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Greene County
Pennsylvania
2020 Official Visitors Guide
#VisitGreene
www.VisitGreene.org
History & Heritage • Fairs & Festivals • Covered Bridges • Agritourism • Recreation
• Business Financing
Welcome
Greene County, Pennsylvania
• Pad Ready Sites
Population 38,686
• Tax-Exempt Financing
Founded February 9, 1796
• SBA 504 Lending Options
• Micro Loan Lending Options
Area
County Seat
587 square miles
Waynesburg
to Greene County!
Motto Cornerstone of the Greene County, Pennsylvania is an
Keystone State excursion to a simpler time! It is a place
that celebrates history and tradition,
while looking forward to the future. It
is a place where you can follow a path
known as the Warrior Trail, created by
Native Americans over 5,000 years ago;
walk along a portion of a 250-year-old
Greene County, surveying expedition resulting in the
Pennsylvania Mason-Dixon line; explore a perfectly
preserved century-old foundry and
Stimulating Economic Development in machine shop; or visit a nationally
acclaimed university that is educating
the current generation for the future.
Greene County for more than 60 Years! Looking for fun and adventure?
Bike along the Monongahela
Transportation River, see a movie at a rare
Roads and iconic drive-in theater in
Carmichaels, or drive through
the countryside (especially
during the fall season for scenic
Airports foliage). Visit seven historic
Pittsburgh International Airport.................. 55 miles covered bridges, swim and play
www.flypittsburgh.com at the region’s foremost water
Offering more than 50 domestic and international
parks, play golf, go fishing, visit
destinations on 13 commercial carriers and more than 170
daily flights.
a farm, hike, run, or hunt. Ramp
up the excitement at High Point
Morgantown Municipal Airport.................... 30 miles National Pro Motocross Arena
For more than 60 years, Greene County Industrial Developments, Inc. www.morgantownairport.com and Lucas Oil Truck and Tractor
has played a key role in the economic development of Greene County. Offers daily flights to Baltimore-Washington International Pulls.
We are proud of our county and its rich history. (BWI) and Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). Access
nearly 1,000 connecting flights to domestic and Numerous festivals are held
We blend a pro-business attitude and a low-cost of doing business with international destinations. throughout the year celebrating
a rich history, abundant natural resources, recreation, beautiful scenery, our traditions. These include
educational opportunities and countless financial incentives. This Greene County Airport.................................... 3 miles
two country fairs celebrating our
unique combination creates an unsurpassed quality of life. www.co.greene.pa.us/airport
Public-use, general aviation airport with a 3,500-foot-by- agricultural industry, a coal show
Take a closer look at what Greene County can offer your business and 75-foot BIT runway that sufficiently accommodates most honoring the coal industry, a river
your family. We are confident you will be relocating soon! light aviation needs. festival along the Monongahela,
numerous classic car shows,
and even a festival that honors
Distance From Major Cities
Baltimore, MD.......... 242 miles Ohiopyle, PA............. 46 miles
rain. This is just a sampling of
Beckley, WV.............. 192 miles Philadelphia, PA....... 318 miles the festivals and events that
Buffalo, NY................ 260 miles Pittsburgh, PA........... 52 miles celebrate what we love in Greene
Cincinnati, OH.......... 286 miles Richmond, VA........... 312 miles County, Pennsylvania.
Cleveland, OH........... 178 miles Toronto, Ontario...... 362 miles
Columbus, OH.......... 179 miles Uniontown, PA......... 28 miles
Erie, PA...................... 173 miles Washington, D.C....... 239 miles
Harrisburg, PA.......... 218 miles Wheeling, WV............ 56 miles
Don Chappel, Executive Director 300 EverGreene Drive, Waynesburg, PA 15370 Morgantown, WV..... 26 miles Youngstown, OH...... 112 miles
Stephanie Stewart, Administrative Assistant/Financial 724-852-2965 · www.gcidc.org 3
Table of Contents
Fun & Interesting Facts
of Greene County, Pennsylvania
Rural Welcome to Greene County............... 3
History & Heritage.............................. 6
Pennsylvanians typically named towns and counties after
Revolutionary War heroes. Greene County was named in honor of The Story of an Aged Institution.......... 8
Recreation
General Nathanael Greene who served as Quartermaster General
of the Continental Army from 1778 to 1780, and then commanded
the Southern Department from 1780 to 1783.
Agritourism........................................ 10
Covered Bridges................................ 12
The most famous border in the United States, the Mason-
Recreation.......................................... 14
Dixon Line was marked by the surveyors, Charles Mason and
Jeremiah Dixon, beginning in 1764. They laid their last marker
near present day Mt. Morris on October 9, 1767, completing 233 The Indian Trail Tree.......................... 17
History
miles. During the Civil War, 94 years later, the boundary took on
new meaning and significance as the border between the North
and the South. Accommodations.............................. 18
Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency
19 South Washington Street, Waynesburg, PA15370 An American Heritage........................ 20
Greene County has a rich heritage of agriculture and many of the 1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
www.VisitGreene.org
farmers who settled in Greene County were from Virginia and Annual Events.................................... 21
Maryland under the impression they were settling in western
Virginia. In addition to growing a variety of crops, they also raised
sheep and, by the 1820s, became the leading wool producers in Hunting in Greene.............................. 26
Pennsylvania. Greene County is still the largest sheep-raising county
in the state. “Oh, the County of
Greene with its high Living in Greene................................ 28
rolling hills.
Do you love it All on the Table................................... 34
The Bailey, Enlow Fork and Harvey mines in southwestern enough to share all
Pennsylvania form the largest underground coal mining of its thrills?” Dining & Shopping............................ 36
complex in North America, and the safest, most productive
- James “Fuzzy” Randolph
complex in the world. The complex is several times larger than
the island of Manhattan. Everything but the Kitchen Sink......... 41
The Beginnings of a Tradition............ 42
The 1939 Waynesburg vs. Fordham football game was a college
Directory listings are not comprehensive, but represent a broad
football game between the Fordham Rams and the Waynesburg
assortment of paid partners of Greene County Tourism.
Yellow Jackets played on September 30, 1939. The game was
played at Triborough Stadium on Randall’s Island in New York City. Design
Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency
Fordham won the game 34–7. Broadcast by NBC, the contest was Waynesburg University’s Red Brick Firm
the first American football game ever televised.
Printing
Rhodes & Hammers Printing Inc.
Photography
Matthew W. Cumberledge, Barb Jones, JoAnne Marshall,
Bet your hat if it will rain on July 29th in Waynesburg. In the late
McMillen Photography, Memories & Melodies, Racer Productions
1800’s, residents began recording the rainfall on July 29, and Greene County Commissioners The Greene County Tourist Promotion Agency is part of the Greene County government
challenged local and national celebrities to bet their hat if it Mike Belding, Chair and is funded through the county hotel/motel tax. The Official Visitors Guide was
produced through the support of partners and advertisers, which are identified as such.
would rain or not. Now Waynesburg celebrates with a day-long Betsy McClure All events, businesses, and other listings are subject to change without notice. Updates
Rain Day Festival full of music, games and entertainment. Blair Zimmerman are maintained on the GCTPA’s official website.
