![Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Sunset-Spring-Creek-Falls Exploring Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Sunset-Spring-Creek-Falls-696x497.jpg)
Talleyrand Park is one of the crown jewels of historic Bellefonte in Centre County!
![Fountain on the Promenade at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte, next to the train station.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Train-Station-Summer-View.jpg)
In a town perhaps best known for its Victorian architecture, its hard to believe that this beautiful greenspace on the banks of Spring Creek almost became the site of a K-Mart in the mid-1970s!
![View from the suspension bridge at Talleyrand Park looking towards downtown Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-View-of-Downtown-from-Suspension-Bridge.jpg)
Thankfully a group of concerned citizens got involved and formed the all-volunteer Talleyrand Park Committee, which through fundraising and hard work turned this once-industrial area into the magnificent recreational area it is today.
![Historic postcard view of what is now Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Historic-Postcard-Bellefonte-PA.jpg)
So follow along as I share with you some of my favorite things to see and do at Talleyrand Park in historic Bellefonte!
![A summer view of the Falls on Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Falls-on-Spring-Creek-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Summer-View.jpg)
Visiting Talleyrand Park
Talleyrand Park covers 3.5 acres along the banks of Spring Creek, close to the shops and restaurants in the downtown Bellefonte business district.
![A view of Veterans Bridge and the buildings along High Street from Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Veterans-Bridge-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Looking-up-High-Street-towards-Courthouse.jpg)
The park is open from sunrise to sunset year-round.
![Welcome to Talleyrand Park sign near Veterans Bridge on the north side of the park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Welcome-to-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Talleyrand Park is named in honor of French statesman Charles Maurice de Talleyrand (in exile in America during the French Revolution), who is credited with inspiring the name “Bellefonte” for the town in which the park is located.
![Talleyrand Park is named in honor of French statesman Charles Maurice de Talleyrand who is credited with inspiring the name "Bellefonte"](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Historical-Marker.jpg)
Parking is along High Street at the northern side of the park, with a large metered lot located at the corner of High Street and Potter Street.
![A map to Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Map-to-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA.jpg)
The park is home to a large population of waterfowl, including ducks, herons and Canadian geese.
![Geese are a common sight at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Geese-at-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Many of these waterfowl hatch their young at Talleyrand Park every spring, which is quite a sight to see.
![Ducklings along Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-ducklings-and-mother.jpg)
Notable Structures at Talleyrand Park
The various buildings, bridges, and monuments at Talleyrand Park reflect the character of Bellefonte’s Victorian heritage and celebrate some of its notable former citizens.
![Fountain on the southern edge of Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Fountain-near-Match-Factory.jpg)
Bellefonte Railroad Passenger Station
The Bellefonte Railroad Passenger Station, built in 1889, is located at the northwestern corner of the park.
![The Bellefonte Railroad Passenger Station at Talleyrand Park was built in 1889.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bellefonte-Train-Station-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA.jpg)
Both the Bellefonte Chamber of Commerce and the Bellefonte Historical Railroad are housed in the train station.
![A fall foliage train excursion returning to the Bellefonte Train Station at Talleyrand Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Bellefonte-Railroad-Excursion.jpg)
The Gazebo
The Gazebo at Talleyrand Park was the first structure specifically built for the park, completed in time for the U.S. Bicentennial celebrations in 1976.
![The gazebo was the first structure built at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Gazebo.jpg)
The Gazebo hosts a variety of concerts and holiday displays throughout the seasons.
![The gazebo at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte on a winter afternoon..](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Gazebo-And-Downtown-Winter-Scene.jpg)
The Bellefonte Governors Memorial
The Bellefonte Governors Memorial honors the seven state governors who at one time lived in Bellefonte.
![The Bellefonte Governors Memorial at Talleyrand Park honors the seven state governors who at one time lived in Bellefonte.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bellfonte-Governors-Memorial-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
All seven governors served in the 1800s; five as Governor of Pennsylvania, one as Governor of Kansas, one as Governor of California.
![The Bellefonte Governors Memorial at Talleyrand Park was erected in 1995.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Governors-Memorial-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
The Suspension Bridge
The suspension bridge over Spring Creek was built in 1986.
![Suspension bridge over Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Suspension-Bridge-Over-Spring-Creek.jpg)
The suspension bridge links the main part of Talleyrand Park to the peninsula between Spring Creek and Big Spring Run.
![The suspension bridge over Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte was built in 1986.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Suspension-Bridge-Over-Spring-Creek.jpg)
George Barnard Sculpture Garden
This garden honors Bellefonte native and accomplished sculptor George Barnard, whose works include statuary flanking the main entrance of the State Capitol Building in Harrisburg.
![George Barnard Sculpture Garden sign at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-George-Barnard-Sculpture-Garden.jpg)
In 1983, the Talleyrand Park Committee installed this bust of Abraham Lincoln, cast from the original plaster head sculpted by Barnard in 1917.
![This sculpture of Abraham Lincoln in Talleyrand Park was cast from the original plaster head sculpted in 1917 by the famous sculptor George Grey Barnard, a native of Bellefonte.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Abraham-Lincoln-Sculpture.jpg)
The Promenade
The Promenade at Talleyrand Park was built in 1989.
![The Promenade at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte was built in 1989.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Fish-Fountain.jpg)
The Promenade features a gorgeous fountain and many flower-filled urns, in addition to thousands of bricks laid out in geometric patterns.
