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The Small Town Near Pittsburgh You’ve Never Heard Of But Will Fall In Love With

By Beth Price-Williams | Published July 04, 2017

Experience small town America. Cross a quaint Main Street without worrying about busy traffic. Chat with the hospitable townspeople. Shop in the quaint stores. Discover all that this charming town near Pittsburgh – and not far from Cook Forest and Punxsutawney – has to offer.

Drive just 80 miles from Pittsburgh to the charming town of Brookville, which boasts a rich history dating back to the 1790s.

Explore the quaint Main Street, a throwback to America of yesteryear, in this small town of less than 4,000 residents.

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Stop in the shops and restaurants that dot Main Street, including Brookville Flower Shop, Finders Keepers, Spin A Yarn, and Annie's Attic.

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Indulge in a cool treat at Buff's Ice Cream, an old-fashioned ice cream parlor that serves both lunch (dine-in and carryout) and dinner (carryout).

Spend a few leisurely hours at Longview Park, a sprawling oasis of green that features picnic tables, basketball hoops, and a playground. Or...

Grab your fishing rod and head to the picturesque Brookville Waterworks Dam.

Plan a visit to Brookville for the annual Jefferson County Fair - slated for July 16-22, 2017 - that offers a fun-filled week of rides, fair food, and nightly events.

Find the perfect parking space at Moonlite Drive-In, a Brookville institution since 1958, that promises old-fashioned fun with a double feature and delicious snacks from the concession stand.

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End your day with a stroll down Main Street, as the sun begins to sink and pastel pinks and purples splash across the sky.

Spend a relaxing day in this charming town near Pittsburgh then check out these eight rural towns that are downright delightful.

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