93 East High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 All content of this publication is copyright ©2020 Greene County Tourist Promotion
Agency. All Rights Reserved.
www.co.greene.pa.us
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History & Heritage Carmichaels Area Historical Society Greene County Historical Society and Museum
314 North Market Street, Carmichaels, PA 15320 918 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
P.O. Box 309, Carmichaels, PA 15320 (mail) 724-627-3204 · www.greenecountyhistory.org
724-710-9248 · www.carmichaelsareahistoricalsociety.com A historic 52 room museum that celebrates not only the history of
Dedicated to scanning, digitizing and saving regional and local the Poor Farm it once was, but all things Greene County including the
historical items such as vintage school pictures, military documents Waynesburg and Washington Railroad. Yes, we have a train!
and photos, sports team photos and memorabilia, and everything in
between for Carmichaels and Cumberland Township. Greene County Legacy Association
Cornerstone Genealogical Society
119 North Morris Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail)
412-559-0537
Walk through the halls of history with us!
144 East Greene Street, Waynesburg PA 15370 Created to protect, enhance and support projects pertaining to
P.O. Box 547, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail) aspects of the history of Greene County, Pennsylvania.
724-627-5653 · www.cornerstonegenealogy.com
The Cornerstone Genealogical Society is an organization dedicated to Haunted Hills & Hollows:
preserving the genealogical history of Greene County, Pennsylvania. What Lurks in Greene County Pennsylvania
Site of First Greene County Courthouse 557 Ross Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail)
The log structure was the first county courthouse and was 724-255-0464 · www.hauntedhillshollows.com
used until around 1800, when a new brick courthouse was built First ever in depth look at the supernatural underbelly of Greene
on High Street. The structure is believed to be the oldest log County, Pennsylvania. An Amazon best seller, it has circumnavigated
courthouse on its original lot in Pennsylvania. the globe with readers in 18 countries.
Greene Academy of Art King Coal Association, Inc.
314 North Market Street, Carmichaels, PA 15320 868 South 88 Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 (mail)
P.O. Box 309, Carmichaels, PA 15320 (mail) 724-966-5426 · www.kingcoalshow.com
724-966-2731 Organizes the annual Pennsylvania Bituminous Coal Festival to focus
Consisting of a stone section built c.1790 as an Episcopal church and attention on the area’s culture and history in the coal industry.
a brick section constructed in 1810, Greene Academy became the first
school of higher learning west of the Allegheny Mountains. More than Paul R. Stewart Museum
850 children attended the Academy until it closed the doors in 1893. Miller Hall, 51 West College Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Among the many graduates of Greene Academy are notably A.B. 724-852-3256 · www.waynesburg.edu
Miller, Albert B. Cummins, and Thomas S. Crago. Greene Academy For over 130 years, Waynesburg University’s Paul R. Stewart Museum
holds free classes in painting, scrapbooking, crafting and more. has striven to preserve the history of the University as well as to
educate the public on regional, national and international cultural
Greene Connections and geological heritage.
645 North Morris Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail)
• Exhibits
724-998-0650 · www.greeneconnections.com Rev. John Corbly Descendants Association
Greene County, Pennsylvania online archives project features historic 1308 Garards Fort Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
photographs and documents shared by private families and local 724-627-7129 · www.johncorblydescendants.org
• Membership
repositories. Dedicated to preserving and researching the life and times of Rev.
John Corbly, an early settler of Greene County. Primary focus is on
Greene Academy of Art family genealogy and local history.
Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area
623 East Eighth Avenue, Homestead, PA 15120
• Library
412-464-4020 · www.riversofsteel.com
Encompassing eight counties in southwestern Pennsylvania, the
Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area celebrates the region’s
• Resources
industrial history, the landscape that fueled it and the hardworking
men and women who made it possible, linking the communities
of the region through their shared cultural and industrial heritage.
• Events
As a nonprofit organization, Rivers of Steel actively promotes
education, creative placemaking and heritage tourism, highlighting
western Pennsylvania’s assets to regional, national and international
• Drop of History Lectures gchsofpa
audiences through its attractions and programs.
Owns and operates:
W.A. Young & Sons Foundry & Machine Shop Greene County Historical Society Museum • 918 Rolling Meadows Road • Waynesburg, PA 15370
116 Water Street, Rices Landing, PA 15357
Schedule a tour with George Blystone at 724-710-4898.
William A. Young built the machine shop in 1900 on Water www.GreeneCountyHistory.org • 724-627-3204
Street, on the banks of the Monongahela River, later expanding
1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
THE with the addition of a foundry. The business produced parts for
CORBLY ASSOCIATION
steamboats, coal mines, World Wars I and II and locals. When it
closed in 1965, the building was locked, leaving all of its tools,
equipment, and machinery in place - a perfectly preserved
Celebrating the 89th representation of the transition from the 1800s village blacksmith
to the large machine shops of the 1900s.
John Corbly Descendants Reunion National Historic Landmark
SUNDAY, JUNE 28, 2020 Waynesburg Borough Special Events Commission
90 East High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Corbly Memorial Baptist Church 724-627-8111 · www.raindayfestival.com
Garards Fort, PA Formed in 1979 to organize and bring continuity to the annual Rain
Open to the Public Day Festival held on July 29.
www.johncorblydescendants.org
ww Cruisin’ the Museum Stone to Steel Harvest Festival Christmas Open House
6 May 30 August 1-2 October 10-11 Nov. 28-29 & Dec. 5-6
The original house was to be used as a residence for the steward known to have a cane with which he commonly beat the residents.
of the poorhouse, and the new two story wing, expanding straight It was even reported that Cage staffed the kitchen with a head
The Story of an
out of the rear elevation of the house contained a long hallway cook who was blind, and that as a result the food consumed by
with ten rooms running along the hall on the first floor, and an the inmates was generally undercooked and filled with flies.
identical configuration of the second. Early in 1862, the county
The 1890 article contained several firsthand accounts by
approved measures to install a new public roadway that would
the inmates of the poorhouse detailing multiple instances.
