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A collage of four whimsical sculptures from the PennDOT Road Sign Sculpture Garden in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. The top-left image shows a blue locomotive on tracks made from repurposed road signs, with oil derricks in the background. The top-right image features two figures paddling a canoe, constructed from colorful road signs. The bottom-left image depicts a red barn and silo made from stop signs and directional signs. The bottom-right image shows a cowboy playing a guitar, crafted from railroad crossing and directional signs, accompanied by additional figures in a playful scene. These artworks are part of the 1200-foot-long public art piece made entirely from recycled Pennsylvania Department of Transportation signs.

Exploring the PennDOT Road Sign Sculpture Garden in Meadville

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 7, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the PennDOT Road Sign Sculpture Garden in Meadville, you're in the right place! Known officially as "Read Between the Signs," this 1200-foot-long public art installation in Crawford County...

A collage of four photos taken at the Linesville Spillway in Pymatuning State Park. The top left photo shows visitors feeding ducks and fish while standing along the curved spillway where water flows into a lower basin. The top right photo features a wooden sign marking the entrance to "The Spillway, Pymatuning State Park" with a nearby road and park facilities visible in the background. The bottom left image is a vintage postcard showing visitors feeding ducks and fish in the 1930s, with classic cars parked along the road. The bottom right photo captures a close-up view of ducks and geese surrounded by a dense school of carp, all competing for food at the spillway.

Exploring the Linesville Spillway at Pymatuning State Park

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 2, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Linesville Spillway at Pymatuning State Park, you're in the right place! The Linesville Spillway offers visitors a one-of-a-kind experience that has delighted both young and old for...

A collage showcasing various aspects of the Caboose Motel in Titusville, PA. The top left image features a bright red caboose with a sign for the motel, nestled among greenery. The top right image shows the interior of one of the cabooses, with a cozy bed, wooden paneling, and natural light streaming in from skylights. The bottom left image captures a row of colorful cabooses with a red truck parked in front, highlighting the motel's unique lodging experience. The bottom right image displays the motel office, a quaint building with a bench outside, an American flag waving, and the backdrop of a clear, sunny day.

Spending the Night at the Caboose Motel in Titusville

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - August 29, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about spending the night at the Caboose Motel in Titusville, you're in the right place! The Caboose Motel is your ticket to a one-of-a-kind lodging experience, allowing your to spend...

This collage showcases four photos of the Reading Pagoda in Berks County, PA. The top left image features the Pagoda with its seven stories and distinctive red roofs, framed by trees and overlooking the city below. The top right photo captures a panoramic view from the Pagoda, highlighting the lush green landscape and distant cityscape. The bottom left image provides a close-up of the Pagoda's detailed stonework, balcony, and red-tiled roof. The bottom right photo shows visitors enjoying the scenic overlook, with the Pagoda and parked cars visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Exploring the Reading Pagoda in Berks County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - June 17, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Reading Pagoda in Berks County, you're in the right place! Situated on the southern tip of Mt. Penn, the Reading Pagoda stands as a symbol of the...

A collage of four photos taken at the Choo Choo Barn in Lancaster County, PA. The top left image shows a wide-angle view of the extensive model train display featuring a circus tent, carousel, and various detailed miniature scenes. The top right image captures the display at night with the lights dimmed, creating a magical ambiance with illuminated buildings and train tracks. The bottom left image depicts a snowy mountain landscape with a moving gondola lift, detailed buildings, and vehicles on a winding road. The bottom right image shows the exterior of the Choo Choo Barn building, complete with a colorful children's train display and picnic tables, set against a scenic countryside backdrop.

Exploring the Choo Choo Barn in Lancaster County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - May 23, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about visiting the Choo Choo Barn in Lancaster County, you're in the right place! Nestled in the heart of Strasburg, the Choo Choo Barn is a 1,700-square-foot train display featuring...

A collage of four photos taken at the Red Caboose Motel in Lancaster County, PA. The top left image shows a red caboose labeled "Southern" with a red SUV parked in front of it. The top right image features two rows of colorful cabooses, including blue, yellow, and red ones, lined up on either side of a driveway. The bottom left image depicts the interior of a cozy motel room with a bed, table, and chair. The bottom right image showcases a sign for the Red Caboose Motel with a yellow caboose in the background. The Red Caboose Motel includes over 40 cabooses and train cars converted into retro motel rooms.

The Red Caboose Motel | Nostalgic Nights in Lancaster County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - May 19, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about staying at the Red Caboose Motel in Lancaster County, you're in the right place! The Red Caboose Motel features over 40 vintage cabooses and train cars that have been...

Collage of four images showcasing the eclectic and vibrant atmosphere of Randyland in Pittsburgh, featuring the artist Randy, colorful murals, whimsical art installations, and a multitude of playful objects.

Exploring Randyland in Pittsburgh

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - December 21, 2023 0

Pittsburgh's North Side is home to a vibrant roadside attraction that explodes with color and creativity: Randyland! It's not a park, not a museum, but a living, breathing mixed-media art installation created by the one...

Visiting the Tallest Cross in Pennsylvania

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - October 19, 2023 0

If you're looking for information about the tallest Cross in Pennsylvania, you're in the right place! The Cross at Hilltop Baptist Church in Indiana County was erected in May 2023, and it stands 108 feet-tall. By...

Spending the Night in a Star Bubble in Columbia County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - August 22, 2023 0

If you've ever wondered what it would be like to spend the night in a "star bubble" in a secluded countryside location, you're in the right place! I had the opportunity to spend two nights...

Vising a geyser that isn't a geyser in Ashland Pennsylvania.

Visiting a Geyser That Isn’t A Geyser in Schuylkill County

PA Roadside Attractions Rusty Glessner - August 15, 2023 0

If you're looking for information about "the only geyser in Pennsylvania", you're in the right place. Now for the bad news - there are no geysers in Pennsylvania! That fact hasn't stopped the Internet from dubbing...