.

Liberty Pole Spirits, 68 West Maiden Street, Washington, PA, Phone: 724-503-4014

Originally built in 1812 by Dr. John LeMoyne, the LeMoyne house became a stop on the Underground Railroad in the 1830s under the care of son Francis Julius LeMoyne.

The home was given to the Washington Historical Society by Francis’ daughter in the 1930s by his daughter and declared a National Historic Landmark in 1997. The historic house museum offers tours, giving visitors the chance to see artifacts from the era in which it aided fleeing slaves and to learn about the man himself, who also founded historically black college LeMoyne College, now LeMoyne-Owen College) in Memphis, TN.

LeMoyne House Museum, 49 East Maiden Street, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 724-225-6740

Construction of the David Bradford House was completed in 1788, but he and his family only lived there for a few short years before being ousted due to his connection to the Whiskey Rebellion. After he left, the house sustained a lot of damage in its conversion to a coffin and furniture store. Fortunately for the town of Washington, it was assumed by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and restored to its former glory, complete with outdoor kitchen, well house, and garden, all of which are included in the tours given Wednesday through Saturday, April through November. The outdoor kitchen features open-hearth cooking demonstrations, much to the delight of visitors of all ages.

David Bradford House, 175 S. Main Street, Washington PA 15301, Phone: 724-222-3604

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Washington, PA has history rich in more than just Whiskey. In fact, the Duncan & Miller Glass Museum works to preserve the stories, tools, artifacts, and creations of the region, especially those from Duncan & Sons and the Duncan & Miller Glass Company. Guests of the museum can walk through the history of and glass work and manufacturing from its beginnings in Western Pennsylvania in 1797 through the company, which began in 1874 as George Duncan & Sons. Tours, events, and memberships are available for patrons who want to learn about the industry’s effect on the region.

Duncan & Miller Glass Museum, 100 Ridge Avenue, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 724-225-9950

In 1939, Angelo’s Restaurant opened as a small, unnamed tavern serving manufacturing and farming locals. When the tavern began serving real Italian spaghetti and earned the name The West Chestnut Spaghetti Inn. Passed down through generations, Angelo’s was renamed for its original owner, Angelo Passalacqua, grandfather of current owner Michael. Now Angelo’s serves an incredible full menu of traditional Italian dishes, desserts, and gelato and continues earning local and regional accolades. Michael works hard to do his family proud, especially his mother, whose hand he feels guiding him as he goes. Angelo’s also welcomes parties and celebrations in its private dining area, which can seat groups up to 60.

Angelo’s Restaurant, 2109 North Franklin Drive, Washington, PA 15301, Phone: 724-222-7120

For Younger Couples

The Washington Winery has been family owned and operated for more than 100 years. The grapes for the various wines are exclusively sourced from California and turned into a range of delightful wines at their urban winery located right in the heart of Downtown Washington. The winery produces as range of single varietals including Chardonnay, Riesling, Cabernet, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel as well as a selection of sweet fruit wines, all of which are produced and bottled at the Washington Winery. The Tasting Room is open from Wednesday to Saturday and visitors are always welcome to stop by for a tasting flight or a glass or two of their favorites.

The Washington Winery , 202 S. Main Street, Washington, PA 15301, 724 222 9463

Escape Room South brings the current escape room craze to the heart of Washington, Pennsylvania. The facility has three carefully designed escape rooms waiting to test your problem solving skills. Teams can choose from three themes – Ship Happens is all about escaping from a desert island, Time Crisis involves saving your city from a demented bomber and Mad Scientist is about a mad scientist who wants to turn everyone into zombies. All you need to do is book your room, round up a team of friends and/or family and get ready to put on your thinking cap. You have 60 minutes to solve the clues which will allow you to beat the room.

Escape Room South , 1007 Waterdam Plaza Drive, Canonsburg, PA 15317, 724 579 5826