Aged Institution
run in front of the facility. This roadway became PA Route 21, later
Interestingly enough, all of the inmates who made these reports
known as Old 21, and is now Rolling Meadows Road.
disappeared from the records. Whether they were sent away
It didn’t take long for the or moved on elsewhere is
residents to arrive. Issac uncertain. Or did Mr. Cage
Pipes was the first inmate permanently silence those
By: Matthew W. Cumberledge to live in the facility, having poor souls who were brave
been admitted on the enough to speak out about the
2nd of June 1862. Pipes atrocities he was committing?
was 40 years old, and
When the knowledge became
formerly resided in Franklin
public, Mr. Cage was removed
Township. The records
from the facility and returned
indicate that he had never
to private life, dying in 1914 at
held a job or an occupation
the age of 78.
of any sort, and his reason
for admission was noted as By the early 1900’s a new
“crippled”. kitchen facility was constructed
with an attached bake house,
Throughout the duration
bringing the size of the facility
of the year, 83 other souls
to 52 rooms total. The new
would call the Greene
kitchen was dedicated for the
County Poorhouse “home”. View of the poorhouse appeared in the 1896 Womens Centennial Newspaper.
use of the inmates, and the old
Among the various reasons
kitchen in the “front of the house” was used only by the steward
for admission to the poorhouse is a sundry list including feeble
and his family.
minded, insane, convulsions, blind, inbred, old and demented.
Poor, or impoverished, are among the least common reasons The 1900’s brought a renewed sense of peace and happiness
for people to be brought to the poorhouse in the 19th century. It to the poorhouse and with the removal of Cage, new stewards
seems like so many other similar institutions, the Greene County were hired and living conditions improved greatly. So much so,
Poorhouse served a purpose more akin to what we would now that there are even letters archived from inmates who were
call an asylum than a home for those who could not make due on transferred to other institutions throughout the state, begging to
their own. return to the kind treatment they had grown accustomed to in
the Greene County Poorhouse, or as it was then called “The Green
Records and newspaper accounts indicate that things were
Hills Farm.”
rough in the early days. Overcrowding was an early issue, and
the attic was converted into dormitory space to accommodate
the overflow from the twenty dorm rooms. The steward oversaw
operations of the farm, keeping the facility self sufficient, raising
livestock, growing crops and tending to the maintenance of what
was already a 32 room building.
In 1881, a lengthy article written by a Mr. Ourt about poorhouses
and Almshouses from across the country was featured in Atlantic
Monthly, a popular magazine of the time, criticized the living
conditions of the Greene County Poorhouse, and that prompted
construction of a new wing in 1886.
The new wing, contained twelve new dorm rooms and a bathroom
facility on two floors with a basement of a similar layout. When
Just before the start of the Civil War legislation was passed in the new wing was constructed, the 1861 wing was reconfigured,
View of the poorhouse circa 1930.
and five of the rooms on the first floor were converted to a large
Pennsylvania, and many other states throughout the country, for each dining facility. This brought the total number of dorm rooms in In the early 1960’s, the old poor farm had morphed into a
county to establish houses to care and support the poor. These houses the building to 38, for a total of 50 rooms in the facility including retirement home for the aged of the community and was soon
the rooms in the steward’s home. replaced by the Curry Home that was built across the road. The
often started out as converted family homes, usually beginning small in old house and grounds of the farm would remain vacant for a
During this time period a new steward came to the facility.
scale and expanding greatly over time. William B. Cage, by many accounts a cruel and sadistic man. The few years before being acquired by the Greene County Historical
Waynesburg Republican published several articles about him in Society in 1971 to operate a local history museum that is still in
In 1861, the County of Greene acquired a large farm in western Franklin the late 1880’s and early 1890’s. A very concise report appeared in existence today.
Township upon which stood a twelve room farmhouse built in 1857 by the 1890 that detailed many of his inhumane treatments.
Rinehart family. The structure was a large Georgian Revival with a center Cage was known to use the food set aside for the residents to ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This article originally appeared in the September 2019
hall and finely decorated rooms, an extravagant home for the time. This throw lavish parties in the “front of the house” – or the stewards
residence – while leaving only scraps and leftovers for the inmates. issue of the GreeneScene Community Magazine
home and farm was to be the site of the Greene County Poorhouse. He was accused of chaining individuals up in the basement rooms published by Direct Results.
of the newest wing and allowing them to starve as punishment Discover more at www.greenesaver.com.
for minor infractions, and forcing residents to bath in the creek
The poorhouse is now the Greene County Historical Society Museum. behind the poorhouse in the icy cold winter months. He was also
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FARMS BUTCHERING/MEAT PROCESSING
Agritourism
Agritourism
Frosty Springs Farm Bliss Hollow Farms
201 Jackson Lane, Carmichaels, PA 15320
724-966-7447 · blisshollowfarms@yahoo.com
Hungarian Smokehouse
534 North 88 Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320
724-966-7704 · www.hungariansmokehouse.com
James and Billie Cowell Natural, grass-fed commercial Angus cattle with a focus on a small, well-cared- Daily take-out meals, catering options, hand-cut meats, jerky and a country
for herd. store featuring specialty products. Also offers custom butchering and deer
1214 Garards Fort Road
processing.
Waynesburg, PA 15370 Cole’s Greene Acres Farm
502 Hoovers Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15341
House Phone: 724-627-8271 724-484-3276 · www.airbnb.com/rooms/14403481 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Jim Cell: 724-986-8502 A working farm that loves to host guests! Cabin, RV spaces and primitive tent Penn State Extension - Greene County
space rentals through Airbnb. Intimate wedding, family/class reunion, corporate 26 West High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Billie Cell: 724-998-4355 picnic/retreat rental facilities available. 724-627-3745 · www.extension.psu.edu
Provides the residents of Greene County with trusted, unbiased, science-based
Email: frostysprings- Elysian Fields Farm information delivered through high-quality education programs including 4-H
farm@hotmail.com Waynesburg, PA 15370 Clubs.
724-514-7449 · www.purebredlamb.com
For Sale: Heifers Sim x Red Angus Raising lamb holistically and united in the philosophy of care and respect. The Greene County Conservation District
Red Simmental Cattle Bulls Donkeys final product is served at the finest dining establishments in the country and 22 West High Street, Suite 204, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Steers also available for your home table. 724-852-5278 · www.co.greene.pa.us
Committed to protection, stewardship and conservation of the County’s
Frosty Springs Farm natural resources while ensuring a wise balance between the protection of the
Tours Available environment and the benefit of the landowners of the County.
1214 Garards Fort Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-986-8502 or 724-998-4355 Greene County Farmer’s Association
Lippencott
Herd of Purebred Simmentals and a Commercial herd of Red Angus cows. 1179 Oak Forest Road, Brave, PA 15316 (mail)
Donkeys are also available for purchase. 724-451-8406
To promote farming and agriculture education.
Harden’s Family Farm
77 Wickerham Road, Fredericktown, PA 15333
Alpacas
1669 Morey Road, Fredericktown, PA 15333 (mail)
FAIRS & FAIRGROUNDS
Cell 724-344-8139 · Home 724-267-4735
Washington County farm producing home-grown vegetables. Also produces
Greene County Fair
107 Fairgrounds Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
free-range eggs, roasting chickens, Thanksgiving turkeys, jellies, honey, maple
P.O. Box 806, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail)
syrup and more.
