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Lawrence County Tourism & Sightseeing
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Lawrence County's rich history, scenic beauty and variety of events make this an ideal family destination. Rich in culture, the county boasts its own ballet company, community theater, genealogical research center, historic museums and art galleries. Restaurants of various ethnic cultures are unparalleled. Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the hiking trails, rock climbing and rappelling areas, rivers for fishing and canoeing, historic covered bridges and a ruggedly beautiful state park. Two sects of old-order Amish make the sight of horse-drawn buggies on major roads commonplace. Events include antique car shows, art and storytelling festivals, horse and dog shows, quilt auctions, a county fair, hot air balloon rally plus a renowned film festival. With two internationally known fireworks display companies and a smaller retail company, Lawrence County is the Fireworks Capital of America.
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Top Lawrence County Attractions
History abounds on New Castle's North Hill, the third largest historic district in Pennsylvania with a self-guided tour of Victorian mansions available. A miniature Statue of Statue of Liberty welcomes people to New Castle, also known as "Little New York" because of its diverse population and proliferation of ethnic restaurants. Covered bridges, an historic grist mill, Amish buggies, historical and cultural displays plus a petting zoo and nightly laser fireworks are all "must sees" attractions.
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Best Time to Visit Lawrence County
The best time to visit Lawrence County, Pennsylvania is in the summer and fall. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Fall nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's.
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Monthly Temperatures in Lawrence County
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Month
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Low
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Avg
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High
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January
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16.4
F°
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25.9
F°
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35.4
F°
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February
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17.4
F°
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28.4
F°
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39.3
F°
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March
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24.6
F°
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37.1
F°
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49.6
F°
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April
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33.5
F°
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47.3
F°
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61.1
F°
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May
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44.7
F°
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58.4
F°
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72.1
F°
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June
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53.9
F°
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67.1
F°
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80.2
F°
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July
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58.6
F°
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71.6
F°
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84.5
F°
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August
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57.0
F°
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70.0
F°
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82.9
F°
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September
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50.3
F°
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63.4
F°
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76.4
F°
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October
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38.4
F°
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51.7
F°
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64.9
F°
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November
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30.8
F°
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41.3
F°
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51.7
F°
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December
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22.7
F°
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31.6
F°
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40.4
F°
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More Information
Find more information about Lawrence County, Pennsylvania by visiting the local visitor bureau (Lawrence County Tourist Promotion Agency) or request a visitor guide to be mailed to you!
Other Destinations Near Lawrence County To Visit
Lawrence County is centrally located between Pittsburgh & Cleveland, providing a family-friendly rural lifestyle while remaining close to the nationally-recognized cultural and sports amenities of the big cities. Within an hour's drive, there is also the interesting history of the Harmony Society that once lived at at Old Economy Village and Historic Harmony. Other local attractions include Tara, patterned after Gone with the Wind; Meadowcroft and Naeskahomi Town, offering glimpses of life in the way Native Americans lived in the 16th century; Dane Castle, a medieval attraction; train and river excursions.
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Lawrence County
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