![Fall foliage along the Promenade at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Fall-Foliage-Fish-Fountain.jpg)
The Pennsylvania Match Factory
The historic Pennsylvania Match Factory is located on the southwestern edge of Talleyrand Park.
![The historic Bellefonte Match Factory is located on the southern edge of Talleyrand Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Walking-Trail-Match-Factory-View.jpg)
For 47 years this factory was one of America’s leading wooden match producers.
![The Pennsylvania Match Factory is located on the western edge of Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Pennsylvania-Match-Factory-Historical-Marker-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Today is has been repurposed into several commercial spaces, including a distillery.
![Fall foliage around the Match Factory at the western edge of Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pa-Fall-Foliage-Match-Factory.jpg)
The Walking Trail
Talleyrand Park is a popular destination for those who walk for exercise, as well as those who just walk to see the sights.
![Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte is home to numerous pedestrian bridges.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Pedestrian-Bridge-Over-Spring-Creek.jpg)
Four laps of the park equals one mile, when following the path around the outside perimeter.
![Footbridge over Big Spring Run at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Walking-Trail.jpg)
Along the trail you’ll be treated to lots of exceptional views.
![Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park, with the Bush Arcade building in Bellefonte in the background.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-View-of-Spring-Creek-Ducks-Geese.jpg)
The Falls on Spring Creek
Although really a man-made spillway, the Falls on Spring Creek are a visual focal point of Talleyrand Park.
![A winter view of the Falls on Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Falls-on-Spring-Creek-Winter-Scene.jpg)
Equally photogenic any time of year, the “falls” are located just downstream from where Big Spring Run feeds into Spring Creek.
![Fall foliage along Water Street as viewed from Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Fall-Foliage-Falls-on-Spring-Creek.jpg)
The way the falls are oriented make them a perfect spot for catching a sunset glow.
![Sunset over the Falls on Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Falls-on-Spring-Creek-sunset-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
The Changing Seasons at Talleyrand Park
Although busiest in the summer months, Talleyrand Park really is a four seasons destination.
![The playground at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Playground.jpg)
The vibrant fall foliage surrounding the park makes it a popular destination for photographers.
![A footbridge connecting the Barnard Sculpture Garden to the peninsula at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Fall-Foliage-Penninsula-Bridge.jpg)
Even into early November I’ve taken some photos I still enjoy looking at years later.
![Fall foliage at Talleyrand Park near the Match Factory in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Fall-Foliage-Match-Factory.jpg)
Winter is a great time to enjoy Talleyrand Park with a minimum of visitors.
![Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte on a winter day.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Gazebo-Winter-Scene.jpg)
The Match Factory in particular really stands out against a blanket of white snow.
![The Match Factory on a winter afternoon at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/The-Match-Factory-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Winter-Scene.jpg)
With the trees devoid of foliage, you can get a nice winter view of the downtown Bellefonte skyline from the park.
![A winter scene along Spring Creek at Talleyrand Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Downtown-View-Winter-Scene.jpg)
Of course if you want to see everything in full-bloom, visit in the late spring to early summer.
![A view of Spring Creek from Veterans Bridge at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte on a summer afternoon.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-PA-Viewof-Spring-Creek-Falls-From-Veterans-Bridge.jpg)
The Talleyrand Park Committee and the Bellefonte Garden Club do a wonderful job of maintaining the beautiful plantings of annuals and perennials.
![The pergola at Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte PA was built in 1988.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania-Trellis-Garden.jpg)
When it comes right down to it, there is never a bad time of year to visit Talleyrand Park in historic Bellefonte!
![The Promenade at Talleyrand Park on a rainy afternoon.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Promenade-at-Talleyrand-Park-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Related Attractions
The Plaza Centre Antique Gallery, a massive antique store/flea market housed in a historic former theatre in downtown Bellefonte, is one of my favorite places to shop in Centre County.
![Front facade of the Plaza Centre Antique Gallery in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Plaza-Centre-Flea-Antique-Store-Flea-Market-Bellefonte-PA.jpg)
Plaza Centre includes not only the former Plaza Theatre building, but the adjacent building as well, for a total of 6 floors and more than 100 vendors!
![Front lobby of the Plaza Centre antique gallery and flea market in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Plaza-Centre-Flea-Market-Antique-Store-Bellefonte-PA-entrance.jpg)
The Bellefonte Cruise has been a popular Father’s Day weekend event in historic Bellefonte since 1988.
![The Bellefonte Cruise Car Show in downtown Bellefonte Pennsylvania](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Bellefonte-Last-Cruise-Car-Show.jpg)
2022 marked the 33rd year for the event, which takes place on the streets of downtown Bellefonte, the Centre County seat.
![The view from Veterans Bridge during the Bellefonte Cruise car show.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Historic-Bellefonte-Cruise-Car-Show-Fathers-Day-Weekend-Bellefonte-Pennsylvania.jpg)
Exploring Victorian Bellefonte in Centre County takes you on a tour of the town’s amazing architecture, considered by many one of the best preserved historic towns in the United States.
![Exploring Victorian Bellefonte in Centre County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Exploring-Victorian-Bellefonte-in-Centre-County.jpg)
22 Must-See Attractions in Centre County is your guide to even more great things to see and do near Talleyrand Park in Bellefonte!
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