724-627-9160 · www.greenecountyfair.org
Agriculture family fun featuring food, rides, events, livestock, truck and tractor
Lippencott Alpacas pulls and live music.
Tours Available
Got Alpaca?
265 Meadowbrook Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-852-4084 · www.lippencottalpacas.com
Greene County Fairgrounds
107 Fairgrounds Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Keeping the family farming tradition alive by growing their alpaca herd into
724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us
genetically superior white and light colored alpacas.
Warm Clothing, Alpaca Yarns, Save A Horse Stable Inc.
Approx. 40-acres consisting of 12 buildings, two outside arenas, one baseball
field and one half-mile track.
Stuffed Animals & More! Tours Available
165 Lightner Run Road, Sycamore, PA 15364
Jacktown Fair
440 West Roy Furman Hwy, Wind Ridge, PA 15380
724-499-5709 · www.saveahorsestable.com
724-852-4084 A horse sanctuary for horses to live out their life in a healthy natural environment
away from neglect and abuse.
P.O. Box 125, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 (mail)
724-428-3637 · www.jacktownfair.org
Rural-area agriculture fair that is said, “you can’t die happy until you have been
www.lippencottalpacas.com to the Jacktown Fair.”
Group Tours Available! $5 per person FARMERS’ MARKETS
Waynesburg Farmers’ Market
~ Beginning Knitting Classes for Adults ~ P.O. Box 246, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-852-3477 · www.waynesburgpa.org
Provides opportunities for area residents to purchase fresh, locally grown
fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs. Scheduled Wednesdays in Downtown
Waynesburg, mid-May to mid-October.
265 Meadowbrook Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Village of Lippencott, just 4.5 miles from I-79 NURSERIES/GARDEN CENTERS
Shields Herb & Flower Farm
374 Smith Creek Road, Spraggs, PA 15362
724-435-7246
Greenhouse specializing in over 700 varieties of herbs and perennials. Also, visit
our farm gift shop with country style décor.
1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
HARDEN’S FAMILY FARM
www.VisitGreene.org
WINERIES
Homegrown PA Products, Seasonal Shields Demesne Winery
Produce, Free-Range Eggs, 374 Smith Creek Road, Spraggs, PA 15362
Roasting Chickens, Honey, Maple
Syrup, Chambersburg Fruit &
Waynesburg Milling Co. 724-435-7246 · www.shieldswinery.com
We use fruit and honey to make a natural wine called Melomel, similar to port
or sherry, yet unique.
Thanksgiving Turkeys, Canning
Bushels Available at Peak of Season. Thistlethwaite Vineyards
Tours Available
151 Thistlethwaite Lane, Jefferson, PA 15344
Sold at local Farmers Markets or right off the farm! 724-883-3372 · www.thistlegrape.com
Greene County’s first winery with Tasting Room. Produces a diverse selection of
Home: 724-267-4735 wines aged in Pennsylvania White Oak barrels or stainless steel.
Cell: 724-344-8139
77 Wickerham Rd – Fredericktown, PA 15333 Thistlethwaite Vineyards
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Covered Bridges
Covered Bridges
Cox Farm (Lippencott) King Covered Bridge Shriver Covered Bridge Woods (Neddie Woods)
Covered Bridge 39˚45’25.2”N 80˚16’21”W 39˚51’17”N 80˚16’46”W Covered Bridge
39˚56’36”N 80˚7’35”W Length: 56 ft. 2 in. Width: 13 ft. 10 in. Length: 45 ft. 5 in. Width: 14 ft. 6 in. 39˚51’46.8”N 80˚14’4”W
Length: 31 ft. 11 in. Width: 14 ft. 2 in. Truss Type: Queenpost Truss Type: Queenpost Length: 43 ft. Width: 13 ft. 1 in.
Truss Type: Kingpost Year Built: 1890 Builder: Unknown Year Built: 1900 Builder: Unknown Truss Type: Queenpost
Year Built: 1943 Builder: Unknown With a few boards missing here and there on the Shriver Bridge has random-width unpainted vertical Year Built: 1882 Builder: Lisbon Scott
Cox Farm Bridge is the shortest covered bridge in sides, this rustic bridge is covered with unpainted board siding on both sides and portals, a gable roof Serving as the oldest covered bridge that remains
the county and has horizontal siding, a sheet metal random-width vertical board siding. The roof is covered with tin and a deck of crosswise planking. standing in Greene County, this bridge was named
roof, one concrete abutment and one stone and covered with steel metal and the deck with crosswise The Shriver Bridge is reinforced with six steel I-beams for Edward (Ned or Neddie) W. Wood, a Civil War
mortar reinforced with concrete abutment. It was planking. The structure of the bridge rests on cut and rests on cut stone abutments that appear to veteran who owned the land on which the bridge was
constructed during World War II with wood due to a stone abutments, which are extended to form short have been laid dry and has wingwalls of similar built in 1882. Woods Bridge is covered on both sides
shortage of steel. wingwalls slightly higher than the road level. It has the material that extend a little above the road level. with unpainted vertical plank siding, a gable roof
The Cox Farm Bridge was restored in 2013 through typical narrow lengthwise opening under the eaves. The bridge was reconstructed in 2013. covered with corrugated sheet metal and abutments
grant funding that replaced deteriorated wood and The bridge was restored in 2004 and reinforced with of cut stone block. The structure was rehabilitated in
installed five steel beams to carry traffic loads. five steel beams. 2005 and reinforced with six steel I-beams.
WASHINGTON &
GREENE COUNTIES
Covered Bridge
Carmichaels Covered Bridge Scott Covered Bridge White Covered Bridge Festival
39˚53’55”N 79˚58’38”W 39˚53’15”N 80˚19’33”W 39˚48’24”N 80˚03’39”W
Length: 77 ft. 6 in. Width: 13 ft. 5 in.
1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
Length: 64 ft. 5 in. Width: 13 ft. 5 in. Length: 54 ft. Width: 14 ft. 2 in.
Truss Type: Queenpost Truss Type: Queenpost Truss Type: Queenpost
50th Annual Festival
www.VisitGreene.org
Year Built: 1889 Builder: Unknown Year Built: 1885 Builder: William Lang Year Built: 1919 Builder: Unknown
Carmichaels Bridge has vertical board and batten Scott Bridge is covered with unpainted vertical boards While a 1990 state survey determined the White Bridge Saturday & Sunday
siding, a gable roof covered with raised-seam tin and on both sides and portals, a roof of sheet metal and was built in 1900, other sources, including a local
resident born in 1911, clearly remember it being built
September 19-20, 2020
abutments of cut stone and mortar reinforced with a deck of crosswise planking. One side window is cut
concrete. One of the abutments has been reinforced into the center of the queenpost truss structure in around 1919. White Bridge has vertical tongue-and-
groove siding, a gable roof covered with sheet metal Arts & Crafts, Food, Entertainment,
with concrete and additional diagonal timbers addition to the typical lengthwise openings under
reinforce the queenpost truss. the eaves of the bridge. and abutments of cut stone and mortar. It is the longest Demonstrations, Special Activities & Exhibits
covered bridge in the county and has an exceptionally Festivities at 10 Historic Covered Bridge Locations!
The bridge was rehabilitated in 1998 and has been The Scott Bridge was rebuilt in 2008 and reinforced
high queenpost structure with a clearance of 17 feet,
a site of the annual Covered Bridge Festival since its with six steel I-beams and rests on cut stone
6 inches. There are eight steel beams to support the 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free Admission!
inception in 1970. abutments. structure. The White Bridge has been an Annual Greene County Sites: Carmichaels & White
Covered Bridge Festival site since 2002.
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AIRPORT MOTOR SPORTS
Greene County Airport Hard Core Derby Promotions
Recreation
Recreation
417 East Roy Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA 15370 112 East Fayette Street, Uniontown, PA 15401 (mail)
724-627-8029 · www.co.greene.pa.us/airport 724-557-7428 · www.hardcorederbypromotions.com
Public-use, general aviation airport with a 3,500-foot-by-75-foot bit runway that A team of knowledgeable and experienced individuals dedicated to promoting
sufficiently accommodates most light aviation needs. ICAO airport code – KWAY. and preserving the sport of demolition derby.
High Point Raceway
CLUBS / ORGANIZATIONS 281 Taylortown Road, Mt. Morris, PA 15349
Friends of Ryerson Station State Park 304-284-0084 or 724-324-2986 · www.highpointmx.com
EQT REC Center| 724.627.2739 361 Bristoria Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 Nestled in the scenic mountains of southwestern Pennsylvania, High Point
hosts an extensive schedule of Amateur and Professional Motocross racing
400 EverGreene Dr. | Waynesburg, PA 15370 724-428-4254 · www.dcnr.state.pa.us
Promotes the educational, recreational, cultural and historical aspects of the from spring to fall. The raceway celebrates 44 years of hosting the AMA High
park and reconnects individuals and families with the outdoors. Point Pro Motocross National on June 20, 2020.
Racer Productions
EXPERIENCE ALL THE EQT REC CENTER Ralph K. Bell Bird Club
149 Preachers Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail) 122 Vista Del Rio Drive, Morgantown, WV 26508
HAS TO OFFER! 724-984-2421 304-284-0084 · www.racerproductions.com
A West Virginia based motocross and ATV event production company that
The club is open to anyone interested in birds with bi-monthly meetings, bird
counts and surveys and bird watching trips. organizes events in Greene County and across the country.
Rain Day Scholarship
P.O. Box 288, Waynesburg, PA 15370 PARKS & TRAILS
724-747-4506 · www.missraindaypageant.org Center Township Community Park
Scholarship pageant open to Greene County girls 14 to 18 who compete in 116 Park Road, Rogersville, PA 15359
personal interview, sportswear, evening gown and talent. Center Township: 724-499-5487
A community park located off State Route 21 near the village of Rogersville with
S.O.A.R. (Support Our Aviation Resources) three baseball fields, soccer practice field, batting cage, bleachers, playground
421 East Roy E. Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA 15370 and restrooms. Two pavilions are available to rent.
724-344-9693 · www.soarofgreenecounty.org
A group of aviation enthusiasts as well as professionals who realize the value Crawford Park
of a community airport. 122 South Porter Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Franklin Township: 724-627-5473
ULTRAMODERN AND WELL-EQUIPPED FITNESS CENTER, WITH The Victory 5K A public park with a pavilion available to rent, picnic tables, baseball field,
CARDIO AND WEIGHT-TRAINING EQUIPMENT 595 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 football field, basketball court, concession stand and restrooms.
P.O. Box 963, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail)
724-344-2527 · www.facebook.com/TheVictory5K Enlow Fork Natural Area
The Victory 5K is a 5K run/walk and mile run. Event includes live music, Trailhead(s) – Smoky Row Lane in State Game Land 302
refreshments, kids activities, fitness and fellowship. Proceeds benefit the An easy and scenic trail that follows a closed dirt road with two iron bridges
Crisis Pregnancy Center of Greene County. Event food drive benefits Corner along the stream through a forest ecosystem with special interest for bird
Cupboard Food Bank. watchers and wildflower enthusiasts. The in-and-out trek is approx. 6.5 miles
by turning around at a flood-control dam near a gate in the road.
Warrior Trail Association
P.O. Box 103, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail) Greene River Trail
724-998-1386 · www.facebook.com/WarriorTrailAssociation Trailhead(s) – Rices Landing Borough and Jessop Boat Club
Since 1965, the association has been maintaining a hiking trail based on a 5,000 724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/trail
year-old Indian trail route. A 7-mile rail trail that runs adjacent to the Upper Monongahela Water Trail
greenway providing a tranquil view of the river for its users. Trail accommodates
White Covered Bridge Association those interested in walking, jogging and bicycling.
INDOOR SOCCER FIELD 500 Roberts Run Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (event location)
1907 Kirby Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 (mail) Greensboro Walking & Bike Trail
724-627-3910 · www.facebook.com/WCBridge 377 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro, PA 15338
Organizes and hosts the White Covered Bridge Festival during the Washington 724-943-3612
& Greene Counties’ Covered Bridge Festival held annually the 3rd weekend in Stretches 1.5 miles along the Monongahela River, starting at Mon View Park and
September. ending at Lock #7.
Lions Club Park
DRIVE-IN THEATER East Oakview Drive, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Skyview Drive-In, LLC 724-627-5284 · www.waynesburglionsclub.org
595 South Eighty Eight Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 Offers playground equipment, picnic areas, parking and pavilions available for
P.O. Box 351, Carmichaels, PA 15320 (mail) rent for special occasions. Located next to the Greene County Water Park.
724-966-2364 · www.skyviewdriveinpa.com
Seasonal outdoor movie venue showing films on two screens, with a snack bar
serving pizza & fast food.
REGULATION-SIZE BASKETBALL COURT
Amenitites:
1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
Greene County Water Park
Elevated Jogging Track
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Conference Room
Group Exercise Classes Batting Cages
Birthday Party Rentals Game Room
Aviation Days
Summer Camp Child Care
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PARKS & TRAILS CONTINUED... RECREATION FACILITIES
Mason-Dixon Historical Park American Judo Hapkido Institute
Recreation
79 Buckeye Road, Core, WV 26541 1600 East High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
The Indian Trail Tree
304-879-4101 · www.masondixonhistoricalpark.com 724-627-5111 · www.judo-hapkido.com
Established in the 1970s, the 295-acres of meadow and woodland stretched Special introductory program for new students. Men, women, children – call
across the state line commemorates the great achievement of Charles Mason today to get started!
and Jeremiah Dixon. The park features hiking trails, ball field, cabins, large red
barn, pavilions and playground. EQT REC Center
400 EverGreene Drive, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Mason-Dixon Park, PA 724-627-2739 · www.eqtreccenter.org
164 Creek Road, Mt. Morris, PA 15349 A 60,000 square foot facility for recreation, education, and community
304-879-5500 · www.masondixonpark.net events. The EQT REC Center features an indoor soccer field, basketball courts,
Located on the banks of Dunkard Creek with acres of flat-as-a-pan meadow. multipurpose spaces, fitness center with cardio and weight-training equipment,
Feature is an authentic log cabin that serves as a stage and backdrop for live jogging track, concession area, daycare room, party rooms and game room with
musical performances during festivals held annually on the grounds. pool tables, table tennis and more.
Mon View Park Greene County Tennis & Pickle Ball Courts
377 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro, PA 15338 900 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/MonViewRollerRink 724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/tenniscourts
Features picnic pavilions, baseball fields, basketball court, volleyball court, Two full-sized tennis courts and two pickle ball courts with outdoor lighting, free
playground and access to the Greensboro Walking & Bike Trail. parking, a water fountain and a surrounding fence.
Ryerson Station State Park In Motion Dance & Fitness
361 Bristoria Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 48 West High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-428-4254 · www.dcnr.state.pa.us 724-833-9016 · www.inmotiondanceandfitness.com
The 1,164 acre park features a 46-site campground for tents or trailers on a Offers all types of dance and fitness classes for all ages. Sells basic dance wear
ridge overlooking the park, two cottages and organized group tenting. Activities and offers direct to garment printing and crystal application.
include a swimming pool, hiking, fishing, picnicking and winter activities. Open
every day of the year, sunrise to sunset. Day use areas close at dusk. Mon View Roller Rink & Community Center
377 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro, PA 15338
Route 188 Park 724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/MonViewRollerRink
252 Jefferson Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 Roller rink open fall to spring (closed for summer) with skate rentals, concessions
Franklin Township: 724-627-5473 and events. Accepts private party rentals.
Soccer fields located on Route 188.
Rohanna’s Golf Course Greene County’s Last Witness to Days Gone By
West Waynesburg Park 1005 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 By: Matthew W. Cumberledge
272 Jennings Avenue, Waynesburg, PA 15370 724-627-6423
Franklin Township: 724-627-5473 Located within minutes from I-79, this 18-hole public course features 5,945
A family-friendly park in Waynesburg with playground equipment and picnic yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70.
tables. Greene County Pennsylvania is a melting pot of Culture, History the bridge, and you’ll see a rather odd looking tree, bent strangely
and beautiful natural Scenery. It doesn’t matter what corner of the and standing like a sentinel guarding the roadway. Stroll across
Warrior Trail County you are in or where you go there is always an incredible the bridge, and as you approach, know that you are looking at
Trailhead(s) – Multiple access points at road intersections
A 67-mile trail that follows ridge tops for most of its length offering some of view to take in, a pioneer home, historic cemetery or monument one of Greene Counties Rarest Relics.
the County’s most spectacular views. The trail begins at Greensboro on the or some tangible reminder of this regions past. These trees, as saplings, were usually
Monongahela River and ends just south of Moundsville, West Virginia on the
Ohio River.
Maintained by the Warrior Trail Association
FISHING & HUNTING CONTACTS Our local culture seems to take great pride in these resources.
Many of our local Cemeteries have been preserved, and our
carefully bent at the trunk, and
supported by a thong (hence the
Fishing & Hunting Licenses: Historic Buildings are definitely a site to behold. But what’s left alternate name Thong Trees) and
Greene County Treasurer’s Office from before the time of our European Ancestors? We have our tied down with rope or sinew on one
POOLS
Carmichaels Pool 724-852-5225 • www.co.greene.pa.us share of Native American Sites to be sure, Burial Grounds, Carved end so that the tree would generally
355 Ceylon Road, Carmichaels, PA 15320 and Painted Rocks and Caves, but there is one amazing artifact be bent into a horizontal position
724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/pools that remains that’s been overlooked in all the Histories, Guide pointing us in the right direction. Many
Features a Z-shaped pool, a diving board, an 11-foot diving pool, an 8-foot water State Game Lands 179, 223 & 302:
Books and in our own Living Memory. The Indian Trail Tree. times, branches were cut or pruned to
slide, a 70-foot spiral water slide, a 15x15-foot children’s play area, lockers, Pennsylvania Game Commission
leave nubs that seem to be directional
restrooms, showers, changing facilities and snack machines. 724-238-9523 or 724-238-9524 • www.pgc.state.pa.us Take a drive over to PA State Game Lands 302, on the Greene/
indicators, places for messages, and
Washington County Line not too far from Majorsville, WV. Find
Greene County Water Park in some instances these nubs have
200 East Roy Furman Highway, Waynesburg, PA 15370 Trout Fishing: the parking area at the lower end of Raymer Road, and go for a
even been shaped into the heads of
724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/pools Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission (Southwest Region) nice scenic stroll. There is a gated path off the parking area, follow
animals. It has been hypothesized that the upward branches may
Features a competition-sized pool with eight lap lanes, two diving boards and a 814-445-8974 or 814-443-9841 • www.fishandboat.com it along the hillside till you come to an old Iron Bridge that crosses
12-foot diving pool; a 40x40-foot children’s play area including a 148-foot spiral have been used to pass information along as well. These trees
Wheeling Creek. Take a look around and enjoy the views, it’s a
water slide, a 25-foot straight water slide, a 180-foot “lazy river” with tubes for were cared for and maintained over time so that they would
floating and water jets and other play equipment; a bath house with lockers, truly beautiful scene, seemingly untouched by human hands for
grow and support themselves and live as permanent markers to
restrooms, showers and changing facilities; and a concession stand and seating decades. But look closely, peer into the woods on the far side of
area. guide travelers, hunters and warriors along their way.
1-877-280-TOUR (8687)
Mon View Pool Warrior Trail Association Our featured Trail Tree is certainly a site to behold. Over five feet
across at the base, it comes squarely out of the ground then bends
377 Stoney Hill Road, Greensboro, PA 15338
724-852-5323 · www.co.greene.pa.us/pools
of Greene County very sharply making a horizontal line that points in an Northerly
Maintaining a 5,000-year-old Indian Trail
Features a pool with a 40-foot water slide; a children’s play area with a direction. This horizontal arm stretches over fourteen feet from
4,000-gallon, zero-depth-entry wading pool, sprinklers and benches; and 12x10-
foot AquaClimb poolside wall. the trunk, and points directly to the old Iron Bridge. Perhaps this
tree served as a marker for one of the preferred crossing spots
General Membership
Ryerson Station State Park on Wheeling Creek. This old road is a remnant of this ancient
361 Bristoria Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15380 Covered Dish Meetings
Third Thursday @ 6:30 p.m. Native American Path. Stretching high into the canopy of the
724-428-4254 · www.dcnr.state.pa.us
The 1,164 acre park features a 46-site campground for tents or trailers on a W.T. Headquarters woods, and into the clouds of the sky are three great secondary
ridge overlooking the park, two cottages and organized group tenting. Activities 1346 Garards Fort Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370 trunks rising out of the horizontal bent trunk of the tree. These
include a swimming pool, hiking, fishing, picnicking and winter activities. Volunteers and anyone interested trunks are mighty in and of themselves, each a minimum of two
are always welcome! to three feet in diameter. And at the very northern end of the
vertical limb of the tree is a triangular nub, likely the preserved
remains of a branch that was cut when the tree was “Formed”
Phone: Frank @ 724-998-1386
and used to point the way along the trail.
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Brady’s Roadhouse Mason-Dixon Park, PA
Hotel/Motel Campground
Accommodations
555 West High Street, Waynesburg, PA 15370 164 Creek Road, Mt. Morris, PA 15349
724-627-8129 · www.facebook.com/Brady’s-Roadhouse-101212924754264/ 73 Cosgray Run Road, Core, WV 26541 (mail)
Motel rooms are available for short and long-term rentals adjacent to Brady’s 304-879-5500 · www.masondixonpark.net
Roadhouse, a family-friendly steakhouse restaurant. Located on the banks of Dunkard Creek with a log cabin that serves as a stage
for live performances during annual festivals.
Burns RV Park
Campground Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham
590 West Roy Furman Hwy, Graysville, PA 15337 Hotel/Motel
724-428-4183 300 Comfort Lane, Waynesburg, PA 15370
Open year-round, the park features 20 RV sites that are fully equipped with 724-627-0310 · www.wyndhamhotels.com
Wi-Fi, water, sewage and electricity. Comfortable and affordable accommodations near downtown Waynesburg.
Fuel up with free breakfast and stay in touch with free Wi-Fi.
Cole’s Greene Acres Farm
Cabin Rentals, Campground Ryerson Station State Park
502 Hoovers Run Road, Holbrook, PA 15341 Cabin Rentals, Campground
724-484-3276 · www.airbnb.com/rooms/14403481 361 Bristoria Road, Wind Ridge, PA 15380
A working farm that loves to host guests! Cabin, RV spaces and primitive 724-428-4254 · www.dcnr.state.pa.us
tent space rentals through Airbnb. Intimate wedding, family/class reunion, The 1,164 acre park features a 46-site campground for tents or trailers lies
corporate picnic/retreat rental facilities available. on a ridge overlooking the park, two cottages and organized group tenting.
Activities include a swimming pool, hiking, fishing, picnicking and winter
Hampton Inn activities.
Hotel/Motel
227 Greene Plaza, Waynesburg, PA 15370 Wind Ridge Log Siding
724-802-1010 · www.hamptoninn.com Cabin Rentals
Located off I-79 in Waynesburg, amenities include an indoor swimming pool, 332 McNay Ridge, Wind Ridge, PA 15380
PEOPLE LIKE TO BE TREATED
free hot breakfast, free high-speed internet access. Meeting room space is also 724-428-3951 · www.windridge.us
available. Fully furnished, rustic two-bedroom cabin located next to the Ryerson Station
State Park in Wind Ridge, PA.
Lakeside R.V. Park at Rohanna’s Golf Course
NICELY. SO WE OVER DELIVER
Campground
1005 Rolling Meadows Road, Waynesburg, PA 15370
724-627-6423
Located within walking distance to the golf course. Each of the 30-spots
WITH AWARD-WINNING SERVICE.
includes easy access to hook-up’s and amenities.
Mason-Dixon Historical Park
Cabin Rentals, Campground
79 Buckeye Road, Core, WV 26541
304-879-4101 · www.masondixonhistoricalpark.com
Established in the 1970s, the 295-acres of meadow and woodland stretched
across the state line commemorates the great achievement of Charles Mason
• High-Speed Wi-Fi • Suites with Kitchenettes and Jeremiah Dixon. The park features hiking trails, ball field, cabins, large red
barn, pavilions and playground.
• Complimentary HOT Breakfast • Corporate Discounts Greene By Design Cole's Greene Acres Farm
• Outdoor Patio with Grill • Flexible Housekeeping
Deanna & Alexis Cole
• Direct TV with over 100 Channels • 24-Hour Business Center
THE HOTEL THAT JUST MAKES SENSE
We Custom orders:
www.VisitGreene.org
MEMBER OF Intimate wedding, family/class reunion, corp. picnic/retreat
Barn Quilts (up to 8' X 8') Commercial-style summer kitchen
Ornaments Octagonal fire pit w/ swings
Up-cycled Rag Rug & Sweater Blankets Entertain your guests w/ our outdoor pavilion & bandstand
Memory Sweater Blankets (you supply sweaters) Airbnb: Cabin, RV spaces, primitive tent space rentals
CLASSES: Ornaments, Crafts, Rugs & Barn Quilts Classes: Homestead, crafting & Barn Quilts [See our Events]
RESERVATIONS @GreeneByDesign @ColesGreeneAcresFarm
300 Comfort Lane · Waynesburg · PA · 15370 GreeneByDesignStudio@gmail.com 724-484-FARM (3276)
Microtel.com · 724.627.0310 717-298-0604 ColesGreeneAcresFarm@gmail.com 19May 16
April 2020
An American Heritage
SWPA HauntedCon
2020 Annual Events
April 18
EQT Rec Center, Waynesburg
Hammer-In Sponsored by the Amazon international best seller Haunted Hills and Hollows: What
W.A. Young & Sons Foundry and Machine Shop, Rices Landing Lurks in Greene County Pennsylvania, the SWPA HauntedCon is Greene County’s
We open the doors, switch on the machines and invite area blacksmiths to first all-day paranormal conference with guest speakers, authors, researchers and
demonstrate just how this unique machine shop operated! vendors.
Contact: www.riversofsteel.com or call Bly Blystone at 724-710-4898 Contact: 724-255-0464
April 25 May 16-17
Blast from the Past 5K & Opening Day Pancake Breakfast Sheep & Fiber Festival
Greene County Historical Society Museum, Waynesburg Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg
Kick off the season opening of the historical museum with the “Blast from the 16th annual celebration of our rich heritage in lamb and wool production with fiber
Past 5K” followed by a pancake breakfast and a self-guided tour of the 52-room arts contests, juried crafts, live demos of shepherding dogs, shearing, spinning,
museum. weaving and knitting.
Contact: www.greenecountyhistory.org or 724-627-3204 Contact: www.sheepandfiber.com or 724-852-3477
April 25 May 30
Gross National Product’s 50th Anniversary Concert Cruisin’ the Museum
Goodwin Performing Arts Center, Waynesburg Greene County Historical Society Museum, Waynesburg
A spring musical reunion for original band members and area musicians including The museum grounds will be filled with modern and classic cars for visitors to
Waynesburg University faculty, staff, students and alumni. enjoy.
Contact: 724-852-3270 Contact: www.greenecountyhistory.org or 724-627-3204
April 27
Greene Cuisine
PA Army National Guard Readiness Center, Waynesburg June 2020
Known as Greene County’s Ultimate Taste Test, sample food from the area’s most June 5-6
talented chefs, mingle with guests, and try some local wine. Riverfest
Contact: www.greenecountyunitedway.org or 724-852-1009 Rices Landing Lockwall, Rices Landing
Features five live bands in two days with fireworks nightly. Children’s activities,
vendors, food & beverages alongside the Monongahela River.
Contact: 412-680-0869
May 2020
May 2-3 June 20
Mason-Dixon Ramp & Frontier Festival High Point Pro Motocross National
Mason-Dixon Park PA, Mt. Morris High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris
29th annual festival with live musical performances, plethora of local crafters, The world’s best Pro Motocross racers will challenge each other on one of the most
chainsaw carving, animal trapping and food featuring ramps! legendary motocross facilities in the world. Serving as round five of the 2020 Lucas
Contact: www.masondixonpark.net or 304-879-5500 Oil Motocross Championship, this is one event you do not want to miss! Practice
starts at 8 a.m. and racing begins at 1 p.m. Get there early and make your way to
May 3 the pro pits for your chance to meet the riders!
169th Commencement Exercises Contact: www.highpointmx.com or 304-284-0084
Roberts Chapel & Miller Hall Front Lawn, Waynesburg
The annual Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies will honor the June 9 - July 21
For more than a century, one advertising campaign used an due to their historic significance. Waynesburg University Class of 2020 with opportunities for reflection and Sounds of Summer Concert Series
unusual medium to feature the same message: “Chew Mail Pouch inspiration. Waynesburg Central High School
Warrick continued to paint or touch up hundreds of barns every Contact: www.waynesburg.edu or 1-800-225-7393
Tobacco: Treat Yourself to the Best.” The ad and accompanying Enjoy a variety of free performances featuring steel drums, acoustic guitars,
year until he retired in 1992, at which point the campaign ended. country, and classic rock at the Waynesburg Lions Club park on Tuesday evenings.
slogan - painted on barn sides first regionally, then across the May 8-10
When he died in 2000, he was widely regarded as the last of the Contact: www.waynesburglionsclub.org
country - was the marketing campaign of the Bloch Brothers Northeast Amateur Regional Motocross Championship
Mail Pouch Barn painters. To learn more about Harley Warrick,
Tobacco Company of Wheeling, West Virginia. PAMX Thor Championship Series June 27
read “The Barn Painter,” written by Harley and his son, Roger. High Point Raceway, Mt. Morris Motor Madness Car Show
As there were no standard billboards, companies used the sides Top Amateur Motocross racers from across the east coast will flock to High Point
A large portion of the barn signs were located in coal mining Waynesburg Central High School, Waynesburg
of barns and buildings to spread the word to the public. The ads Raceway for their chance to qualify for the AMA Amateur National Motocross A car show offering over 40 awards for all makes and models of cars and
areas as coal miners were the best customers of the product. Championship. This event serves as the last opportunity for top amateur riders to
for Mail Pouch Tobacco began appearing on barns in 1892, hitting motorcycles. DJ, concessions, door prizes and raffles. Spectators welcome!
Smoking was not allowed in the mines and miners believed the punch their ticket to the most prestigious Amateur Motocross event in the world! Contact: www.greenechamber.org or 724-627-5926
a peak in the 1960’s with approximately 20,000 barns in 22 states. chew decreased the dust of their work environment. Contact: highpointmx.com or 304-284-0084
Traditional colors for the Mail Pouch Barns consist of yellow June 28
and white lettering with backgrounds of red, black, brown, gray In Greene County, at least thirty Mail Pouch Barns once stood May 9 Rev. John Corbly Association Reunion
or brick. The barn was trimmed in blue where the initials of the along the major thoroughfares of Routes, 21, 19, 18 and 88. PA Migration Bird Count John Corbly Memorial Baptist Church, Garards Fort
Over time with weather and natural decay, only seven remain on Greene County Descendants of a prominent early settler of western Pennsylvania, Reverend John
painter and date were marked as well. Participants go out and identify and count all of the birds they can find on that day
private property. Corbly, gather together for a history program, luncheon and church service. All
In the late thirties, billboards began to pop up across the country. (including owling at night if so inclined). welcome.
Contact: www.pabirds.org or 724-984-2421 Contact: www.johncorblydescendants.org or 724-627-7129
Mail Pouch decided not to go with billboards and stayed with
barns. Mail Pouch gained additional barns as the companies left May 9
to advertise on billboards which resulted in a vast number of Kids Fest
July 2020
www.VisitGreene.org
displays along highways. Greene County Fairground, Waynesburg
Games, activities and plenty of information for parents and guardians. July 4
Harley Warrick of Belmont, Ohio, joined a crew of barn painters Contact: www.pahouse.com/Snyder or 724-966-8953 Fourth of July Celebration
in 1946 when he returned from World War II. He is given credit Greene County Fairgrounds, Waynesburg
for painting or retouching over 20,000 signs and has become the May 10 Celebrate the country’s birthday with a pancake breakfast, car show, wagon rides,
Mother’s Day Buffet live music, Little Miss Firecracker competition, and fireworks.
most famous painter associated with Mail Pouch Barns. It took Thistlethwaite Vineyards, Jefferson Contact: www.waynesburglionsclub.org
an average of six hours to paint each barn sign, and often began Bring mom to Thistlethwaite Vineyards for live music by Gary Prisby and a lunch
painting with the letter “E” in the word “Chew.” buffet. Reservations are required for the noon or 2 p.m. seating. July 9
Contact: www.thistlegrape.com or 724-883-3372 Concert on the Lawn
Other barns were painted by Mark Turley, Don Shires, Dick Green Greene Academy, Carmichaels
and several others. May 16 Bring your lawn chair and join us for an evening of music with the American Legion
Cruisin’ for Music Car Show Band Post 400 under the direction of Frank Ricco.
In 1965, the U.S. Highway Beautification Act banned billboards Greene County Water Park, Waynesburg Contact: 724-966-2731
or ads within a 660 feet control zone of a federally funded road, Come out and help support music education in local schools with great food, great
effectively putting an end to the campaign. Nine years later, the music, and best of all - great cars!
Contact: 724-998-5729
act was amended to exempt Mail Pouch Barns as “landmark signs”
Events are subject to change. Check out www.VisitGreene.org for the latest updates. 21You can also read
